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Airbnb agreement to unlock emergency accommodation nationwide
A historic new agreement signed today will provide a nationwide boost to New Zealand’s emergency preparedness and response arrangements.
Tis the season to BEEEEEEEEEP - Nationwide test alert this Sunday
Note: this news item refers to the 2018 test. The 2019 nationwide test of Emergency Mobile Alert will be held on the evening of 24 November 2019. You should expect to receive a test alert that evening sometime between 6 and 7 pm.
Nationwide test of Emergency Mobile Alert system
Note: this news item refers to the 2018 test. The 2019 nationwide test of Emergency Mobile Alert will be held on the evening of 24 November 2019. You should expect to receive a test alert that evening sometime between 6 and 7 pm.
Media release: Feedback sought on proposed National Disaster Resilience Strategy
The Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management is encouraging New Zealanders to have their say about the future of disaster resilience in New Zealand.
Media release: Tsunami can arrive in minutes – have a plan to evacuate
The tragic earthquake and tsunami in Indonesia is a reminder for New Zealanders of the importance of knowing how to stay safe in the event of a tsunami.
Media key to better emergency information for diverse communities
Civil Defence Emergency Management authorities and media are joining forces to ensure better access to emergency information for diverse communities.
New Zealand ShakeOut 2018
In June Civil Defence Minister Hon. Kris Faafoi launched New Zealand ShakeOut 2018, our national earthquake drill and tsunami hīkoi (walk out), on 6 June at Wilford School in Wellington.
Deaf communities to get better emergency information
Deaf communities will have improved access to emergency information as the result of a new agreement signed today, says Civil Defence Minister Hon Kris Faafoi.
Media Release: Time to plan ahead as Gita gears towards NZ
Now is a good time to think ahead about how Cyclone Gita might impact you and your household, and plan accordingly, the Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management is advising the public.