You may be eligible if you’re claiming for a Local Government Area that has been declared for this disaster.
NZ DRP is not for minor damage or inconvenience. Its purpose is to help you with the immediate costs if one or more of the following apply:
- the disaster caused major damage to your home or a major asset or assets that you own at your home
- you were seriously injured
- you’re the immediate family member of an Australian citizen or resident who died or is missing.
If you’re an Australian resident or meet other residence rules, you may be eligible for Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment.
A disaster can have a physical and emotional impact on you and your family, additional help is available.