Emergencies

If there's been an emergency event, we may be able to help, even if you're not on a benefit.

COVID-19 (novel coronavirus)

If you've been affected by COVID-19, we may be able to help.

Drought assistance

Support may be available to farmers and growers affected by droughts in the North Island, parts of the South Island and the Chatham Islands.

Farmers affected by adverse events

You're a farmer and have been affected by a localised, medium or large-scale event, eg flood or drought.

Civil Defence emergencies

A Civil Defence emergency has been declared and you and your family have been affected, eg, earthquake or flood.

Christchurch tragedy

If you've been affected by the Christchurch tragedy, or need to travel there because of it, we may be able to help - even if you're not on a benefit.

Mycoplasma bovis biosecurity outbreak

Ways you can get help if you're affected by the Mycoplasma bovis biosecurity outbreak.