New Zealand government announces billion-dollar cyclone and flood recovery fund
by Staff and agencies from World news | The Guardian on (#6BQJJ)
Record-breaking rainfall hit Auckland in January, only to be followed by Cyclone Gabrielle ravaging the North Island in February
The New Zealand government is allocating NZ$1.1bn to help communities recover from Cyclone Gabrielle and flooding.
The funds from the 2023 budget are to cover basics" of rebuilding roads, rail and schools, as well as flood protection, the government announced on Sunday.
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