Updates: Severe weather warning for Coromandel Peninsula
Published on 16 April 2025
Update: Saturday 19 April at 10:26am
Flooding at Manaia: Road Closure
SH25 at Manaia is now closed due to flooding. Please avoid the area, use an alternate route, and do not attempt to drive through floodwaters. Our roading contractors are monitoring the situation, and we’ll provide updates as soon as conditions improve.
Update: Saturday 19 April at 7:59am
Update: Friday 18 April at 7:31pm
All works have now been completed on SH25A and the road is open.
Update: Friday 18 April at 4:26pm
- Hikuai Settlement Road is being closely monitored by our roading contractors and is currently under a 30km/h speed restriction due to flooding. Please drive with caution and stay safe. We’ll provide updates as conditions change—keep an eye on our website and social media for the latest information.
- SH25 at Hikuai remains closed due to flooding. While some water has retreated, this evening high tide (at around 11pm) poses some addition flooding risk.
- Thames Coast is open but road users should be mindful of surface water and debris.
- SH25A between Kōpū and Hikuai is expected to be fully open from around 6pm following clearance of multiple slips.
Update: Friday 18 April at 10:15am
The strong wind warning has now been lifted, but the severe weather warning remains in place until 1pm today.
Update: Friday 18 April at 7:44am
Matatoki/Puriri/Omahu Water Notice: We're asking Matatoki, Puriri, Omahu and Hikutaia residents to please conserve water for approximately the next 24 hours. To support the water supply we have set up a water tanker in Puriri for residents to utilise for domestic water use. Find out more about this here.
Heavy rainfall pelted our district yesterday with 242mm recorded at the Pinnacles over 24 hours (as of 6:45am).
The Kauaeranga River peaked at 8.6m last night and is now at 7.8m, reducing spillover concerns.
Approximately 35 homes in Puriri remain without power; and Powerco is currently working on restoration.
High tide is expected at 10:30am.
Overnight, local brigades conducted multiple rescues, including people stranded in floodwaters and a van off the road in Coromandel. Fortunately, no significant injuries were reported.
Please avoid non-essential travel and follow updates from our Council, NZTA, and local authorities. Stay safe.
Slip at One Ton straight
Update: Thursday 17 April at 9:01pm
- State Highway 25 at Manaia is now closed until further notice due to flooding. It will reopen once waters recede to safe levels.
- Hikuai Settlement Road is also closed after the Whangamatā turnoff due to significant flooding.
- The Rhodes Park freedom camping area has been cleared as a precaution due to rising river levels.
Please avoid travel this evening unless absolutely necessary. Wait for daylight and monitor updates from NZTA, MetService, and our Facebook page and website.
Stay safe and informed.
Update: Thursday 17 April at 6:50pm
Hazardous driving conditions at Manaia. SH25 remains open but is hazardous—avoid the area, drive with caution, and stay prepared for potential closures. Read more here.
Update: Thursday 17 April at 9:50am
Overnight on the Peninsula brought strong winds and heavy showers, but thankfully, we didn’t experience any overnight road closures, significant power outages, or damage.
Cyclone Tam remains slow-moving northwest of New Zealand, bringing heavy rain, severe easterly gales, and large waves to our region over the next few days. Winds have picked up this morning, with heavy rain and strong gusts expected to intensify around lunchtime.
Some roads were closed due to fallen trees, but all have now been reopened.
- Tapu Coroglen Road is now open.
- Te Kouma Road is now open.
- Black Jack Road is now open.
We'll provide updates on these closures on our roading page.
We encourage you to report any fallen trees or hazards through the Request for Service system on our website.
Key information for today
Heavy Rain Warning – Orange
- When: 9:00am Thursday to 3:00 pm Friday (30 hours).
- Forecast: 150-250mm of additional rain in the ranges, with thunderstorms possible tonight and tomorrow.
- Impacts: Rising streams and rivers, surface flooding, slips, and challenging driving conditions.
Strong Wind Watch – Yellow
- When: 9:00 am Thursday to 12:00 am Friday (15 hours).
- Forecast: Easterly winds may approach severe gale in exposed places.
- Impacts: Potential damage to trees, powerlines, and unsecured structures. Driving may be difficult, especially for high-sided vehicles and motorcycles.
What you can do
Clear drains and gutters to reduce flooding risks, and secure outdoor furniture or rubbish bins to prevent them from becoming hazards. Avoid unnecessary travel during peak conditions, and if you must drive, take extra care, especially in high-sided vehicles or on motorcycles. Stay tuned to weather updates, as conditions may escalate.
Update: Wednesday 16 April
MetService has issued an orange weather warning for heavy rain and strong winds as Tropical Cyclone Tam approaches, transitioning into a deep subtropical low. The storm is expected to bring severe easterly gales and significant rain to parts of the North Island and upper South Island, including our district.
What to Expect:
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Rainfall: 150–250mm of rain over 36 hours (midnight Wednesday to noon Friday), with thunderstorms possible on Friday.
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Wind: Severe easterly gales.
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Impacts: Rising rivers, surface flooding, slips, and hazardous driving conditions.
What You Can Do:
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Clear drains and gutters to minimize flooding.
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Avoid low-lying areas and stay off the roads unless necessary.
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Drive cautiously if travel is unavoidable.
Stay updated as conditions evolve—further warnings may be issued. Safety first: if you can, stay home and let the storm pass.
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