New Zealand plans to enhance its emergency management system over five years based on North Island findings.

New Zealand's government plans to enhance its emergency management system over the next five years, responding to findings from the North Island Severe Weather Events Inquiry. Emergency Management Minister Mark Mitchell announced a roadmap focusing on a whole-of-society approach, local government support, workforce professionalization, inter-agency cooperation, and strategic investment. A new Emergency Management Bill will be introduced, with further details expected early next year.