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Tensions simmer over Westport flood scheme

Nearly three years after a devastating flood displaced hundreds of residents, they have been told a solution is near.

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Westport s flooding disaster could have been avoided

Westport's flooding disaster "could have been avoided" if funds had been available sooner to reduce the risk.

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Two years on and Westport waits

Residents are very frustrated and stressed over the lack of information of how the government support package is going to be rolled out.

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Emergency management minister announces $200,000 in immediate funding for flood-hit Nelson Tasman

Emergency management minister announces $200,000 in immediate funding for flood-hit Nelson Tasman
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Weather: 160 households across Westport, Seddonville and Mokihinui self-evacuate as flooding risk set to peak

Weather: 160 households across Westport, Seddonville and Mokihinui self-evacuate as flooding risk set to peak
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