Story: Hauraki–Coromandel region

1981 Paeroa flood

In 1981 heavy rain led to devastating floods around Paeroa which inundated homes. Returning residents faced the arduous job of cleaning up after the floodwaters had receded.

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Paul Monin, 'Hauraki–Coromandel region - Climate, plants and animals', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/video/30363/1981-paeroa-flood (accessed 25 April 2024)

Story by Paul Monin, updated 1 Apr 2016