The Government has announced a $300 million emergency package to help the nation recover after Cyclone Gabrielle.

$250 million will be spent on roads and infrastructure and $50 million will be used to help businesses recover.

NZME business commentator Fran O'Sullivan says this is likely just the start of the Cyclone Gabrielle recovery efforts.

Fran O'Sullivan says announcing this recovery fund early on was a smart move on the Government's part.

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The Government has announced a $300 million emergency package to help the nation recover after Cyclone Gabrielle.
$250 million will be spent on roads and infrastructure and $50 million will be used to help businesses recover.
NZME business commentator Fran O'Sullivan says this is likely just the start of the Cyclone Gabrielle recovery efforts.
Fran O'Sullivan says announcing this recovery fund early on was a smart move on the Government's part.
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Best of Business is the home of all things business at Newstalk ZB, from morning market updates right through to incisive interviews with New Zealand’s top business leaders and decision makers. Whether you’re a small business owner or interested in what’s going on in the Big End of Town, this podcast encompasses the sharpest voices and minds in the world of business.

Best of Business is the home of all things business at Newstalk ZB, from morning market updates right through to incisive interviews with New Zealand’s top business leaders and decision makers.