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Government Invests $97M in 32 Flood Resilience Projects Across New Zealand

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The Government is investing $97 million in 32 flood resilience projects across New Zealand, protecting 30,000 homes and 350,000 hectares of land. The focus is on equipping regions to bounce back from storms, with 22 projects in the South Island addressing the urgent need for infrastructure resilience. These investments aim to protect 100,000 residents in flood-prone areas and bring the total RIF commitment to nearly $200 million since August 2024, with a significant impact on preventing damages and supporting local communities.

Tags: Shane Jones Government New Zealand flood resilience projects Regional Development Minister infrastructure Regional Infrastructure Fund South Island Tasman flooding