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The community response has been key to getting people through the last couple weeks in areas affected by the cyclone.
The Environment Centre Hawke's Bay coordinated more than 200 volunteers and dished out 3,000 meals - but are now moving into a different phase of recovery.
Emma Horgan-Heke is the CEO of the Environment Centre talks to Jesse.
The Hawkins' family home in Pakowhai, Hawke's Bay. Photo: RNZ / Soumya Bhamidipati