Context: Facilitated the distribution of a $50 million (NZD) interim support package to businesses affected by Cyclone Gabrielle.
Actions:
- Utilised data from StatsNZ and LINZ to identify businesses in severely impacted areas, including Gisborne, Hawke’s Bay, and Tararua.
- Conducted pulse surveys with 722 respondents to assess both immediate and future needs.
- Analysed survey insights and shared findings with relevant government agencies to address urgent financial and infrastructure needs, as well as long-term supply chain and staffing concerns.
Outcomes: Effectively identified businesses requiring support and ensured they received timely relief. Provided valuable insights to government agencies to guide further assistance and address both short-term and long-term challenges.
