An Auckland motorway has flooded as a band of torrential rain batters the top half of the North Island. It's been a wet, blustery morning for Auckland, with motorists warned to watch out for hazardous driving conditions as strong winds, heavy rain and thunderstorms are forecast for the city. ^MF pic.twitter.com/HMvL1JOeLy — Waka Kotahi NZTA Auckland & Northland (@WakaKotahiAkNth) May 29, 2022The wild weather has caused a Waiheke ferry cancellation, leaving 10am commuters stranded. Monday 30 May 2022:Gulf Harbour - Auckland 830amGulf Harbour - Auckland 1130amAuckland - Gulf Harbour 1030am^WC pic.twitter.com/gPXkJwKISU — Auckland Transport Travel Alerts (@AT_TravelAlerts) May 29, 2022Motorcyclists and drivers in high-sided vehicle should avoid the Harbour Bridge and use the Western Ring on State Highways 16 and 18. Earlier, heavy rain warnings were issued for other parts of the country including the Far North and Gisborne.

Source: New Zealand Herald May 30, 2022 08:10 UTC