EPOD

05/05/2025

Introducing the FIRST72 Starlink Mini Rapid Deployment Kit.

A purpose-built emergency communications solution for response teams, community hubs, and remote areas across Aotearoa.

✔️ Compact Starlink Mini with integrated modem
✔️ FIRST72 3D-printed battery adaptor
✔️ Dual Milwaukee batteries for up to 10 hours runtime
✔️ Rapid charger recharges in under 20 minutes
✔️ No ongoing subscription until deployment
✔️ Mobile-friendly with optional vehicle power adapter

The NZ Police recently purchased 8 of these kits for their response teams as a reliable emergency communications capability, and we’ve also deployed several kits to isolated marae and community hubs across the North Island.

View full specs and purchase options here:
👉 https://www.first72.org.nz/product/starlink-mini-with-3d-printed-milwaukee-battery-pack-off-grid/

To discuss custom configurations or bulk orders, get in touch

30/04/2025

West Coast Emergency Management Group (WCEM) is strengthening their resilience with three new EPOD emergency containers.

In partnership with FIRST72 and EPOD, this project focuses on providing alternate Emergency Coordination Centres (ECCs) and Emergency Operations Centres (EOCs) for high-risk areas across the region.

Funded through the NEMA 2024/25 CDEM Resilience Fund, this project is the first time our EPODs have received direct funding from NEMA at a national level.

The three new EPODs will be deployed in Buller District (x2) and Westland District (x1).

This project builds on the three existing EPODs deployed to the West Coast last year through Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu

Read the full story here:
https://www.first72.org.nz/project/west-coast-strengthens-emergency-coordination-with-new-epods-funded-by-nema/

If you’re interested in learning about how EPODs could support your region or community, contact us today.

11/04/2025

07/08/2024

🚀 We Are Live! 🚀

We are excited to announce the launch of our brand new EPOD website!

EPOD is here to enhance emergency preparedness and resilience for communities, businesses, and individuals across Aotearoa New Zealand.

Our new site offers comprehensive resources, innovative products, and expert guidance to help you prepare for emergencies and disasters.

🔗 Explore our site to discover how EPOD can make a difference for you.

www.first72.org.nz/epod

Link in bio.

04/07/2024

EPOD stands with the Wairoa community during this challenging time. We're incredibly moved by the outpouring of support from people, communities, and organizations. Financial contributions are crucial in helping Wairoa recover from the June 26 flooding. Every donation, big or small, makes a difference.
🫶🏾 Givealittle page
🫶🏾 Wairoa Mayoral Relief Fund: Account number is 03-0785-0070470-00 using the reference “JUNE FLOOD”
All funds will be managed by the Wairoa District Council to ensure they reach those most in need.
Ngā mihi nui to everyone who has already contributed. Let's continue to support our whānau in Wairoa and help them rebuild stronger. "

A heart felt thank you to those people, communities and organisations who have reached out offering donations to support our whānau impacted by the June 26 flooding event.

𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝗪𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗮 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴. 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗱𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘃𝗶𝗮 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗹𝘀 👇🏽

🫶🏾 Givealittle page https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/impacted-residents-of-wairoa-flooding
🫶🏾 Wairoa Mayoral Relief Fund: Account number is 03-0785-0070470-00 using the reference “JUNE FLOOD”

All funding will be managed through the Wairoa District Council. At this stage while we have identified many needs, full assessments are still being carried out to ensure these donations are helping our flood-impacted community in the best possible way.

Ngā mihi nui

02/07/2024

Another two EPODs this week for the South Island.

26/06/2024

Kia ora everyone,

EPOD are sending thoughts to those affected by the latest weather event over the last 24 hours.

Stay safe, Hawke’s Bay-Tairāwhiti ♥️

24/06/2024

Meet Kieran, our Operations Coordinator at EPOD.

With a background in education, Kieran has transitioned from the classroom to field operations, driven by a deep commitment to enhancing safety for all New Zealanders during times of crisis. Originally from Hawkes Bay, Kieran experienced firsthand the devastation caused by Cyclone Gabrielle in 2023, which underscored the critical need for emergency preparedness.

Motivated by this experience, he redirected his career path to join EPOD, where he is dedicated to ensuring readiness and resilience.