Member updates and earthquake resources for bookshops

We've put together a page of resources for booksellers in Christchurch,and for people outside the area wanting to help. Here you'll find business information, how to donate and messages of support.

	A Christchurch booksellers relief fund has been established.
	We're posting news online from, and about, our Christchurch members as we have it. To report what you know, email us.
	Messages of support for booksellers in Christchurch.

Resources for people in Christchurch

Helpline
People affected by the quake can call the Government's earthquake helpline for advice. The helpline will run 24 hours a day. The number is 0800779997.

Information on essential services
The latest information about missing people, flights, postal services, phone services and roading as reported on Stuff.co.nz

Business information
Information from The Retailers Association about support packages, employment obligations and others.

Canterbury Recovery – Department of Labour Information and Advice (attached as a Word document) - two documents.

Advice for Employers and Employees
Provided by The Department of Labour

Advice for employers dealing with grieving staff
Attached below as a PDF document

Advice on your grieving process
Attached below as a PDF document

Meridian Energy update for business customers
Meridian Energy’s Christchurch-based customer contact centre is currently closed due to the 6.3 earthquake that hit the area at 12.51 on 22 February.

Meridian is working to restore its services and hope to have their contact centre operating from another part of the country as soon as possible.
The full update is attached below as a Word document.

Booksellers New Zealand is sourcing other resources to help our members and we will continue to update this information.

Resources for people outside Christchurch

Donations
Most banks are accepting donations - check this list.
Make a donation online through giving website Givealittle.

Blood donation
The New Zealand Blood Service will let people know through their Twitter and Facebook pages when they need blood donations. (Note: both these pages can be seen regardless of whether you're a member of Twitter or Facebook).

Prepare yourself for an earthquake

• Secure your bookshelf(s) to the wall (this 1.44min video will show you how)
• Prepare an earthquake kit for home and work - here's what you need

Advice on your grieving process
Attached below as a PDF document