Special Solutions Trade Company

18/02/2026

Most people think flooding has to be deep to cause damage…
but it’s the force of moving water that does the real harm.

It doesn’t take much to push water into garages and homes, and once it’s in, the damage adds up fast.

We supply the Floodsheild Aluminim Barriers so when heavy rain hits, you’re not scrambling, you’re protected.

Flood ready. NZ wide. 🌧️🌊

15/02/2026

State of Emergency declared for Manawatū.

Stay safe, stay informed, and look after each other. If you don’t need to be out, stay home.

⚠️ There are multiple weather watches and warnings across our region.

🔴MetService New Zealand has issued a red-level severe weather warning for Manawatū, Rangitīkei and Ruapehu districts north of Feilding and east of State Highway 1. Expect 140 to 180mm of rain from 6pm tonight until 2pm Monday. See the post pinned to our page for more info.

🟠Orange-level rain warnings are still place for the Tararua District, south-western Ruapehu and northern Whanganui, while Tararua District also has a strong wind warning in place.

💧Waterways across the region are expected to rise significantly as rain falls during the night. This includes the Manawatū, Makino, Pohangina, Ōroua, Rangitīkei, Turakina and Whangaehu rivers.

⛰️ It is highly likely there will be landslides across the region.
MetService has described the event as “significant and dangerous” and people should take precautionary measures immediately.

📍Tararua District Council have declared a pre-emptive state of emergency for the entire district. This declaration enables TDC and emergency services to act quickly and coordinate resources if conditions worsen.

No matter where you are in the region, you need to be aware of this event and take it seriously. This is not "pina colada in the rain" weather, but a serious emergency which will create unsafe conditions.

✅Prepare while there is daylight. It is easier and safer to pre-emptively evacuate during daylight than trying to do so when it's dangerous at night.
✅If in doubt, get out – this applies to people and stock. You are best to pre-emptively evacuate areas during daylight, rather than waiting for conditions to worsen overnight.
✅Avoid any unessential travel. If you have travelled for the weekend and plan to return home later tonight, either bring forward your travel plans or look for somewhere to stay overnight.
✅Never, ever try to walk, play, swim or drive in flood water.
Important information

🚘 Roading conditions

🛑 State Highway 56 at Ōpiki is likely to become impassable early Monday morning due to flooding.
🛑 State Highway 3 at Whangaehu is likely to become impassable overnight due to flooding.

🚧 On current forecasts, Horizons Regional Council will need to operate the Makino floodgates at Feilding and the Moutoa floodgates on the Manawatū River overnight.

We will send more updates throughout the evening. Past updates are available via our website https://www.mwcdem.govt.nz/ and on our page.

For details of weather watches and warnings, see https://www.metservice.com/warnings/home.

02/02/2026

Protect your most valuable assets before the water arrives.
The FloodShield Aluminium Barrier is ideal for doorways, driveways, and property perimeters. With barrier heights from 200 mm to 1.8 m, it provides fast, reliable protection for homes and businesses.
When flooding is forecast, simply insert the barriers and tighten the bolts — that’s it.

FloodReady

02/02/2026

Protect your most valuable assets before the water arrives.

The FloodShield Aluminium Barrier is ideal for doorways, driveways, and property perimeters. With barrier heights from 200 mm to 1.8 m, it provides fast, reliable protection for homes and businesses.

When flooding is forecast, simply insert the barriers and tighten the bolts — that’s it.

29/01/2026

When someone asks if our aluminium flood barriers are tough…
We don’t argue, we just send in 108kg of field testing. 💪✅

22/01/2026

During the wetter months, which honestly feels like most of the year lately, the demand for flood protection is becoming more and more common.
These FloodShield aluminium barriers are being prepped for a supermarket, helping prevent water from entering a low lying area of the store and keeping the business running when the weather turns.

27/10/2025

🌧️ It’s been a rough Labour weekend for many across Aotearoa, with some regions seeing up to 130 mm of rain and widespread surface flooding, slips, and strong winds.
If you were affected, take a moment to check drains, gutters, and any areas where water pooled.

Stay safe everyone, and keep an eye on the next front due mid-week.
👉 Stuff article-

It comes as PM Christopher Luxon thanked first responders and civil defence teams for their work in recent days amid some trying weather conditions.

11/10/2025

Heavy rain is on the way for Tararua Range, take a few minutes to check your drains, secure loose items.

UPDATE - 8.50PM SAT 11 OCT: Expect 150 to 200 mm of rain on top of what has already fallen. Peak rates of 20 to 30 mm per hour are possible.

Information below the updates remains the same. Continue to keep an eye on the forecast via MetService.

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UPDATE - 3.50PM SAT 11 OCT: Expect 170 to 220 mm of rain on top of what has already fallen. Peak rates of 20 to 30 mm per hour, as well as thunderstorms, are possible.

Information below remains the same. Continue to keep an eye on the forecast via MetService.

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⚠️ A heavy rain warning is in place for the length of the Tararua Range for all of Saturday 11 October, with the weather expected to last until 6pm Sunday 12 October.

🌧️ Another 200 to 250mm of rain is expected on top of what has already fallen in the area. Peak rates of 20 to 30 mm per hour are expected.

🌩️ Thunderstorms are are possibility throughout Saturday.

🌊 Streams and rivers may rise rapidly. Surface flooding, slips, and difficult driving conditions possible.

💧 Clear your drains and gutters to prepare for heavy rain. Avoid low-lying areas and drive cautiously.

Keep an eye on the weather and visit https://www.metservice.com/warnings/home for the latest updates.d

01/10/2025

🌧️ Flooding in NZ – Did You Know?

Around 1 in 7 homes in NZ are in flood-prone areas. And it’s not just houses, many businesses, shops, and warehouses sit in those same risk zones.

When heavy rain hits, being prepared makes all the difference.
One option some people are turning to are ABS flood barriers. They’re lightweight, interlock to form a watertight wall, and can be used for:

Homes – driveways, garages, doorways, yards
Businesses – shopfronts, warehouses, loading docks, carparks

They’re stackable, reusable, and simple to put in place when water starts rising.
It’s about knowing what tools are out there so you can protect what matters, whether that’s your home or your livelihood.

Special Solutions Trade – Flood Ready. NZ Wide.