Auckland was lashed with heavy rain and subsequent floods last Friday and is forecast to receive further heavy rain in the coming days.

The extreme weather has resulted in hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of property and inventory being destroyed, and many Auckland businesses will be closing their doors until further notice.

NZME business commentator Fran O'Sullivan says that no one expected a disaster like this to hit Auckland and the region will benefit from extra Government support and resources.

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Auckland was lashed with heavy rain and subsequent floods last Friday and is forecast to receive further heavy rain in the coming days.
The extreme weather has resulted in hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of property and inventory being destroyed, and many Auckland businesses will be closing their doors until further notice.
NZME business commentator Fran O'Sullivan says that no one expected a disaster like this to hit Auckland and the region will benefit from extra Government support and resources.
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Best of Business is the home of all things business at Newstalk ZB, from morning market updates right through to incisive interviews with New Zealand’s top business leaders and decision makers. Whether you’re a small business owner or interested in what’s going on in the Big End of Town, this podcast encompasses the sharpest voices and minds in the world of business.

Best of Business is the home of all things business at Newstalk ZB, from morning market updates right through to incisive interviews with New Zealand’s top business leaders and decision makers.