Cyclone recovery
During January and February 2023, Wairarapa was hit by two cyclones – Hale and Gabrielle, that impacted rural communities along the south and east coasts of the region.
The cyclones caused severe flooding and slips, with several communities cut off and families in the Tinui area evacuating their homes.
Following the initial response to the cyclones, a longer term recovery programme was established, involving local councils, support agencies and organisations in the rural sector. Along with coordinating efforts across these organisations, the recovery programme has assisted in securing funding to support families and communities that were impacted.
It is also working with agencies and local communities on ways to better prepare for and better recover from future emergency events. This includes establishing community hubs in locations across the region.
Category 3 buy-out programme
Future of Severely Affected Locations (FOSAL) voluntary buy-out and relocation options for people with Category 3 land.
Need support?
Find out what financial and wellbeing support is available if you were affected by Cyclone Gabrielle.
Damaged property
Information for owners of property damaged during a natural disaster.
Latest cyclone recovery news
Read the latest news about cyclone recovery efforts and activities to build community resilience for future natural disasters.
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Contact your Council
Masterton District Council
161 Queen Street, Masterton
27 Lincoln Road, Masterton
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Phone: 06 370 6300
Email: [email protected]
Carterton District Council
28 Holloway Street, Carterton
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Phone: 06 379 4030
Email: [email protected]
South Wairarapa District Council
19 Kitchener Street, Martinborough
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Phone: 06 306 9611
Email: [email protected]
Wairarapa Recovery Office works across the three Wairarapa district councils (Masterton, Carterton, South Wairarapa) to coordinate disaster recovery and community emergency resilience efforts.