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A toolkit shaped by kōrero
On 20 August, representatives from marae, mana whenua, councils, and partner agencies gathered at Hongoeka Marae to celebrate the launch of the Marae Emergency Planning Toolkit.
What began as conversations over cups of tea evolved into workshops, co-design sessions, countless drafts and, ultimately, a practical toolkit to support marae emergency preparedness. The result reflects the collective effort of marae, mana whenua, councils, emergency management practitioners and partner agencies working together toward a shared goal.
The launch was...
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What began as conversations over cups of tea evolved into workshops, co-design sessions, countless drafts and, ultimately, a practical toolkit to support marae emergency preparedness. The result reflects the collective effort of marae, mana whenua, councils, emergency management practitioners and partner agencies working together toward a shared goal.
The launch was...
Sharpening skills for when it counts
A group of current and emerging NZ Response Team leaders came together in Upper Hutt from 31 July to 2 August for the NZRT Leadership...
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New regional plan strengthens Wellington’s ability to manage longer, more complex emergencies
Mayor Anita Baker, Chair, Wellington Region CDEM Group Joint Committee. Credit: Greater Wellington Regional Council.
The Wellington Region Civil Defence Emergency Management (CDEM) Group Plan 2026–2031...
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The Wellington Region Civil Defence Emergency Management (CDEM) Group Plan 2026–2031...
Disabled people are shaping emergency preparedness
What does it really take to be prepared for an emergency as a disabled person? It's a question driving a new workshop by WREMO, in partnership with Whaikaha | Ministry...
A toolkit shaped by kōrero
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On 20 August, representatives from marae, mana whenua, councils, and partner agencies gathered at Hongoeka Marae to celebrate the launch of the Marae Emergency Planning Toolkit.
What began as conversations over...
What began as conversations over...
24 Aug 2026
Sharpening skills for when it counts
A group of current and emerging NZ Response Team leaders came together in Upper Hutt from 31 July to 2 August for the NZRT Leadership Course, delivered by the Wellington...
10 Aug 2026
Be ready to throw, grab and go!
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Our new cornhole game was a huge hit at the Te Papa Tectonic Trail, with plenty of friendly competition and great conversations about emergency preparedness.
CRR advisor, Vania Szymkowiak .Image credit:...
CRR advisor, Vania Szymkowiak .Image credit:...
1 Aug 2026
Kaumātua resilience on the Kāpiti Coast
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A recent resilience session on the Kāpiti Coast brought together kaumātua from the local Toi Ora Kaumātua group together for a discussion on emergency preparedness.
Toi Ora Kaumātua Group by Hora...
Toi Ora Kaumātua Group by Hora...
1 Aug 2026
Get together – get through!
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Community Map – Wellington South, April 2026
Wellington South has always been a place of manaakitanga – where community comes first and people do things their own way. On April 20,...
Wellington South has always been a place of manaakitanga – where community comes first and people do things their own way. On April 20,...
1 Aug 2026
Connected communities
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Mangatārere Response Planning, February 2026
Across the region, communities have responded quickly and generously to significant severe weather events impacting our communities. Some Community Emergency Hubs opened their doors in case...
Across the region, communities have responded quickly and generously to significant severe weather events impacting our communities. Some Community Emergency Hubs opened their doors in case...
1 Aug 2026
New regional plan strengthens Wellington’s ability to manage longer, more complex emergencies
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Mayor Anita Baker, Chair, Wellington Region CDEM Group Joint Committee. Credit: Greater Wellington Regional Council.
The Wellington Region Civil Defence Emergency Management (CDEM) Group Plan 2026–2031 takes effect from today, setting...
The Wellington Region Civil Defence Emergency Management (CDEM) Group Plan 2026–2031 takes effect from today, setting...
1 Jul 2026
June 2026 Newsletter
Mānawatia ā Matariki mā Puanga ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨
As we reflect on the past year and look ahead, Matariki reminds us of the strength that comes from working together. This year has been...
As we reflect on the past year and look ahead, Matariki reminds us of the strength that comes from working together. This year has been...
30 Jun 2026
Severe weather update – 26 June
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7am UPDATE 27 JUNE
MetService has lifted all severe weather warnings for the Wellington region.
However, there is still rain and strong winds predicted for much of the region today.
Please take care...
MetService has lifted all severe weather warnings for the Wellington region.
However, there is still rain and strong winds predicted for much of the region today.
Please take care...
26 Jun 2026
March 2026 Newsletter
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Happy Pride Month Te Ūpoko o Te Ika a Māui!
In emergency preparedness, inclusion matters. People rely on different support networks, including chosen whānau, friends, and community groups, so taking the...
In emergency preparedness, inclusion matters. People rely on different support networks, including chosen whānau, friends, and community groups, so taking the...
31 Mar 2026
December 2025 Newsletter
Kia ora - Ngā mihi o Hine Raumati ☀️
As the year winds down and holiday plans ramp up, it’s a great time to focus on what makes our community strong:...
As the year winds down and holiday plans ramp up, it’s a great time to focus on what makes our community strong:...
22 Dec 2025
September 2025 Newsletter
Kia ora,
Spring has officially landed! The kōwhai are blooming, the days are stretching longer, and there's a hint of warmth in the air. Spring is here!
Don’t forget, your clocks go forward...
Spring has officially landed! The kōwhai are blooming, the days are stretching longer, and there's a hint of warmth in the air. Spring is here!
Don’t forget, your clocks go forward...
29 Sept 2025
June 2025 Newsletter
Kia ora,
WREMO has had a busy few months wrapping up the final workshops and community engagements, alongside leading a major emergency management exercise across the region’s nine councils.
We've also seen...
27 Jun 2025
February 2025 Newsletter
Kia ora,
A happy new year to you all, we hope you and your family have had time to have a break and are now getting into swing of what 2025...
A happy new year to you all, we hope you and your family have had time to have a break and are now getting into swing of what 2025...
25 Feb 2025
December 2024 Newsletter
Kia ora!
Summer has officially landed! The warm weather and long days are allowing us to throw open the windows and doors and let that fresh air in!
...
Summer has officially landed! The warm weather and long days are allowing us to throw open the windows and doors and let that fresh air in!
...
13 Dec 2024
Wellington Region Conducts Emergency Exercise for Alpine Fault Earthquake Scenario
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Wellington Region Conducts Emergency Exercise for Alpine Fault Earthquake Scenario
Over 500 staff from partner agencies and the Wellington region’s nine councils participated in Exercise Rū Whenua a Rohe this week...
Over 500 staff from partner agencies and the Wellington region’s nine councils participated in Exercise Rū Whenua a Rohe this week...
8 Nov 2024
Exercise Poseidon: North Island New Zealand Response Teams Practice for a Wellington Earthquake
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For the first time in over 20 years, New Zealand Response Teams (NZRTs) from across the North Island will come together in Wellington to test their ability to respond to...
30 Sept 2024
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