Storm deadline

Time is running out for storm-affected Auckland homeowners to register to find out about any future risk to life at their home, and if they qualify for construction funding or a council buy-out. Following major storms early last year, Auckland Council has been assessing and categorising affected properties based on whether there is an ‘intolerable risk to life’ from future storms, and whether there is anything that can be done to reduce the risk. With a September 30 deadline to register for the categorisation programme looming, just over 40 per cent of more than 7000 properties impacted across Auckland have signed up.

To find out more and register, visit or call council’s recovery office team on 09 884 2070..