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New Emergency Mobile Alert map "another step forward"
A new map will allow anyone in New Zealand to see any live Emergency Mobile Alerts, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) says.
Nine questions answered ahead of our 9th Emergency Mobile Alert test
New Zealand’s Emergency Mobile Alert (EMA) system has been keeping people across New Zealand safe for nearly nine years - and on Sunday evening between 6pm and 7pm, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) will be undertaking the ninth nationwide test of the system.
NEMA Emergency Mobile Alert test "not just a meme" despite accidental 6-7 reference
The National Emergency Management Agency has expressed dismay that its annual Emergency Mobile Alert (EMA) test - which will take place on 14 June from 6-7pm - has inadvertently reawakened a meme which many hoped was waning in popularity.
Select committee reports-back on Emergency Management Bill
The select committee process for the Emergency Management Bill (No 2) has concluded, with the Governance and Administration Committee reporting the Bill back to the House on 5 June 2026.
New investment to deliver modern technology systems for the emergency management sector
Funding through Budget 2026 will support the National Emergency Management Agency to deliver modern operational technology systems for the emergency management sector.
Notice of Proposed Emergency Management Rule
The proposed Emergency Management Rule 1: Forms for Declarations of States of Emergency and Transition Periods is now available for public comment.
Get ready for Cyclone Vaianu now - before it arrives
More severe weather is moving towards Aotearoa New Zealand and people should take steps to get ready now, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) says.
Tsunami warnings when you need them, where you need them: NEMA and MetService join forces
When a tsunami could be on the way, warnings need to reach as many people as possible. A new initiative from the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and MetService will ensure more New Zealanders are informed the moment a warning is issued.
Celebrating women at NEMA for International Women's Day
Yesterday was International Women's Day. We want to celebrate some of the amazing women in emergency management.