Shelves have already become increasingly sparse at many stores around the country as Kiwis have rushed to get ready for the first of the weather warnings to come in place this evening. “That can mean a few gaps on shelves at times, but our local teams are keeping stock moving. Queues are developing at Pak n Save Mt Albert ahead of tomorrow's first weather warnings. Photo / Imogene Bedford“Because we’re a co-op, our local family owner-operators are best placed to make the call for their stores. A Woolworths spokesperson said, “We are closely monitoring the situation and will respond accordingly.

Source: New Zealand Herald April 11, 2026 08:39 UTC