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flag Six months after devastating floods, New Zealand’s Tasman District faces a $50 million, two-year recovery effort.

flag More than six months after record floods in June and July 2025 devastated New Zealand’s Tasman District—the worst in 150 years—recovery efforts are projected to cost $50 million and take up to two years. flag Damage to roads, homes, and river infrastructure totaled $48 million, with about three-quarters covered by insurance and government aid, leaving $12 million for the council. flag River repairs alone are estimated at $23–25 million. flag A government audit criticized the council’s lack of flood protection planning and records, urging better asset management. flag Over 4,500 road jobs are complete, with about 1,000 remaining, including State Highway 60, now open to two lanes. flag Four roads remain closed, with repairs on one set to begin in early 2026. flag The council is upgrading its river asset database to improve future resilience.

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