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Regional updates for February 15th, see the live Stuff updates.
14th February - 10:45am Update: National State of Emergency
Minister for Emergency Management, Kieran McAnulty, has confirmed a National State of Emergency this morning due to the widespread damage across the country due to … View moreRegional updates for February 15th, see the live Stuff updates.
14th February - 10:45am Update: National State of Emergency
Minister for Emergency Management, Kieran McAnulty, has confirmed a National State of Emergency this morning due to the widespread damage across the country due to Cyclone Gabrielle.
While many regions have already declared a local state of emergency, a National State of Emergency gives the National Controller legal authority to apply resources across the country in support of a national level response.
Here's what you need to know:
- Heavy rain red warnings are in place for Northland and Hawke's Bay, with red strong wind warnings also for Northland, Coromandel and Taranaki. Check all weather warnings on the MetService website.
- States of emergency have been declared in Northland, Auckland, Tairāwhiti, Ōpōtiki, Thames-Coromandel District, Waikato District, Hauraki District, Whakatāne District, Bay of Plenty, Napier and Hastings.
- There has been a landslide in Murawai with one firefighter missing.
- Gisborne is feared cut off and the east coast of the Coromandel Peninsula. Residents are to take note of the Welfare Centres for Gisborne and Coromandel.
- A number of road closures are in place across the North Island. View these on the Waka Kotahi NZTA website.
- Fire and Emergency is urging people to only call 111 if life or safety is at risk after a surge in calls.
- In Auckland there are 27 shelters and civil defence centres where people can go in an emergency.
Stuff are posting live updates and have shared what you need in your 3-day emergency kit. Stay up to date with Civil Defence updates and track the storm here.
2pm Update for Hawke's Bay:
Multiple evacuations needed in Puketapu, Esk Valley, Rissington, Omahu, Waiohiki, Jervoistown and Meeanee and Waipawa.
Many remain trapped in cars and houses. Several bridges have been taken out with access between Hastings and Napier now cutoff. More than 20,000 people are without power and cellphone communication in and out of the region is patchy.
Omahu residents needing shelter can go to Hastings Sports' Centre. Taradale residents can head to St Joseph's Māori Girls' School.
Can you help? Have you got belongings that you need to get rid of?
Rotary Club of Plimmerton POP UP SHOP. We are supporting the Wellington Free Ambulance and other Plimmerton Rotary charities.
*The shop will be set up from Saturday 25th February and will be open on Monday 27th February until
… View moreCan you help? Have you got belongings that you need to get rid of?
Rotary Club of Plimmerton POP UP SHOP. We are supporting the Wellington Free Ambulance and other Plimmerton Rotary charities.
*The shop will be set up from Saturday 25th February and will be open on Monday 27th February until
Saturday 4th March, EFTPOS is available for all purchases
*There will be a wide range of goods for sale which will be available at competitive prices
*These will include many books which will be displayed by author in a number of shelves
around the room for easy finding
*There is a range of garden equipment which will include a lawn mower, rotavator, line trimmer
and many smaller garden implements
*Household items are many and there is a significant range of glasses and other table items
Including several TV’s which are in excellent condition and a variety of good quality cushions
*Clothing both ladies and men is also available and will be well displayed on clothing stands
which have been generously loaned to us by Ballentynes in Porirua
*There are a number of fishing rods and reels which are probably more suited to the younger fisher but all in excellent condition
*The venue is the Porirua City Hub which has also been generously provided for our Rotary club by Porirua city council
and is located at 6 Serlby Place in Porirua.
If you have items to contribute to the Pop-Up shop, please call Allan Nichols on: 021491838 or 234 8415
Porirua City Council contractors have begun removing about 500 pine and macrocarpa trees as part of a larger project to upgrade wastewater pipes that run through Bothamley Park in Porirua.
Many of the trees were planted more than 50 years ago, meaning they are near the end of their life cycle. … View morePorirua City Council contractors have begun removing about 500 pine and macrocarpa trees as part of a larger project to upgrade wastewater pipes that run through Bothamley Park in Porirua.
Many of the trees were planted more than 50 years ago, meaning they are near the end of their life cycle. The logs are being harvested and sold to offset the cost of their removal.
The track between Champion St car park and the blackberry harvest area is currently closed, and other tracks will be closed at various times. There will be some traffic impacts coming, but the public will be kept informed about these before they happen.
Solid timber table, excellent condition, contemporary design. Table only, slight white heat mark. Near new. Pick up only.
MetService New Zealand has issued a Strong Wind Warning for Wairarapa including the Tararua District, Kapiti Coast, Wellington from 5:00pm Monday to 12:00pm Tuesday.
East to southwest gales are forecast to become severe with gusts reaching 120 km/h in exposed places.
Strong wind gusts like these… View moreMetService New Zealand has issued a Strong Wind Warning for Wairarapa including the Tararua District, Kapiti Coast, Wellington from 5:00pm Monday to 12:00pm Tuesday.
East to southwest gales are forecast to become severe with gusts reaching 120 km/h in exposed places.
Strong wind gusts like these could damage trees, powerlines and unsecured structures.
🚗 Take extra care on the roads (especially for high-sided vehicles and motorcycles)
🏠♻️🗑 🪑 Secure any outdoor items like wheelie bins, trampolines and outdoor furniture that may blow around.
Keep an eye on Metservice's website for updates on weather watches and warnings.
