Update 12:00 pm Saturday 28 June 2025
Returning home after a flood
Returning home after a significant flood event can be a very emotional and distressing time as your home may not look the same. Try to prepare yourselves and your loved ones for this.
- Floodwaters may continue to threaten your property. Only return home once it is safe to do so.
- Do not use power/gas till your supplier has checked and informed you it is safe to use.
- If possible, keep children and animals away from flooded zones.
Before you start cleaning up, take photos of your home and the damaged caused as evidence to give your insurance company.
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.
You can read more about preparing to return home here: https://shorturl.at/Qcpng
10:45am update:
First the good news - our rivers are receding
If you need welfare or support please contact TDC: 03 543 8400
Do not enter flood waters or try to clear debris yourself. Flood waters and debris can be contaminated. Call Council and a contractor will be sent.
Police are urging members of the public to be patient following multiple reports of motorists attempting to go through road closures.
Multiple crews out inspecting roads. The roading team are updating the RAMM map consistently. https://shorturl.at/uYxH3
- There is a conserve water notice in place Tasman.
- Tapawera are on a boil water notice, for the rest of Tasman, we recommending to boil your water to be on the safe side. If your water is dirty or cloudy, or you're concerned about your water, please contact Council.
- SH6 Spooners is still closed and will remain closed for most of the day.
- St Arnaud is currently isolated from the North, however you can travel South.
- An information hub is being established in Motueka. We will announce when this is happening and who is available to speak with.
- There is a navigator service being set up to help residents who have been evacuated or flooded. Please contact Council if you think you may need this service. 03 543 8400