The Government is looking to change its approach to roading, particularly in the Gisborne District.

Most of the district's population remains cut off, with State Highway Five closed between Ōpōtiki to Napier, and State Highway 35 closed between Te Puia Springs to Tolaga Bay.

Prime Minister Chris Hipkins says roads may have to be moved or made more resilient.

Infrastructure New Zealand Policy Director Michelle McCormick told Kate Hawkesby it's definitely time to look at where roads are located.

McCormick says while road access needs to be seriously looked at, it's not as straightforward as just picking bad roads and replacing them.

Mobile and internet coverage is being restored to much of the Gisborne District, but Gisborne City residents are being asked to conserve water.

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