A council spokeswoman said the region has no warnings in place.
However, people were still advised to check road info, travel to conditions and be aware of slips and trees.
Slip-prone stretches of road remained open, according to NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi.
That included State Highway 2 through Waioweka Gorge and State Highway 35 between Pōtaka and Te Araroa,
“The weather hasn’t been kind recently and we continue to monitor the roads to ensure they remain safe for drivers,” a spokesman said.
Climate adaptation plan needed now - LGNZ
People across the country have had cars swept away, homes flooded, and roads blocked by debris from slips.
Gisborne Mayor and Local Government NZ president Rehette Stoltz said there needed to be action on a climate adaptation plan now.
“Severe storms, floods, landslides, and coastal hazards are increasingly frequent and damaging, with a reported 46 storms in the past 12 months alone.
“It’s time we saw real progress on the ground to respond to climate risks.”
Stoltz urged for “clear, durable” co-funding arrangements between central and local government.
“Councils are ready and willing to have the tough conversations with communities. Central Government needs to provide clear division of roles and funding for necessary action to happen.”
Earth Sciences New Zealand research found more than 750,000 New Zealanders live in flood-prone areas, meaning $235 billion worth of residential buildings were at risk.
“Doing nothing not only puts undue pressure on public finances in the long run but comes with significant risk to New Zealanders.”
