Otago
PM denies knowledge of declined Dunedin flood risk mitigation plan
Otago floods destruction is "devastating", the PM says, but he was unaware of a government-declined plan to reduce risk to residents. Audio
Flood-hit South Dunedin homeowners consider their future
Along a section of Bradshaw Street in South Dunedin, yellow stickers are slapped on front windows - homes unsafe to occupy after floodwater gushed through them late last week.
Buyout blueprint on the way - Mitchell
It will allow homeowners hit by extreme weather know where they stand, emergency management minister says. Audio
Repeat flood victims call on council for help
"I consciously couldn't sell it to somebody, knowing that it's going to flood," St Kilda resident Ria Stout says. "How could you? ... It's flooded twice." Audio
More heavy rain forecast for Otago next week
A front is expected to move up the South Island on Tuesday.
Otago flooding: State of emergency lifted in Dunedin
Dunedin is moving into recovery mode, with a focus on reopening roads, clearing debris from slips, reinstating water supplies and helping residents who need it.
Mediawatch for Sunday 6th October 2024
Mediawatch looks at coverage of the controversial call to cut back the rebuild of Dunedin Hospital - and how local media helped to drive the backlash. Also: Patrick Gower's kicked off a new… Audio
Hospital ‘blowout’ sparks backlash & feelgood news in bad times
Mediawatch looks at coverage of the controversial call to cut back the rebuild of Dunedin Hospital - and how local media helped to drive the backlash. Also: Patrick Gower's kicked off a new… Audio
Hospital blowout sparks backlash & feel-good news in bad times
Mediawatch looks at coverage of the controversial call to cut back the rebuild of Dunedin Hospital - and how local media helped to drive the backlash. Also: Patrick Gower's kicked off a new… Audio
Nine Dunedin homes red-stickered amid flooding
The South Island continues to recover from a two-day series of record rain, but locals have also come together to help their neighbours.
Fight to evict squatter costs couple $16,000
A couple who bought a new home are warning others of the potential pitfalls of mortgagee sales, after struggling to get the former owner to leave.
Counting the damage from Otago floods - What you need to know
What you need to know about roads, essential services, where to get help, and today's weather.
Otago’s wet week – in pictures
Twice a season's worth of rain within days caused mayhem in Otago this week.
Dunedin residents say flooding worst they've seen
"Devastating" and "chaotic" are how people are describing the situation today. Audio
Dunedin flooding update
A red heavy rain alert for North Otago, Dunedin and coastal Clutha remains in force until 11pm. A local state of emergency was declared overnight. Audio
Dunedin Mayor on heavy rain hitting the city
Dunedin City mayor Jules Radich declared a state of emergency for Dunedin just after midnight Thursday night as heavy rainfall began to cause widespread flooding. Radich spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Waka Kotahi on latest road conditions for Otago
Transport agency Waka Kotahi is urging drivers to plan ahead and check the latest road conditions as waters rise and rain continues to fall across the lower South Island. Waka Kotahi journey manager… Audio
Emergency Management Minister Mark Mitchell on flooding in Dunedin
Up to one hundred Dunedin residents have been evacuated on Friday morning due to the threat of significant flooding or slips. Emergency Management Minister Mark Mitchell spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Residents evacuated to St Clair's Golf Club
Tane Duff is a resident of Bayview Road, he had to evacuate his home on Thursday night and is at the St Clair's Golf Club. Duff spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Labour continues to call for Costello to be sacked
Labour is again calling for the Associate Health Minister to be sacked, after she released documents showing the weak evidence she relied on get a tax cut for heated tobacco products. Labour's Ayesha… Audio
