North Island weather event - Government support

If your business has been significantly impacted by the North Island severe weather events in 2023, you may qualify for the Government loan guarantee scheme we're offering.

Government guaranteed loan

The Government is providing support for businesses impacted by the 2023 severe weather events in the North Island. We're participating, along with other banks, in this scheme by offering the Government guaranteed loan. Find out more about this scheme on the Treasury website.

How it works

  • Purpose of the loan

    The Government loan guarantee is intended to assist businesses highly impacted by the North Island weather events year.

  • Location of your business

    Your business needs to be located (in whole or in part) in Northland, Auckland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Tairawhiti, Hawkes Bay, Tararua, or Wairarapa.

  • Impact to your business

    You'll need to be able to provide information and supporting evidence on how your business has been impacted e.g. a decrease in cashflow, revenue or asset value as a result of these events.

  • Repaying your loan

    If your loan is approved, it will be repayable over a five year term (maximum).

  • Eligibility

    You'll need to be a Kiwibank customer and meet the criteria outlined in the Government loan guarantee scheme application form. You'll only be able to apply for a guaranteed loan with one bank.

How to apply

If you think your business may be eligible and you’d like to apply:

We’ll then get in touch with you to discuss how we may be able to support you.

If your business is a local authority, a council-controlled organisation or a council organisation you won't be eligible.

Standard Kiwibank Lending Terms & Conditions apply.