An immigrant nurse recently arrived in NZ has obtained a house and needs furniture and housegold goods urgently. The nurse is now filling a essential vacancy in our nursing service.
If you can help
please call Peter on (04)904 2699
Swap food for a FREE Resene testpot with Hunger for Colour!
Simply bring two cans of food into your local Resene ColorShop and swap them for one Resene testpot (60-80ml). We'll donate all food to The Salvation Army foodbanks.
By adding a little more colour to your life you can also help… View moreSwap food for a FREE Resene testpot with Hunger for Colour!
Simply bring two cans of food into your local Resene ColorShop and swap them for one Resene testpot (60-80ml). We'll donate all food to The Salvation Army foodbanks.
By adding a little more colour to your life you can also help those in need.
The newest addition to the NZ Compare suite of comparison brands has landed - Mobile Compare is the home of Kiwi Mobile Plans. A one stop shop for Neighbours everywhere!
Start 2023 right! Forget overspending and getting stuck with a plan that offers too much or too little.
Whether you’re … View moreThe newest addition to the NZ Compare suite of comparison brands has landed - Mobile Compare is the home of Kiwi Mobile Plans. A one stop shop for Neighbours everywhere!
Start 2023 right! Forget overspending and getting stuck with a plan that offers too much or too little.
Whether you’re after unlimited minutes and calling, endless data or flexible payment options to fit your budget, Mobile Compare has it all from your favourite providers. Plus, the website is super easy to use — you’ll find a fantastic deal in no time! Check it out today!
While the weather's nice, and before the next lot of rain arrives, it's a great time to check your gutters, spouting and drainpipes for leaves, twigs and debris. Blockages can cause flooding and damage.🍂
We’re out and about every day doing our bit to manage our stormwater network… View moreWhile the weather's nice, and before the next lot of rain arrives, it's a great time to check your gutters, spouting and drainpipes for leaves, twigs and debris. Blockages can cause flooding and damage.🍂
We’re out and about every day doing our bit to manage our stormwater network and prevent flooding where possible, but we can’t be everywhere. If you see something we need to know about, send us an Antenno request.
For more tips on how you can help prevent flooding and protect your property and community, see www.kapiticoast.govt.nz... 🌧️ ☂️
Plimmerton Croquet Club will host the annual Croquet New Zealand Doubles Championship over three days, Saturday 18 – Monday 20 February.
Manager, Tom Berryman from Titahi Bay, says ‘this event will showcase the best croquet players in the country. It will be exciting to see the number of … View morePlimmerton Croquet Club will host the annual Croquet New Zealand Doubles Championship over three days, Saturday 18 – Monday 20 February.
Manager, Tom Berryman from Titahi Bay, says ‘this event will showcase the best croquet players in the country. It will be exciting to see the number of young players competing many of whom will go on to represent New Zealand. This is a great opportunity for interested people to view croquet of a high standard’.
Fourteen teams have entered with play commencing at 8:30 am and expected to conclude by 6:30 pm each day. All games are 3 hours and there are three rounds per day.
The singles events will be held at Paraparaumu and Waikanae Croquet Clubs from Tuesday 21- Saturday 25 February.
Plimmerton Croquet Club is located in Ulric Street, turn left into Ulric Street by the northern roundabout by Palmers Garden Centre and welcomes members of the public to view the games at any time over the three days.
Looking to extend summer? We’ve been holding on to it for you, here on the Kāpiti Coast.
Those feel-good vibes can be found everywhere - from the 40km of sandy beaches stretching from Paekākāriki to Ōtaki, to the lush flora and fauna found in plentiful pockets of untouched nature. … View moreLooking to extend summer? We’ve been holding on to it for you, here on the Kāpiti Coast.
Those feel-good vibes can be found everywhere - from the 40km of sandy beaches stretching from Paekākāriki to Ōtaki, to the lush flora and fauna found in plentiful pockets of untouched nature. You’ll be greeted with a quintessential relaxed coastal atmosphere with a microclimate that everyone talks about.
Just 40 Minutes from Wellington, plan your visit, choose your pace and keep the good times rolling.
With rising inflation, the pressure is piling on councils this year to tighten their budgets to keep rates payments down for households across the country.
Overall, do you feel that your council and community board does a good job for your area?
If you don't wish for your replies to be … View moreWith rising inflation, the pressure is piling on councils this year to tighten their budgets to keep rates payments down for households across the country.
Overall, do you feel that your council and community board does a good job for your area?
If you don't wish for your replies to be used in the We Say You Say column, include NFP in your comment.
Water quality at our district's rivers and beaches is generally pretty good over summer. Our monitored sites are currently green (suitable for swimming), but do check LAWA before you jump in, and remember to:
💧 wait 2–3 days after rain before swimming, and avoid river mouths and … View moreWater quality at our district's rivers and beaches is generally pretty good over summer. Our monitored sites are currently green (suitable for swimming), but do check LAWA before you jump in, and remember to:
💧 wait 2–3 days after rain before swimming, and avoid river mouths and stormwater outlets on our beaches
💧 keep an eye out for toxic algae during summer, dogs are particularly at risk while scavenging at the river’s edge.
And make sure you do summer right by checking if your favourite swimming spots are safe for swimming 👉🏼 www.lawa.org.nz...
For more ways to keep safe in Kāpiti this summer, visit www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...
#KapitiSummer
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