Roads reopen in Eastern Bay of Plenty after heavy flooding
Thursday 31 July 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story NZ Transport Agency, Bay of Plenty Regional Council
Heavy rain lasting 24 hours caused flooding in the Eastern Bay of Plenty, temporarily cutting off access between Whakatāne and Ōpōtiki. The region received over 150mm of rain, leading to wastewater overflow in Ōpōtiki. Roads are now beginning to reopen following the inundation.
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