PHOTO: WAITAKI DISTRICT COUNCILThe repair bill for flood damage in the Waitaki is set to cost more than $1 million. Waitaki District Council roading manager Mike Harrison confirmed the work had cost $1.05 million, with the NZ Transport Agency contributing 55% of that. There were 28 roads closed after the flooding, and the main problems were through Danseys Pass and the Corriedale areas. Fast work during the flooding helped mitigate damage, and the contractor response enabled the council to safely manage the roads for drivers. Flooding events have a wide-reaching effect across the community, and the council was appreciative of the response to its clean up, he said.

Source: Otago Daily Times May 03, 2021 20:03 UTC