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Leading the way for volunteer emergency response
Auckland Emergency Management recently gave an award to a community organisation for recognising the outstanding work of volunteers who made a difference to the welfare and safety of more than 2000 people during severe flooding in 2023.
New guide to help homeowners read geotechnical assessment reports
To help homeowners understand the report they receive.
Rānui event remembers flood victims and volunteers
Last week Ranui Baptist Community Care (RBCC) held an event to mark the one-year anniversary of the 2023 Auckland Anniversary weekend floods and acknowledge impacted locals and volunteers who worked tirelessly to support those in need.
Why do flood risk assessments take time?
Healthy Waters Head of Planning, Nick Vigar, explains some of the complexities involved in the flood-risk assessment process.
Last updated 12 February
Storm recovery support drop-ins
If you or your whānau need assistance and would like to find out about support services available for storm affected Aucklanders, come along to one of our upcoming drop-in sessions.
Recovery message from the Mayor and Deputy Mayor
A year on from the tragic weather events of 2023.
Social and wellbeing support
Various community and wellbeing support is available to you, including free help with processing home insurance claims, rates relief, temporary accommodation assistance, and wider financial and mental health support.
Recognising emergency flood volunteers
Auckland Council has provided funding to McLaren Park Henderson South (MPHS) Community Trust for a community event to recognise volunteers who worked tirelessly during the early 2023 flooding events.
Auckland Transport flood recovery - one year on
Auckland Transport (AT) continues to work through a flood repair programme to resolve more than 2000 issues reported across the region.
Recovering from Auckland’s devastating floods
A year on from the Auckland Anniversary floods, recovery is in full swing and 2024 will be another busy year
Update on Financial Support for Displaced Homeowners
The Government has extended financial support to more New Zealanders.
Partner Navigators connecting communities with support
The Tāmaki Makaurau Recovery Office welcomes new Partner Navigators next week to boost support for under-served communities affected by severe weather events in 2023.
Homeowners guide to preparing for flooding
Auckland Council has created a new guide to help homeowners make their property more flood resilient and reduce damage in future severe weather events.
Funding for storm-impacted communities to mark anniversary
Auckland Council is funding 30+ storm-affected communities to implement activities that enable people to connect, heal and build resilience one year after severe weather events devastated the region.
Auckland's first property buyouts to be settled
Auckland Council is completing the purchase of four storm-affected properties ahead of Christmas, the first high-risk homes to be acquired in Auckland following the devastating storms early this year.
Watch the webinar recording: Support for storm-affected homes
The Tāmaki Makaurau Recovery Office hosted a webinar, ‘Support for storm-affected homes’ on Monday 18 December to share information about funding schemes and assistance for storm-damaged properties.
