Civil Defence Northland

Civil Defence and Emergency Information for the Hikurangi District
Hikurangi is a community that experiences heavy rain, flooding, slips and strong winds. Civil Defence Northland works alongside Whangārei District Council, emergency services and local groups to help residents stay informed and safe during emergencies.

Official Information Sources
Emergency Mobile Alerts (EMA)
Sent automatically to phones during serious emergencies.

Civil Defence Northland
Facebook page: Civil Defence Northland
Real‑time updates, evacuation notices and welfare centre information.

Whangārei District Council (WDC)
Website and Facebook page
Local road closures, service disruptions and flooding updates.

MetService
Severe weather watches and warnings.

GeoNet
Earthquake and tsunami information.

Northland Police & Fire and Emergency NZ
Updates on incidents, road closures and public safety.

If power or internet is out, use a battery‑powered radio for regional updates.

Local Evacuation Information
Hikurangi Town Hall is the primary evacuation venue for the Hikurangi village.
Evacuation centres open only when needed, and Civil Defence will confirm which locations are activated.

Across the wider Hikurangi and Coastal Ward, several local marae may also open as evacuation centres depending on the type and scale of the emergency.
These marae provide safe shelter, support and a place for families to gather during major events.

Reporting Hazards
If you see flooding, slips, blocked stormwater drains or other hazards, contact WDC on 09 430 4200.
For life‑threatening emergencies, call 111.

Hikurangi Community Response Plan
To view our full Hikurangi Community Response Plan, visit the Northland Regional Council website.