Flooding is the most common natural hazard we face in Aotearoa New Zealand. As the world confronts a changing climate, we can expect the extent of flooding we experience to be affected through variations in rainfall, temperature and sea levels, and likely more frequent flood events across the country.
Learn about flood protection work and projects, future plans, and braided river care
Current river works
View our current operational works we're undertaking in rivers.
River projects
View ongoing and completed river projects to protect communities, infrastructure, and the environment.
Co-investment in future flood protection
See how we’re advocating for central government co-investment in climate resilience and flood protection.
Braided river revival progamme
Learn more about this project to improve the health and vitality of our braided rivers.