New Zealand's government extends drought support to Canterbury and Otago regions.

New Zealand's Government extends drought support to Canterbury and Otago regions, following the existing medium-scale adverse event classification for Marlborough, Nelson, and Tasman districts. This decision aims to unlock additional support for farmers and growers, including tax relief and Rural Assistance Payments, due to the ongoing dry spell. The classification also allows the Ministry of Social Development to consider further assistance to affected regions.