Volunteers have come out in full force in Wanaka, to try to protect the town from flooding.
Sandbags have been placed in front of businesses along the main street as the lake's water level hovers just below the flood alert threshold.
Karyn speaks with Jason Rhodes from the National Transport and Toy Museum in Wanaka.
Stores in Wanaka are prepared for flooding with sandbags and plastic sheeting. Photo: RNZ / Tess Brunton
