Drought 2010

The Government declared a medium-level drought in Northland on 20 January, 2010. Find information in this section on how the Northland wide response is being co-ordinated and what relief measures are available. We have also provided links to resources for helping you to manage the drought on your property.

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Coordinating the drought response

Find out how a Northland wide response to the drought is being co-ordinated by the Rural Support Trust Northland.

Extreme weather updates

Weekly newsletters from the Northland drought extension sub-committee for rural professionals in the dairy, horticulture, sheep and beef sectors.

River and rainfall levels

The Northland Regional Council Hydrology team monitor river and rainfall levels in Northland. Results are updated every 2 hours in this section of our website.

Government assistance

Outlines the range of support measures for farmers announced by the Government following its decision to declare a medium level drought in Northland.

Useful resources

Links to a series of useful resources for assisting you to manage the drought situation on your property.

Join the rural support online community

Join the Rural Support Northland online community. Find out about the latest drought related management events and discuss issues with other Northlanders.

Contact details

Find contact details for people and groups involved in coordintaing Northland's drought response.

Image gallery

Photos taken around Northland during drought conditions this summer.