Trains cancelled, motorways flooded, delays expected after torrential rain. Waka Kotahi photo of Auckland motorway today. A state of local emergency has been declared in Auckland because of torrential rain and widespread flooding. Mayor Wayne Brown, who's in Sydney on council business, has delegated power to deputy Desley Simpson. 'This morning, at my request, the deputy mayor and I received an urgent phone briefing Want to read more? It's easy. Choose your best value subscription option Get two weeks free access to NBR's Premium Online Subscription, which includes full access to all of NBR's great content on any device.

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