Civil Defence Rangitukia

07/04/2026

Kia ora whānau,

MetService New Zealand is tracking Cyclone Vaianu, bringing strong winds and heavy rain this weekend.

Please prepare now, secure your homes, and check on others.

Stay safe and follow updates from Civil Defence Emergency Management.

MetService is tracking Tropical Cyclone Vaianu which is forecast to move southwards bringing severe wind and rain to New Zealand over the weekend.

To prepare for this:

🐶 Make a plan for your whānau and pets.
⚠️ Bring inside or tie down anything that strong winds could break or pick up. If you have a trampoline, turn it upside down to minimise the surface area exposed to wind and tie it down firmly.
🌲 Remove any debris or loose items from around your property. Branches and firewood can become airborne in strong winds.
🏡 Check on your neighbours and anyone who might need your help.
🐄 Move farm animals to areas that are safe from flooding and high winds.
🚮 Clear waste and debris away from drains.
🔦 Be prepared with torches and have a solar or battery powered radio so you can keep up with the latest news and alerts.

More information on what to do before, during and after a storm is on https://getready.govt.nz/emergency/storms

Stay up to date with the latest weather information from MetService New Zealand.

Local information will be provided by your Civil Defence Emergency Management Group.

This can be a stressful time. If you need to talk to somebody, you can free text or call 1737 to speak to a counsellor, call Healthline on 0800 611 116 or talk to your local GP.

Please share this information with whānau, friends and neighbours.

20/02/2026

📢 River Level Monitoring Now Live

The Maraehara River level at the bridge on Rangitukia Road is now live and can be monitored on the GDC River Level website:

https://www.gdc.govt.nz/environment/maps-and-data/river-levels

The Waiapu River at the Rotokautuku Bridge (SH35), and the Poroporo River at the bridge on SH35, are also being monitored through the same website.

Please continue to check river levels regularly and stay informed.

River level data for our district's rivers.

14/02/2026

🚨 CIVIL DEFENCE UPDATE 🚨

We are now on stand down. The major water has receded and only light showers remain. Conditions are improving, but please continue to take care in low-lying areas.

Hinepare will not be manned, but please make contact with your warden should you need to evacuate during this stand down period.

We will continue to monitor the weather and update whānau as conditions change.

14/02/2026

🚨 CIVIL DEFENCE UPDATE 🚨

Due to current weather conditions and the forecast of heavy rain and strong winds, preparations are beginning now. Please take all necessary steps to secure your homes and batten down the hatches.

Evacuation Centres:
• Hinepare Marae - Standing By and will be fully manned
• Ohinewaiapu - Stand By - but not manned.

♦️ We will reassess Evacuation Centre status at 6pm today.

⚠️ If you need to evacuate, please do so during daylight hours for the safety of everyone involved

When evacuating, bring essential items including:
• Blankets, sheets & pillowcases
• Kai
• Clothes
• Towels
• Phone chargers
• Any necessary medications or personal items

Please check in with your area warden if you require assistance

📍 Civil Defence Wardens & Areas

1. Allison Maaka Koia - Poroporo Bridge to Haruru Smits
📱 022 307 3192

2. Erana Reihana - Haruru Smits to George Nepia Memorial Park
📱 022 345 1462

3. Celva Ruru - George Nepia Memorial Park to Celva Ruru’s
📱 022 585 5277

4. Glen Naera - Maraehara Bridge to Beach Road
📱0210890993

5. Ani Kaa - Nanny Kuikui’s Homestead to PC Manuel’s Batch
📱 022 590 1159

6. Southern Tangaere - Rangi Raroa’s, Kamiti up to Tipuna’s
📱 +64 22 188 4793

7. Hori Koia - Haha Station
📱 021 069 7071

8. Julieanne Van Der Lem - Papakāinga
📱 021 135 0180

9. Billi Tangaere - Kelly Clarke’s to Taura
📱 021 088 43595

🛠 Logistics & Coordination

Tweedie Langley - Logistics Support
027 425 3422

Hori Koia - Logistics Coordinator
021 069 7071

Paul Langley - Coordinator
027 324 9665

Please share this update with whānau and neighbours, especially pakeke and those who may not have access to social media

Kia tau te manaakitanga o te Runga Rawa ki runga i a tātou katoa

29/10/2023

Morena e hika ma!
Severe Weather Warnings
Issued at: 9:19am Monday, 30th October 2023

Situation

A large, deep, complex low pressure system just north of New Zealand is moving slowly southsoutheast. Fronts and troughs associated with this low are expected to bring heavy rain and severe gales to some northern and eastern North Island areas. Warnings and Watches are in force. Please keep up to date with forecasts.

Heavy Rain Warning for Gisborne - Orange

Heavy rain may cause streams and rivers to rise rapidly. Surface flooding and slips are also possible and driving conditions may be hazardous.

Issued: 9:18am Monday, 30th October 2023
Area: Tairawhiti/Gisborne from Tolaga Bay northwards
Valid: 9:00am Monday to 4:00pm Tuesday
Expect 130 to 160 mm of rain. This rain comes in addition to rain which has already accumulated. Peak rates of 15 to 25 mm/h, especially Tuesday afternoon in possible thunderstorms.

Heavy Rain Warning for Gisborne - Orange

Heavy rain may cause streams and rivers to rise rapidly. Surface flooding and slips are also possible and driving conditions may be hazardous.

Issued: 9:18am Monday, 30th October 2023
Area: Tairawhiti/Gisborne south of Tolaga Bay
Valid: 1:00pm Monday to 5:00pm Tuesday
Periods of heavy rain, especially about the ranges. Expect 100 to 140 mm of rain. Peak rates of 15 to 25 mm/h expected at times, especially Tuesday afternoon in possible thunderstorms.

27/07/2023

HE TAONGA TE WAI!

E te whanau, he panui miharo tenei.

In collaboration with Te Riu o Waiapu, Gisborne District Council are researching our water table.

Geoligists will be on-site to answer any questions about the research being conducted, and share other insights.

The panui below outlines all the details. If you cannot attend, kaua e whakama, contact details for any questions are on the panui.

This is an opportunity for us to understand our water sources and how to tiaki them, hei Wai ORA ma tatou.

21/07/2023

ROAD CLOSURE:

FYI whanau....kia noho haumaru!

Culverts at Hikuwai are not coping and flooding is across the road. Waka Kotahi will close the road at 1800hrs with an update at 0700hrs in the morning.

Nga mihi

Marcus Tibble
Emergency Management Advisor - Operations and Readiness
Te Kaunihera O Te Tairāwhiti - Gisborne District Council
E: [email protected] | P: +64 6 867 2049, 0800 653 800 | M: 027 276 6874
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08/07/2023

FYI whanau, kia mataara.
Stay safe and warm.

25/06/2023

SH35 CLOSED OVERNIGHT WHANAU.

25/06/2023

24/06/2023

SH35 is OPEN whanau. Please drive to the conditions and stay safe.