Mayoral Disaster Relief Fund

One-off assistance of up to $2,000 for individuals and whānau, or $5,000 for small businesses, affected by 2026 flooding and storm damage across the Waipā district — also open to marae and community organisations.

Closes

Open now, tied to the 2026 flooding and storm event — no closing date published

Who can apply

Read on the council's page, quoted verbatim: to help "Waipā residents, ratepayers, individuals, whānau/family, small businesses, community organisations, volunteer groups and marae affected by recent flooding and storm damage across the district," as "one-off assistance in extraordinary circumstances where genuine financial need can be demonstrated."

Amount

Up to $2,000 for individuals and whānau, up to $5,000 per business

Funding route

Grant

Applicants

Individuals & whānau, Businesses & land trusts, Marae & hapū, Community groups

Before you apply

A last resort once other support (WINZ, the Natural Hazards Commission, insurance) has been explored — won't cover insured losses, general maintenance, or long-term infrastructure costs. Tied to a specific 2026 event, so may close or be superseded without notice.

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Checked 16 September 2026

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