North Canterbury farmers begin clean-up after destructive storm

Friday 24 October 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Fri 24 Oct 2025, 5:45pm

Severe gales swept through North Canterbury on Thursday, causing significant damage to farms and homes. In Balmoral, more than 80 pine trees were blown over on a single road, and a two-bedroom home was crushed by a falling tree. Residents in Culverden, Rotherham, and Waiau are now assessing the damage.

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1. The PressFri 24 Oct 2025, 4:13pm

   North Canterbury farmer count heavy losses after winds flatten pine trees and sheds (opens in new tab)

2. StuffFri 24 Oct 2025, 5:30pm

   Massive hedge ripped from the ground in Canterbury gales (opens in new tab)

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3. NZ HeraldFri 24 Oct 2025, 5:45pm

   North Canterbury farmers begin major clean‑up after destructive storm (opens in new tab)