Tasman Flooding situation report 9.30pm Friday 27 June 2025
The Motueka River began to drop earlier tonight but it will be a few hours before we see a real drop in flood levels. The high tide at about 11.00pm will slow that drop but it will continue to fall.
Whilst the river is dropping there are concerns about the ongoing impact and status of affected properties from Tapawera through to Motueka. We will be monitoring throughout the day.
Other areas that were affected, Golden Bay, Brightwater, Wakefield and further south towards Murchison and St Arnaud and just as much care is required in those areas. Several bridges and roads were impacted and it is advised to check the status of roads prior to travel.
While the immediate danger may have passed it does not mean we are out of the woods yet and the effect of this relatively quick event will be felt for some time.
In the light of day, we are asking people to only travel if they need to as a full survey of the damage will only have begun in the morning. Essential travel only if possible, until roads are fully open.
All roads will need to be surveyed as much of the damage will have been hidden under water.
On the State Highway network there is a large slip on the southern side of the Spooners Saddle which has breached the catch fence, and due to the flood water there’s significant damage to the road in Kohatu.
When it’s daylight and if it’s safe to do so, NZTA will start clearing the slip debris on the Spooners. If the flood water has receded, they’ll inspect and assess the Kohatu area to determine what’s needed. They anticipate working in this area throughout the day so care will be required.
Link to NZTA’s journey map for the State Highway closures and warnings: https://www.journeys.nzta.govt.nz/highway-conditions/nelson-and-marlborough/vms/353
Link to the combined NCC and TDC local roads map: Road disruptions and closures: https://roadinfo.ramm.com/nz/roadclosuremap.html?region=nelson
A number of properties will have been affected, with that damage only visible in the daylight so care will be required
We are asking all those that require assistance or have any questions to call the Council 035438400.
There are still some areas of concern, but signs are encouraging, and if anyone feels in danger or unsafe they dial 1-1-1 immediately for assistance.
Following the heavy rainfall and flooding we’ve received reports of properties that had buildings flooded. If water goes through a building, it can damage electrical outlets, and damp conditions can potentially cause other safety issues.
If you’ve had water go through your home or other building and need assistance, please call your local council who can send out Building Inspectors to check the structures and give you advice about how to make them safe.
If you’re in Nelson City, please call 03 546 0200 or in Tasman District call 03 543 8400