Weather warnings: Take care, Gisborne.
MetService has issued a Heavy Rain warning from 7am - 7pm on Friday, 19 May for the area of Gisborne north of Tolaga Bay.
A Strong Wind watch is also in place for this period for Gisborne from Tolaga Bay northwards
Here's what you need to know:
- 50 to 90 mm of rain is expected about the ranges and a lesser amount near the coast.
- Thunderstorms and localised downpours possible. Peak rates of 15 to 25 mm/h, or possibly more.
- Heavy rain may cause streams and rivers to rise rapidly.
- Surface flooding and slips are also possible and driving conditions may be hazardous.
- Northeast winds may approach severe gale in exposed places.
Keep up to date with weather warnings on the MetService website.
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The Press investigates the growing reliance on your unpaid labour.
Automation (or the “unpaid shift”) is often described as efficient ... but it tends to benefit employers more than consumers.
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Are you for, or against?
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9.5% For. Self-service is less frustrating and convenient.
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43.3% I want to be able to choose.
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47.2% Against. I want to deal with people.
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