The Government has announced a $50 million support package to provide immediate relief for businesses hit by Cyclone Gabrielle.
Finance Minister Grant Robertson says the money will start to be distributed this week and is intended to help businesses meet immediate costs and further assist with clean-up.
Susie speaks with Hawkes Bay fruit grower Paul Paynter from Yummy Fruit and Federated Farmers President Andrew Hoggard for their reaction.
Esk Valley on 20 February following Cyclone Gabrielle. Photo: RNZ/ Nick Monro
