Good and Ready :
Disaster & Emergency
Preparedness Workshops
Co-hosted by Lakes Multicultural Collective, NZ Red Cross, and QLDC Welcoming Communities
Emergencies can happen anytime…
… Earthquakes, floods, storms, or prolonged power outages. Being prepared means you and your loved ones can respond quickly, confidently, and safely when it matters most.
Our Good and Ready workshops are free, practical, and interactive — designed especially for the diverse communities in the Queenstown Lakes region. You’ll leave with the knowledge, skills, and resources to prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies.
These sessions are delivered by NZ Red Cross and supported by QLDC Welcoming Communities. No prior experience or knowledge is needed — just come along, bring your questions, and learn in a friendly, supportive environment.
About Good & Ready
The Good and Ready programme, created by NZ Red Cross, helps households and communities across Aotearoa build resilience before disasters strike.
Using practical, easy-to-follow steps, it empowers people to make plans, prepare supplies, and strengthen connections with neighbours — so we can look out for each other in times of need.
Why You Should Attend:
Learn why emergency preparedness matters for you and your community
Understand local hazards and risks in the Queenstown Lakes area
Create a household or community plan to help keep everyone safe
Take home resources and templates you can use straight away
Enjoy light refreshments while connecting with others in your community
Be part of an ongoing conversation about community resilience
Learn more about the national programme here: NZ Red Cross Good and Ready
Curious About “WHY”
We’re Doing This?
At Lakes Multicultural Collective, our mission is to support newcomers, migrants, ethnic, and Pacific communities in not just living here—but truly thriving in the Queenstown Lakes District.
As part of our Settlement Services Plan, we offer a series of Integration Services and Workshops designed to equip our diverse community with practical tools, local know-how, and meaningful connections. These resources are about building confidence, not just surviving—but flourishing.
Emergencies don’t wait for us to feel settled. That’s why these Good and Ready Disaster & Emergency Preparedness Workshops are so important. Presented in partnership with NZ Red Cross and QLDC Welcoming Communities, these free, interactive sessions are all about giving our communities the knowledge and confidence to prepare for, respond to, and recover from unexpected crises.
Through this work, we are:
Ensuring access to vital, culturally safe preparedness information.
Building resilience across households and our broader community.
Making sure all voices are included in our collective safety and wellbeing.
Fostering strong networks of support—because when we’re prepared, we care for one another better.
How to Join?
All Good and Ready Emergency Preparedness workshops are free and open to everyone — adults & children, too!
However, due to limited space & seating, we require attendees to reserve their spots through Humanitix.
Simply visit the link at the bottom of this page to see what is coming up soon, and to secure your place.
Stay connected with us on our website and social media channels for updates on upcoming workshops & events.
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Our Partners
Good and Ready is delivered in partnership with NZ Red Cross and QLDC Welcoming Communities, with hosting support from Lakes Multicultural Collective.
Together, we’re helping our communities gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence to be ready for any emergency.
