Flooding in the Takaka valley. Photo: RNZ / Logan Church
- There are still thunderstorms over the west coast of the South Island north of Hokitika, which are expected to move on to Wellington tonight.
- About 6000 people are still trapped in Golden Bay as rain caused slips
- More than 120 schools and 70 early learning centres remain closed in Taranaki, Whanganui, Manawatu, Canterbury, Nelson, Marlborough, West Coast, Otago and Waikato.
- Read what you need to know for the essential information for your region
- Get the full picture with our wrap-up of the day's events
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