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flag NZ councils seek more government funding for disaster resilience.

flag New Zealand councils are seeking increased government funding for disaster resilience, arguing that local taxpayers cannot shoulder the growing costs of frequent storms and floods. flag With billions in property at risk, officials emphasize that investing in preparedness saves future recovery costs and are calling for long-term co-funding agreements. flag The government has acknowledged the crisis and is working on adaptation planning and a national flood map to address the rising threat.

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