Toka Tū Ake EQC has adopted a new name to better represent the role our scheme plays in supporting New Zealanders.
Our new name reflects the whakapapa of our nation. Our land is constantly changing from earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, landslips and floods. Communities have lived alongside those perils for hundreds of years, and Māori have always believed the relationship and connection of people to land and nature is inseparable.
Natural hazards where you live
New Zealanders have a strong connection to the beautiful land we live in, but we also know it can be volatile.
It’s a good idea to understand the natural hazards that could impact your community, and how you can reduce the risk of damage to your whānau and property.
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Make an EQCover claim through your insurer
We've partnered with private insurers to simplify the claims process for our customers.
About EQCover
You automatically have EQCover for your home and land if you have a current home insurance policy that includes fire insurance (and most do).
What you're covered for
EQCover provides home insurance for damage from many different natural hazard types, not just earthquakes.
Make your home safer for you
Find out what you can do to make your home safer for you, your family or flatmates.
Internationally acclaimed architect and researcher Professor Anthony Hoete has returned from a successful career in London to work with communities here to revive ancient Māori construction techniques.
Toka Tū Ake EQC has supported GNS Science in combining hundreds of years of tsunami data and information into a public resource that will increase awareness of New Zealand's tsunami risk, provide evidence to inform better land-use planning, and promote further research.
New Zealanders can once again practice their Drop, Cover and Hold skills as part of the 10th anniversary of New Zealand ShakeOut drill on 27 October 2022.
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