Straight-talking disaster readiness — one tip at a time.
Tū Tika Tips is a short-form podcast from the Community Resilience Network (CRN) Papakura, created to help everyday people get better prepared for emergencies. In each episode, we offer practical, easy-to-understand tips on things like building a grab bag, connecting with neighbours, making a plan for your pets, setting up a text tree, and more. Episodes are brief and packed with real advice you can use right away.
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Podcast Episodes
Auckland Flood Viewer
Flooding has been part of life in Papakura for generations — but being caught off guard doesn’t have to be. In this episode of Tū Tika Tips, we break down simple, practical steps you can take to...
Evacuation Planning
Papakura’s biggest hazard isn’t a tsunami—it’s flooding. This short Tū Tika Tips episode turns that reality into a simple, practical ‘Stay or Go’ plan you can use with your family. Learn how to spot...
How Community Emergency Hubs Work
When disaster hits, official help can take time — but your community doesn’t have to wait. This episode of Tū Tika Tips looks at Community Emergency Hubs: local spaces where neighbours come together...
Grab Bag Basics – Be Ready to Leave Fast
When emergencies hit, there’s often no time to pack. That’s why having a grab bag ready to go can make all the difference — but what should actually go in it? In this episode, we break down the core...
Creating a Text Tree – A Simple Way to Stay Connected in Emergencies
Emergencies don’t always come with warnings — and when they do, power and internet often disappear first. One of the simplest and most effective ways to stay connected is by creating a Text Tree — a...