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New Zealand ShakeOut 2018

New Zealand ShakeOut is our national earthquake drill and tsunami hikoi (walk), taking place on Thursday 18 October 2018, at 9:30am.

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Get Tsunami Ready

All of New Zealand is at risk of earthquakes and all of our coastline is at risk of tsunami. We can’t predict when one will happen, but we can protect ourselves and our family.

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Local civil defence groups

Local authorities are responsible for civil defence emergency management (CDEM) in their area. If life or property is threatened always dial 111 for Police, Fire or Ambulance.

Emergency Mobile Alert

Emergency Mobile Alerts are messages about emergencies sent by authorised emergency agencies to capable mobile phones.

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Lifelines reports and resources

Reports and resources which may be of use to lifeline utilities, lifeline groups, or CDEM officers working with lifelines utilities

News and Events

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30 May 2018 > 31 May 2018

National Emergency Management Conference 2018 - Partners for Resilience

The National Emergency Management Conference 2018 will provide insight, advice and discussion that is both relevant and engaging for emergency management professionals.

09 May 2018 - 3:38pm

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.

19 Feb 2018 - 8:02am

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.

Resources

CDEM-related publications, newsletters and images