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We respond to disasters all around Aotearoa and internationally- join us to support others affected by disasters.

Disaster response teams

Find out about their responsibilities, training and how you could join them.

Donating during emergencies

To make a lasting difference in communities, we ask people to donate money instead of goods. Here's why.

Recent stories

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21 June 2021

Red Cross responds to weather events across the North Island

New Zealand Red Cross’ disaster response team members have been supporting people affected by the tornado which hit South Auckland on Saturday 19 June, while volunteers across the North Island are on stand ready to assist people affected by the wild weather.

1 April 2021

"I wish I was more prepared"

Many people in Edgecumbe were unprepared when, on 6 April 2017, the Rangitaiki River breached a stopbank, which caused widespread flooding across the whole town. One of these residents was Vicky Richards, who lost her home that day.

24 February 2021

"I didn’t realise how much I loved helping people"

“It was satisfying. I didn’t realise how much I loved helping people until I got an opportunity to do so much of it. The sheer amount of thank you letters from people who the money had helped was overwhelming,” recalls New Zealand Red Cross disaster response volunteer, Sonia Fitchett, as she reflects on her role during the Christchurch earthquake 10 years on.

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