The bank also releases an update on its branch and ATM network
ANZ Bank New Zealand will donate $3 million to help the communities recover from the devastation brought by Cyclone Gabrielle.
“Right now, there are communities that need our support as they deal with the overwhelming devastation they are facing to their homes, properties, and businesses,” ANZ NZ CEO Antonia Watson said. “In the coming weeks and months, we’ll have a clearer picture of the scale of the destruction and what further support is needed. We’ll work with those communities to ensure funding and support gets to where it is needed most.”
ANZ NZ said it is also working with a number of partner organisations to further support the initial response and recovery effort. The bank pledged to donate:
- $1m to support businesses and communities through local relief funds and Iwi organisations in affected regions
- $1m to support horticulture and agriculture sector groups
- $1m to the New Zealand Red Cross Disaster Fund through a special fundraising event with NZ Cricket
The special fundraising cricket match will raise money for the New Zealand Red Cross Disaster Fund. The match will feature BLACKCAPS vs Sri Lanka and will be held on March 25 at Eden Park.
In addition to the $1m donation pledged by ANZ at the match, the bank is also encouraging the public to donate further on the day.
Watson said ongoing support would be required in the form of donations, funding, and finance initiatives to deal with the impacts of the cyclone.
“Once we get through the immediate crisis, central and local government, along with the business community, Iwi and civil society, will need to thoughtfully respond to this huge challenge,” she said. “One of the big tasks will be the need to be innovative in how the nation funds the recovery and rebuild.”
This latest donation from ANZ adds to the financial support already available to cyclone victims. Visit the ANZ website for more up to date information.
ANZ has also released an update on its branch and ATM network.
To help with urgent transactions, these ANZ branches are open on the following schedules:
- Hastings, Waipukurau, and Dannevirke – standard days with reduced hours, 9.30am – 12pm
- Napier – Monday to Friday 1.30 – 4pm
- Gisborne– Monday to Friday 9.30 – 12pm
Opening days and times may change, however, depending on the situation on the ground.
Most ANZ ATMs in Hawkes Bay are now up and running. Some ANZ ATMs in Gisborne are now working as well. The bank said it is working to get all others online as soon as possible.
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