East Coast
Power and limited water restored to Gisborne but 'still so much to be done'
Gisborne is slowly getting back on its feet with power and limited water access restored to the region. Audio
As it happened - cyclone updates: Death toll rises to at least eight
The number of deaths linked to the winds, landslips and floodwaters caused by Cyclone Gabrielle has risen to eight, with another death near Napier. See how the day unfolded with RNZ's live blog.
Gisborne people told to stop using water immediately after water treatment system fails
Gisborne District Council has asked people in the city to stop using the water immediately as the water treatment system has failed.
Cyclone Gabrielle: Care for the elderly
Resthome and aged care facilities have been struggling with power outages and supply issues. There were evacuations of some homes in Napier and Hastings - but all resident are now back in their… Audio
Urgent Notice - Stop Using Water in Gisborne
The main water treatment plant is inoperational, the system is overloaded. Gisborne town supply is not suitable for drinking or washing. RNZ reporter Mani Dunlop has been onboard navy vessel… Audio
Cyclone Gabrielle: Paul Brislen on failing connectivity
Phone and internet are still a big problem for many in Tairawhiti and Hawkes Bay. Paul Brislen is head of the Telecommunications Forum and is with us for an update. Audio
Navy ship with supplies diverts from Tolaga Bay
A navy ship with supplies destined for isolated communities in Tolaga Bay had to reroute. Audio
Cyclone Gabriele: power outages in Wairoa
Most people affected live in rural areas, including 1000 Wairoa residents. Eastland Network General Manager Jared Moroney says just over 2000 customers still don't have power in Tairawhiti. Audio
Tairawhiti and Tolaga farms under water - help is on its way
There has been scant information about the state of rural Tairawhiti - and the many small communities and farms inland from Gisborne and Wairoa. Local Federated Farmers board member Sandra Faulkner is… Audio
Cyclone Gabrielle coverage continues: Wairoa Mayor Craig Little
We're into day five since Cyclone Gabrielle hit bringing widespread damage to large parts of the North Island. Six people are now known to have died in the storm, but the Prime Minister, Chris… Audio
Essentials, including water, trucked into Gisborne
There are multiple hazards on State Highway 2, which remains closed to the public.
Gisborne mayor warns taps could 'run dry' in a couple of days
With communications still down, it is not clear if her "urgent" message is getting through. Audio
Isolated Tairāwhiti communities anxious as kai supplies run low and power remains off
The Ruatōria shop services all the communities around it but as supplies run low and the area remains without power, Tairāwhiti councillor Rawinia Parata is concerned it will soon become an urgent…
Cyclone Gabrielle: Families left homeless in Te Karaka
As the roads start to clear and the devastation reveals itself, Te Karaka sits in the centre of the damage in Tairāwhiti. It's a settlement inland from Gisborne, where families have been left… Video, Audio
Gisborne update
As the communications continue to be difficult with the Gisborne region we check back in with mayor Rehette Stoltz about their situation. Audio
Wairoa Mayor Craig Little on what the town needs
The town of Wairoa has been cut off for days, but efforts are underway to restore power and reconnect the town. Kathryn talks to mayor Craig Little about residents need most and how they're coping. Audio
Families search for news on isolated East Coast farms
As Cyclone Gabrielle moves away from New Zealand, thousands on the east coast are left dealing with the aftermath that is causing anguish and logistical problems.
Cyclone Gabrielle: Transpower seeks to restore power to Napier
The national power grid operator says it has made changes to get enough power to Hawke's Bay and Gisborne for 90,000 households. However, 40,800 homes remain without power in Hawke's Bay - and the… Audio
Cyclone Gabrielle: What's the impact on agriculture?
There are great concerns for the agricultural production areas around Hawke's Bay and Gisborne. James Allan is the Chief Executive of agri-business consultancy Agfirst. Audio
Te Karaka "completely flooded"
In Te Karaka, inland from Gisborne, 500 people were evacuated at 5am on Tuesday, heading for safety on higher ground.
They were left stranded for more than a day with no communication.
It's an area… Audio
