Nelson’s Maitai River in June 2025. Photo: Samantha Gee / RNZ The top of the South Island is effectively cut off at the moment, with a number of state highways closed. A state of...

The Pelorus River in Marlborough is running high. Photo: RNZ / Samantha Gee Marlborough district mayor Nadine Taylor has declared a localised state of emergency for parts of the region. Fire and Emergency is...