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Recent stories

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9 December 2020

Whakaari/White Island: One year on

Like the rest of the world, Nicky van Praagh found out about the Whakaari/White Island eruption while watching the news. A few days later, she would be a part of New Zealand Red Cross response to the unprecedented emergency. A year on, she reflects on her experience.

Kere - Napier flood response - with DWST

7 December 2020

Napier flood: Looking out for each other

Kere and her children had just moved into their house when the wild weather hit Napier in November 2020. Situated at the top of Bluff Hill, they were relatively safe from the threats of flooding – but this did not leave them any less vulnerable to the heavy downpour’s impact. Fortunately, they were surrounded by good and ready neighbours.

3 December 2020

2011 Canterbury Earthquake 10-year Anniversary Survey: Understanding the Recovery Journey

As we approach the 10-year anniversary of the 2011 February Canterbury earthquake, New Zealand Red Cross is inviting current and former Greater Christchurch residents (which includes Christchurch City, Waimakariri and Selwyn) to participate in a survey aimed at better understanding their recovery.

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