Fire and Emergency New Zealand Levy Changes from 1 July 2026

Important changes to the Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) Levy came into effect on 1 July 2026, impacting many insurance policyholders across New Zealand.

The levy helps fund the essential emergency response services provided by Fire and Emergency New Zealand, ensuring they have the resources needed to respond to fires, road crashes, natural disasters, hazardous substance incidents, and a wide range of other emergencies.

As part of the latest changes, many policyholders may notice differences to the levy component included within their insurance premiums.

Understanding what these changes mean can help avoid confusion when renewal notices arrive.

If you have any questions about how the levy affects your policies, our team is always happy to help explain the changes and what they mean for your individual circumstances.

For a simple explanation of the changes, visit our Facebook page to learn more, or download this PDF.