Gisborne update

From Afternoons, 2:35 pm on 16 February 2023

As the communications continue to be difficult with the Gisborne region we check back in with mayor Rehette Stoltz about their situation.

The town remains isolated with roads closed and has been getting emergency supplies through the NZDF.

Flooding seen from the air just outside of Te Karaka, near Gisborne.

Flooding seen from the air just outside of Te Karaka, near Gisborne. Photo: RNZ / Nate McKinnon

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