He kōrero mō ngā rōpū whakarite hapori About community readiness groups (CRGs)

Community readiness groups (CRGs) are teams of local volunteers and residents who work together to prepare and support their communities before, during and after an emergency event.

Our CRGs meet regularly to train and prepare for an emergency. They use advice from Auckland Emergency Management and the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board Emergency Readiness and Response Plan to help our communities get connected, get ready and be prepared in the event of a local emergency.

CRGs:

• help prepare communities for emergency events
• work closely with Auckland Emergency Management
• help increase awareness of local risks and hazards
• help support vulnerable people during and after an emergency
• can provide community emergency hubs when needed
• provide important updates to Auckland Emergency Management about emergency situations in their area.

We need more volunteers to join our CRGs. Emergency services can get overwhelmed during major events. Volunteers can make a big impact when they work together to protect the safety and wellbeing of our communities.

Get involved

Contact your nearest CRG if you want to help your community prepare for an emergency and offer support during and after an emergency.

To volunteer for a CRG:

• find a CRG on the 'Find a community readiness group' page
• learn about the groups in your area and select the one you want to join
• contact the group you are interested in on their Facebook page for more information or to register to volunteer.

Emergency readiness and response plan documents

The Hibiscus and Bays Local Board Emergency Readiness and Response Plan provides information and advice about:

• local hazards
• how to prepare for emergencies
• what to do during an emergency.