Spring into Emergency Preparation

Can you survive the 72-hour challenge?

This winter we've been inspired by our Olympic champions to think - what does it take to come out on top during an emergency?

In Aotearoa New Zealand, where the earth likes to shake things up and the weather loves to keep us on our toes, being prepared can make all the difference.

This winter and spring we’re highlighting the importance of being able to survive the first 72 hours on your own if the worst happens.

One essential every family should have ready to grab is a bag full of items to help you survive in an emergency.

Your Grab Bag isn’t just a bag—it’s your emergency sidekick, your “Survival Swag,” ready to jump into action when the unexpected hits.

Packed with essentials to keep you and your whānau safe for at least 72 hours, it’s like having peace of mind in a bag.

Have you got one? Now’s a good time to train like an athlete and prepare like a pro for emergencies and get your Grab Bag into tip top shape.

Kia takatū, kia mataara!

Every champion benefits from good coaching, so we've compiled some great tips and info to help you get started!

Step One:

Take our quick quiz to see how prepared you are for an emergency and go in the draw to win a Survive-It backpack filled with emergency essentials!

Start the Quiz

Step Two:

Check out the tabs below for great tips on what to include in your Grab Bag and sign up to our free Antenno app - the best way to get our emergency alerts, notifications and updates direct to your mobile phone.

Step Three:

Complete this online survey from Waikato Civil Defence - they want to know what's most important to you and your whānau before, during and after an emergency event, so they can target their group plan accordingly.

By sharing your views, you’ll help set our region’s emergency management priorities and make sure we’re all better prepared.

Take the Survey