More work is needed to fully implement recommendations made after Cyclone Gabrielle.
UPDATED: Around $152 million worth approved already.
Chris Hipkins says contact tracing can happen more quickly if people have signed in.
But Auckland looks likely to be in lockdown for longer.
The former finance minister was considered caring but conservative with the public purse.
The former deputy PM and long-time finance minister has died at 76.
Finance Minister says Treasury forecast on lockdown impact is worst-case scenario.
The Prime Minister expects to update the public on the length of lockdown tomorrow.
Politics: How does the government relax border restrictions while maintaining its elimination strategy?
Inflation and employment outlook to be reviewed with view to reduce monetary stimulus over time.