Severe road damage and slips reported following Waitomo flooding
Friday 17 October 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated In this story Waitomo District Council
Torrential rain in the central North Island has caused extensive flooding, slips, and infrastructure damage in Waitomo and Ruapehu. Aerial images show cracked roads and debris near cliff edges, with the Waitomo District Council warning that repairs could take years. Some major highways are expected to reopen.
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