The depth and type of earthquake meant it was felt widely but caused only light damage and disruption.

You can read about the earthquake on the Geonet website.

Making urgent repairs

If your home has been damaged, you might need to do some things to make it safe, sanitary, secure or weathertight. These are called urgent or ‘emergency’ repairs. You should only make urgent repairs if it’s safe to do so.
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Make a claim

We cover earthquake damage to residential property – homes, land and contents. Find out about our cover and how to make a claim.
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Identifying damage

If you’re not sure where to look for damage, here are some key areas that you can check.
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Independent Support Agencies

Check with your local council or independent agencies about support services in your community.
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