Civil Defence in Hurunui
Civil Defence and Emergency Management Responsibilities
Civil Defence in the Hurunui District
Civil Defence plays a vital co-ordinating role during emergencies and disasters, helping to bring together people, resources, and services when they are needed most. Our top priority is the safety and wellbeing of everyone in the Hurunui District.
We work to build resilience by connecting communities and organisations to prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergency events.
Emergency Operations and Community Response
The Hurunui District Council operates one Emergency Operations Centre (EOC), based in Amberley and staffed by trained Council personnel. In addition, Sector Posts are established in key townships across the district and are managed by local Community Emergency Response Teams (CERTs). These are located in:
- Cheviot
- Hanmer Springs
- Culverden
- Amberley
- Waipara
- Greta Valley
- Waiau
- Mt. Lyford
- Hawarden
Sector Posts are typically based in community facilities and may also function as welfare centres during an emergency.
Need Help During an Emergency?
📞 In the event of an emergency where life or property is at immediate risk, always dial 111 for emergency services.
For information both inside and outside of emergency situations
📞 Call: 03 314 8816
📧 Email: allan.grigg@hurunui.govt.nz
Emergency Management Officer – Hurunui District Council
Red Cross Support During Emergencies
The New Zealand Red Cross has a formal agreement (Memorandum of Understanding) with the Canterbury Civil Defence Emergency Management Group (CDEM Group) to provide support during emergency situations. As a member of the Canterbury CDEM Group, Hurunui District Council can request Red Cross assistance during local emergencies, as outlined in this agreement.
Red Cross support typically includes helping the local Civil Defence Welfare Unit, particularly with registration processes for people who have been evacuated, displaced, or who require welfare services.
While local volunteers may still be needed to carry out registration tasks, Red Cross personnel will assist and supplement these efforts whenever possible.
