Insurers support converting Takapuna golf course for flood prevention

Saturday 5 July 2025 · 4 outlets · 3 reports · updated Sat 5 Jul 2025, 3:30pm

In this story Auckland Council, Insurance Council of New Zealand

Insurance companies are backing an Auckland Council proposal to turn half of the Takapuna Golf Course into a flood catchment. The plan aims to mitigate flooding following thousands of claims after the 2023 floods, though the proposal faces opposition from golfing organisations and players.

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1. RNZSat 5 Jul 2025, 8:57am

   Insurance companies urge use of Takapuna golf course for flood prevention (opens in new tab)

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2. NZ HeraldSat 5 Jul 2025, 11:11am

   Insurance firms back Auckland golf course plan to mitigate floods (opens in new tab)

3. 1News via RNZSat 5 Jul 2025, 3:30pm

   Insurance companies want Takapuna golf course used for flood prevention (opens in new tab)