Northland Civil Defence Emergency Management Group spokesman Zachary Woods said though the warning levels had eased, “that doesn’t mean it’s going to stop raining”. We’re advising everyone to stay safe and stay home where possible.”Flooding on Pipiwai Rd on Sunday morning amid Cyclone Vaianu. Photo / Pipiwai | Kaikou Civil Defence TeamFlooding in Pipiwai. Photo / Pipiwai | Kaikou Civil Defence TeamTikipunga resident Teina Wells-Smith went to Whangārei Falls this morning to see the extent of the flooding. “Not much had come through from Civil Defence that we didn’t already know about”, Tepania said.

Source: New Zealand Herald April 12, 2026 02:02 UTC