Monday 26 December 2026
Our Civil Defence team is receiving very kind offers to donate to those affected by the severe weather event impacting communities on the East Cape.
We appreciate all your support, any donations are gratefully accepted and can be made to the Disaster Relief Trust account.
The Disaster Relief Trust is a registered charity and every donation made will be tax deductible - this is being run by Council.
The Trust exists provide financial and any other relief or assistance to meet the welfare and other needs of people who have suffered damage or loss following a disaster.
Donations can be made to the Disaster Relief Trust
- Account Name: Gisborne District Council
- Account: 03 0638 0502288 00
- For overseas payments - SWIFT code: WPACNZ2W
- Reference: Donation - Jan 26 CD Emergency
The funds will be distributed to those impacted by this weather event and meet the criteria. We’ll make details for applications available soon.
Anyone who needs immediate welfare assistance or support can contact our Welfare team on 0800 653 800.