Tō Wāhi Pātata Your Local
Emergencies caused by many things can have a big impact on local communities. By preparing ahead of time, we can face challenges together and recover even stronger.
Whether through local leadership, finding safe places during an emergency, or getting involved as a volunteer, we all have a role to play in making our communities stronger and more prepared.
Explore the sections below to learn more about how you can help your community before, during and after an emergency.
Local Boards
Discover how your Local Board works with Civil Defence and emergency management in your community.
Communities and emergencies
Find out about the role of communities in emergency response and how your community can get ready.
Civil Defence Centres Map
Places where you can go for help during emergencies. Use our interactive map to find the centre nearest to you so you're prepared in an emergency.
Volunteering
A key part in our emergency response efforts, learn how you can get involved to keep Auckland safe.