This weekend marks a year since the floods, landslides, and evacuations caused by a record-breaking and fatal deluge across the upper North Island. […]
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Govt and councils buying out flood affected properties – Expert Reaction
The government is working with councils to offer a voluntary buyout of around 700 flood and cyclone affected homes, as well as […]
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Cyclone taskforce will tackle managed retreat – Expert Reaction
The Cyclone Gabrielle Recovery Taskforce will cover issues to do with managed retreat, including who pays for it – as […]
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Building back better after Cyclone Gabrielle – Expert Reaction
Cyclone Gabrielle has washed out utilities, swamped roads, and claimed at least six bridges across the east coast and Hawke’s Bay. With […]
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