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30/10/2025

UPDATE: 5.15pm - TEMP FIX IS IN PLACE
PEOPLE CAN RESUME FLUSHING AS PER NORMAL - THANK YOU

BROKEN SEWAGE MAIN - GOLF RD, TAUMARUNUI - 3.00pm
Land slumping due the saturated ground has broken the sewage main connecting to the Golf Rd pumping station in Taumarunui.

All houses from 85 Golf Rd and above (from the old cemetery bridge) and all houses in Lairdvale suburb
PLEASE RESTRICT YOUR TOILET FLUSHING

Contractors are on-site undertaking emergency repairs which are expected to be completed by 6pm this afternoon (Thu 30 Oct)

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28/10/2025

27/10/2025

OTEWA ROAD CLOSED DUE TO FLOODING
Otewa Road is closed following last night's heavy rain resulting in flooding in two places: Just past the school and at Toa Bridge. Please avoid these areas.

27/10/2025

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27/10/2025

SH43 WHANGAMŌMONA TO TAUMARUNUI - FALLEN TREES - FINAL UPDATE 8PM

SH43 is now OPEN under STOP/GO. Follow the temporary traffic management and allow an additional 10- 15 minutes on your journey while contractors continue to remove fallen trees.
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UPDATE 5:10PM

SH43 between Whangamōmona and Taumarunui will RE-OPEN under traffic management at 8pm tonight, Tuesday 28 October.
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UPDATE 2:35PM

SH43 is now OPEN between Stratford and Pohokura. It remains CLOSED between Whangamōmona and Taumarunui.
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UPDATE 12:15PM

SH43 remains CLOSED while contractors work hard on clearing the road.

For resident access between Stratford and Pohokura Saddle please talk to contractors on-site.

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UPDATE 8:35AM, TUE 28 OCT

Due to fallen trees, SH43 remains CLOSED between Stratford and Taumarunui.

Our contractors are on-site and are working to clear the road, please avoid the area and consider delaying your journey.

This post will next be updated by midday or earlier if the status of the road changes.
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UPDATE 6AM, TUE 28 OCT

SH43 remains CLOSED between Stratford and Taumarunui townships, due to several fallen trees at several locations.

Road users are advised to avoid travelling to and/or through this area until further notice.
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UPDATE 8PM, MON 27 OCT

State Highway 43 remains CLOSED between Stratford and Taumarunui townships, due to several fallen trees at several locations.

Crews are onsite and working to clear the road as safely and efficiently as possible. Road users are advised to avoid travelling to and/or through this area until further notice.

For overnight updates on the status of the state highway network: https://www.journeys.nzta.govt.nz/highway-conditions
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7PM, MON 27 OCT

State Highway 43 is now CLOSED between Stratford and Taumarunui townships. Avoid the area and consider using an alternative route or delaying travel this evening.

26/10/2025

❄️ HEAVY SNOWFALL WARNING ❄️

Heads up, snow lovers (and haters)!

A road snowfall warning is in place for the Desert Road (State Highway 1) from 1200 Hours (midday) to 1600 hours (4pm), Tuesday, 28 October 2025.

Yes, the “Desert” Road is getting snow again because New Zealand likes to keep us guessing.

Expect snow showers above 800 metres, with 1–2 cm of the fluffy stuff possibly settling on the road. It’s not much, but it’s enough to turn your morning commute into an ice-capade.

🚗 Drive to the conditions. Even a few centimetres of snow can turn your tyres into figure skates.

👀 Stay alert, stay warm, and maybe pack a thermos just in case the Desert decides to go full Antarctica.

NEED EMERGENCY HELP - If you or someone else is in immediate danger, for example, there’s an accident, someone’s hurt, or you need urgent help, then yes, call 111 right now for emergency services (Police, Fire, or Ambulance).

ROAD & WEATHER CONDITIONS - If you’re not in an emergency but need weather or road info, here’s what to do instead:

For road conditions, check NZTA’s Journey Planner
https://www.journeys.nzta.govt.nz/

For weather warnings, visit MetService
https://www.metservice.com/warnings

26/10/2025

There is currently significant traffic congestion northbound on State Highway 1 between Piarere and Tīrau.

Motorists are advised to expect delays and should consider taking alternate routes where possible.

26/10/2025

HEADS UP WHĀNAU - RAIN & WIND INCOMING

WARNINGS & WATCHES are in effect across our district not as bad as last week (phew) whānau, but here’s what you need to know to stay in the loop:

HEAVY RAIN WARNING (ORANGE)

When? 1700 hours (5pm) Mon, 27 Oct - 0500 hours (5am) Tue, 28 Oct, 2025

Where? Central North Island hill country, from southern Waikato to Tongariro National Park.

What’s happening - 60 to 90 mm of rain is heading your way, especially in the ranges. Thunderstorms might join the party. Expect 15-25 mm of rain per hour on Monday evening and overnight.

Don’t stress red warning levels are unlikely, but still.

Impact: River’s rise, flooding may appear, and roads could get slippery. So maybe skip the moonlit drive through the hills for now.

Action: Clear your gutters, avoid low-lying areas, and drive like you're in a fast & furious rainstorm.

STRONG WIND WATCH

When? 1500 Hours (3pm) - 2200 Hours (10pm) Mon, 27 Oct

Where? South Taranaki to Taihape (including inland Whanganui).

What’s happening - North to northwest winds could hit gale-force in exposed spots. There’s a moderate chance this could escalate to a Warning, so if you’re planning to fly a kite, maybe... don’t.

Impact: Things might get breezy, so hold onto your hats and your sense of humour.

Take action: Stay updated, stay safe, and don’t forget your Swannie...Redband's and possibly a Fluffy and Eclair to Go!

POWER OUTAGE INFORMATION

https://www.thelinescompany.co.nz/planned-outages/
https://outages.powerco.co.nz/
https://electra.co.nz/outages/
https://scanpower.co.nz/outages/

IN AN EMERGENCY – If life, health, or property is in danger call 111 straight away! Ask for Ambulance, Fire, or Police. Because heroes are only one call away.

FOR LOCAL COUNCIL ISSUES – slips, blocked drains, rough roads, you know the drill! Call +64 7 895 8188 You report it, we sort it. Kei te pai.

STAY INFORMED - Follow our Ruapehu Emergency Management, Civil Defence Manawatū Whanganui and NZ Civil Defence for updates.

KIA MAROHIROHI – STAY STRONG, RUAPEHU

Check on your whānau, help your neighbours, and keep that community spirit strong. We’ve got this! REMO