Flood Recovery

Information and updates will be posted here as we continue our recovery work. Kia kaha Tasman!

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Communities supporting communities

As our Tasman Alliance Storm Recovery crews continue their mahi – clearing roads, restoring access, and rebuilding vital infrastructure – it’s been nothing short of heartwarming…

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Reconnecting cut-off residents

After a month of tireless effort in one of the most challenging environments in the District, Hinetai Road has finally reopened – reconnecting isolated residents who…

Tasman emergency recovery period extended

The official emergency recovery period is being extended in Tasman District as the region continues to clean-up following the two recent back-to-back storms. 

Mayor Tim King has…

What to do with your flood-related waste

The key points

Contact your insurance provider in first instance and document all waste and related costs
Prioritise on-site management and reuse where appropriate
Emphasise health and safety through…

Newsline Issue 600 8 August 2025 Web cover with infographics

Tasman storm by numbers

First there was a storm, then another which compounded problems, and then as we were starting to gain traction, yet another bout of heavy weather threatened…

Recovery community

Disaster builds community strength

Examples of true community spirit are being revealed in the midst of the massive clean-up from the recent devastating weather events.

We have specially appointed navigators to…

Getting a better rain picture

The Tasman Nelson region is getting its own rain radar thanks to government funding.

The radar will provide a more detailed picture of rainfall and thunderstorm activity…

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Restoring roads, reconnecting communities

Following the recent storm event in the Tasman District, the Tasman Alliance – a collaborative partnership between Tasman District Council and Downer NZ Ltd – has…