GIA Activities during COVID-19 Lockdown
During New Zealand's current lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic, GIA's governance and administration functions will continue to operate remotely. If you have any questions about GIA, please contact Steve Rich at steve.rich@gia.org.nz or by phone +6421445180.
If you wish to report suspected pests or diseases in plant or animals, please call the MPI hotline 0800 80 99 66 - which will continue to operate during the lockdown.
Our best wishes to all as New Zealand responds to COVID-19. Be kind, stay home and wash your hands.
Kei roto katoa I tenei.
Government Industry Agreement (GIA)
GIA operates as a partnership between primary industry and government to manage pests and diseases that could badly damage New Zealand's primary industries, economy, and environment.
Under GIA, Signatories share the decision-making, responsibilities and costs of preparing for – and responding to – biosecurity incursions. By working in partnership, industry and government can achieve better biosecurity outcomes.
Find out more about GIA or how to become a GIA Signatory.