Support following Cyclone Gabrielle
As a unit within the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment we want to help those impacted by Cyclone Gabrielle to have information to support them.
Standards New Zealand works with committee members, and provides for customers using standards, across areas impacted.
We know it may be difficult for those communities recovering from Cyclone Gabrielle. Additional support and information is available to those affected:
- You can find the latest on what support is available by visiting the Civil Defence website(external link)
- Be prepared for further weather events. Stay up to date with the latest forecast by heading to the MetService website(external link)
Support and financial assistance is available for those who have been directly affected by the recent severe weather, including Civil Defence Payments. Find out more on Cyclone Gabrielle - Work and Income website(external link)
- Funding is available for those supporting affected communities impacted by the floods and Cyclone Gabrielle: Find out more, including how to apply for the Community Providers fund and the Community Support Fund - MSD website(external link)
- If you urgently need somewhere to stay, go to your nearest Civil Defence Centres(external link) or register with the Temporary Accommodation Service(external link).
- Financial support is available for those in the primary sector significantly affected by Cyclone Gabrielle. Find out more on Cyclone Gabrielle recovery: advice, support, and funding - MPI website(external link)
- There are a range of services and financial support available for employers impacted by severe weather. Find out more on Help for employers - Work and Income website [PDF 223KB](external link)
Be prepared, keep yourself safe and don’t take any chances. Find out more on Floods - Get ready website(external link)
It’s normal to feel stressed or anxious during or after an emergency, but there are things you can do to feel better. Find out more about Looking after your mental wellbeing - Get ready website(external link)
Please be extra careful if you are travelling as there may be road closures still in place; check ahead to make sure your normal route is open and safe to use. Find out more on Traffic info - NZTA website(external link)
The best way you can provide support to communities affected by Cyclone Gabrielle, is through donating to the mayoral relief funds. Find out more on Cyclone Gabrielle Mayoral Relief Funds - Civil defence website(external link)