People gathered outside a Community Emergency Hub ready to assist their community. Two people are walking towards the hub pushing a wheelbarrow and carrying a spade. There is a person greeting them and pointing towards the hub who is wearing a yellow lany

Takatū ana te hapori Community Ready

In a disaster such as a big earthquake, there is likely to be widespread damage to power lines, water pipes, buildings, roads, and phone networks. Emergency services will be dealing with the most urgent matters, so the people you live nearest to will be your most immediate, and ongoing, source of support.

Get community ready with our tips and resources below:

Community Response

During disasters, councils and emergency services aren't the only ones responding. Everyone will have to pitch in and help each other.

Community Emergency Hubs

A Community Emergency Hub is a place where you and your neighbours can go to help each other in a major emergency.

Get to know your neighbours

Your neighbours are your first source of support in an emergency, and it’s important to get to know them.

Get Involved

Community members and volunteer organisations play a vital role in the preparation for, response, and recovery from an emergency.