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01/09/2026

01/09/2026

🌱 Spring has come to Waitaha Canterbury... at least according to the calendar!

While the days are getting longer, winter weather can still catch us by surprise. Cold snaps, strong winds, heavy rain, and power outages are all still possible in the weeks ahead.

Take a few minutes today to:

🔋 Charge devices and check backup power options
🏠 Restock emergency supplies at home
📋 Refresh your household emergency plan
🌦️ Keep an eye on weather forecasts and warnings

Small steps make everyday disruptions a little easier to manage.

More steps to making a household emergency plan are available here: https://www.cdemcanterbury.govt.nz/home-ready

08/06/2026

The Government has introduced an Emergency Management Bill to replace the Civil Defence Emergency Management Act 2002. Learn more about the Bill.

01/03/2026

We invite you to a Christchurch City Council Civil Defence Emergency Management Team information session:

Earthquakes and the Alpine Fault
Tuesday 10 March, 7pm
Cashmere Presbyterian Church, 2 Macmillan Avenue

This one hour presentation will include key information about earthquake origins, impact and response, including the Alpine Fault Af8 programme. There will be time for questions.

17/02/2026

A Local State of Emergency has today been declared for Banks Peninsula.

26/01/2026

Landslides can happen quickly, and without warning, even after the heavy rain has passed.

Please stay vigilant and watch for the natural warning signs, as you'll need to act quickly if you see them:
- Small slips, rock falls, and sinking land, at the bottom of slopes.
- Sticking doors and window frames, which may mean the land is slowly moving under the building.
- Gaps where window frames are not fitting properly.
- Steps, decks, and verandas, moving or tilting away from the rest of the building.
- New cracks or bulges on the ground, road, footpath, retaining walls and other hard surfaces.
- Tilting trees, retaining walls, or fences.

Get out of the path of the landslide quickly. Evacuate if the building you are in is in danger.

Find out what to do before, during and after a landslide at getready.govt.nz/landslides

06/12/2025

Connection is just a knock away! There's plenty of ways to connect with your neighbours this month, but we can make it even easier with Neighbourhood Support's 3 Ways to Connect!

- Introduce yourself and start a conversation with your neighbours.

- Organize a community event, like a BBQ or game night, to bring everyone together.

- Check in on your neighbours, especially the elderly or those who may be isolated, and offer your support

Let's build a stronger, more supportive community, one connection at a time!