Storm update, the latest from Auckland Council
Around a quarter of properties in the Auckland region are without power this morning following last night’s storm.
120,000 properties are currently without power and power companies are working to restore this.
Auckland Council and partner agencies are prioritising making sites safe and securing damaged trees and debris to make it easier to restore power.
Residents should call 09 301 0101 to report trees down on public land and around the roading network. Care must be taken around downed power lines.
Auckland Emergency Management Director John Dragicevich says contractors have been out all night to remove trees that are impeding power restoration work.
“We are working quickly to determine the full extent of the damage from last night’s storm.
“We will be prioritising cleaning up trees that have damaged power lines and clearing the roads from any storm debris that will impede traffic flow.
“Emergency Services received over 1600 calls over night as a result of this event. If you or your property is at risk, call 111.
“Take extra care when travelling and drive to the conditions.”
On your property
Transport:
Follow Auckland Transport and NZTA for up to date travel information.
Motorways are open, as is the majority of the roading network.
The following local roads are closed: Pine Ave between Parrs Cross Rd loops, Henderson; Woodside Ave, Massey; Maskell St, St Heliers; Temple St, Meadowbank and Gillies Ave, between Kohia Tce and Kimberley near Balmoral. Roads partially blocked: corner Charles Rd and Glenbrook Rd, Karaka and corner of Marne Rd and Settlement Rd, Papakura.
Rail services
Southern Line:
Services suspended between Papakura and Puhinui
Southern Line operating to/from Manukau on a 30 minute frequency
Scheduled buses in place between Manukau and Papakura
Pukekohe Shuttle:
Services are operating, with delays
Diesel services will operate from Pukekohe to Otahuhu
Poll: Should complete designs be shared with the public, or should the community help shape the designs from the start?
The Post recently shared an opinion piece on the Harbour Crossing and why a more democratic approach might be needed 🚗🚲👟
While most decisions sit within the political arena, many organisations—like NZTA—manage long-term projects that go beyond party lines. Politics can sometimes disrupt progress, and the next Harbour Crossing is a big decision that will affect all Aucklanders.
We’d love your thoughts: Should near-complete, shovel-ready designs be shared with the public, or should the community have a hand in shaping the designs from the start?
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80.8% Community feedback and transparency is needed.
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19.2% No. This would be impossible in practice.
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.
Poll: 🤖 What skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?
The Reserve Bank has shared some pretty blunt advice: there’s no such thing as a “safe” job anymore 🛟😑
Robots are stepping into repetitive roles in factories, plants and warehouses. AI is taking care of the admin tasks that once filled many mid-level office jobs.
We want to know: As the world evolves, what skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?
Want to read more? The Press has you covered!
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54.3% Human-centred experience and communication
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13.8% Critical thinking
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29.3% Resilience and adaptability
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2.6% Other - I will share below!
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