There is a bit of chatter from the bureaucracy that the solution to big weather events is to make people move away from their homes. Whole towns such as Westport and Opotiki are in the firing line with a message that they should move to higher ground.. At least one of the Bay of Plenty Regional Council elected members is keen on the approach.
This involves “encouraging” residents to move away from the coast. Details are kept vague but this documentary gives some insights into proposals around New Zealand.
