The event resulted in road and park closures, property and marae damage, and disrupted infrastructure, with some significant impacts on the community.
A number of people self evacuated due to significant damage to their homes. Four families remain displaced and have arranged alternative accommodation overnight. A total of 15 properties were affected across Welcome Bay and other parts of the city. Council staff will continue working with affected residents to assess the safety of their homes.
Maungatapu Marae has also sustained structural and roof damage, with on site coordination currently underway.
Unfortunately, there have been reports of some people abusing staff who are managing closures. These closures are not taken lightly and are in place to keep our community safe. We understand this situation can be frustrating, and we ask people to please be considerate and respectful towards those working in these conditions.
Latest updates
Roads:
- Welcome Bay Road – open
- Devonport Road (city) – open; clean up will continue into next week
- Hamilton Street (west of Cameron Road) – one lane reopened
Parks and public spaces (closed):
- Tye Park – numerous trees down; please avoid the area
- Wharepai Domain
- Rotary Park (Maungatapu)
These closures are due to overhanging limbs, unknown tree stability, and safety risks that may not be immediately obvious. Parks will remain closed until full safety checks and debris removal are complete.
As you travel around the city, please be aware:
- Travel times may be longer than usual
- Building Inspectors and City Operations teams are prioritising sites with structural or public safety risks
- Some stormwater manhole lids have been displaced
Please check in on your neighbours, friends, and whānau where you can.
Hazards can be reported to Tauranga City Council on 07 577 7000.
Thank you for your patience and care for one another.
Updates will be provided on our facebook page and website.