Our thoughts are with our clients, their whānau and communities who have been impacted by the recent severe weather events. We know this is a challenging time for many right now.
We have put together a list of resources which we hope can assist those who are trying to respond and recover, including a Checklist for Small Businesses Impacted by Natural Disasters.
Please also see below for information on wellbeing, government assistance and other resources for individuals, businesses and communities impacted by the floods and Cyclone Gabrielle.
In particular the IRD have confirmed, for those impacted by these severe weather events they will consider filing extensions and interest and penalty remission. Financial hardship applications may also be available for those seriously affected.
Please note the list below contains just some of the links to resources that we have found particularly useful. As always we are here to help – so please do not hesitate to contact us on 07 885 1022, or email us on info@grahambrown.co.nz.
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| Inland Revenue Te Tari Taake | Further information in regard to recent weather events – Cyclone Gabrielle update including:
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| Business.govt.nz | Information on how to plan for and manage emergencies to minimise the impact on business. |
| Beehive.govt.nz | Information on an initial recovery mobilisation fund to help farmers and growers, including those affected by Cyclone Gabrielle. |
| Ministry for Primary Industries Manatu Ahu Matua | MPI provide information on government and community support available to rural communities and individuals after an adverse event. Financial support is available to farmers, growers, whenua Māori owners and rural communities. |
| Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment (MBIE) | Checkout what support maybe available, including Temporary Accommodation Service which assists to find temporary accommodation while homes are repaired or rebuilt. |
| Work and Income Te Hiranga Tangata | Access a Civil Defence Payment that can help with:
Call 0800 400 100. Open 7am to 5pm Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm Saturday, and 8am to 1pm Sunday. If you’re a farmer and have been affected by an adverse event (eg, flood or drought) which is classed as medium or large-scale by the Minister for Primary Industries, you may be able to get a Rural Assistance Payment. |
| DairyNZ | Information to help prepare your business for and overcome adverse events. |
| Beef+Lamb New Zealand | Access information about the support available to flood affected farmers and volunteers. |
| Rural Support Trust | Access your local trust to obtain information and assistance in getting emergency or on-going help following an adverse event. |
| ASB | ASB extending financial relief and $2,000 one-off payment to customers affected by Cyclone Gabrielle |
| ANZ | Support for personal and business customers. Please click on the relevant link under ‘how we can help’. |
| BNZ | Severe weather updates and support. If you’ve been affected by Cyclone Gabrielle or the recent flooding, we have support packages available to help. |
| Kiwibank | North Island cyclone & flooding financial relief for personal and business customers. |
| Westpac | Westpac extends relief options to customers affected by Cyclone Gabrielle. |
| Waka Kotahi | NZ Transport Agency – Roading status update. |
| Insurance and Financial Services Ombudsmen | Information and guides on lodging an insurance claim in the wake of a natural disaster. |
| EQC | Access information on natural disaster insurance. |
| WELLBEING LINKS | |
| Civil Defence National Emergency Management Agency Te Rākau Whakamarumaru | Cyclone Gabrielle – what support is available and where can you get help. This NEMA factsheet provides information about the various support available to those affected by Cyclone Gabrielle.
Civil Defence also provide the latest information about the emergency status and management in your region. |
| Ministry of Health Manatū Hauora | In the event of an emergency, ordinary systems and services are often disrupted and unhealthy conditions can develop. You may survive a major disaster but be at risk of serious illness. This New Zealand Ministry of Health (MOE) information is designed to help protect your health.
Click here for MOE guidance for emergency response workers, health staff and volunteers on how to cope with stress and anxiety in an emergency situation. |
| Ministry of Social Development Te Manatu Whakahiato Ora | Information about the Community Support Package for people impacted by North Island floods and Cyclone Gabrielle. |
| New Zealand Claims Resolution Service | Supporting homeowners across New Zealand to find a solution to their residential insurance claims resulting from natural disasters. |
| Victim Support | Provides practical advice on physical and emotional support available to those impacted by natural disasters. |
| XAP – Xero Assistance Programme | Access free and confidential mental health counselling and resources until 31st March. Email the Xero team at xap@xero.com. |
| National Emergency Management Agency | Provides links to information useful in an emergency or disaster. |
| ICNZ Insurance Council of New Zealand (PDF) | Cyclone Gabrielle insurance recovery advice. |
| Government Information Hotline 0800 779 997 | In a large-scale emergency, the Government Helpline will be activated to provide information about the services and assistance available to affected people. This includes emergency assistance, victim support and tax relief. |