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The government is boosting support for farmers impacted by the ongoing drought in North Canterbury, Rural Communities Minister Mark Patterson announced on the 14th August 2024.

 The funds were donated by customers over the past year, including funds donated specifically for cyclone and weather event relief.

Biosecurity New Zealand want your help to stop its spread.

Find out what you can do, and get up-to-date information on the situation.

It's important to know the different ways you can stay informed during an emergency. 

We know it’s incredibly tough right now with large parts of the country currently farming through drought conditions and feed shortages.

Several new ‘Checking-in’ events to support North Island rural communities impacted by last year’s adverse weather events have been announced for 2024.