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Responding when it matters most
Severe weather is becoming an increasingly familiar part of life for many rural communities. From storms and flooding through to prolonged weather events, the impact can be significant. For many clients, it is not just about damage to property, but disruption to livelihoods, uncertainty and time away from the things that matter most. For FMG, that means continuing to strengthen how we support our clients when they need us.
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Case Study: FMG Connect a farm fencing staple
When a double red weather warning was issued for Rangitīkei on 15 February, Sheep and Beef farmers', Andrew and Kylie Stewart knew it was going to be serious. What followed was a storm that left widespread tree damage, blocked access, and three days without power. The farm is used to weather coming from the north-west, but this system struck from the south with extraordinary force, bringing down trees across the property and damaging fences.
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Why you may hear from us a little more this year
Over the coming year, some FMG clients may notice they hear from us a little more than usual. We know your time is valuable, so we want to explain why this may happen and how we’re working to make every communication as clear and useful as possible.
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Why we’re contacting clients ahead of renewal about FENZ levies
The Government’s new Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) Levy model went live on 1 July 2026, changing how the levy is calculated and which insurance policies it applies to.
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Get It Checked
Don's mole had been on his shoulder for years. About the size of a 50 cent piece, it had never caused him any trouble, just a "scab that never really healed properly." It stayed on the list of things to deal with eventually.
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Melanoma Roadie: Summer wrap-up
As summer winds down, the FMG Spot Check Roadie has wrapped up another busy season helping rural New Zealanders stay on top of their skin health. Our most recent data shows that the Roadie visited more than 40 rural locations and completed over 1,500 free skin checks. Of those checked, 321 people were found with suspicious lesions, including 87 suspected melanomas. That’s around one in five people needing follow‑up, a strong reminder that melanoma risk doesn’t disappear when the temperatures drop.
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Plan B for Power
Preventing outages and protecting people, animals and operations.
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Protecting you from scams
Scams are becoming more sophisticated, and unfortunately rural communities are not immune. At FMG, protecting our clients is a priority, not just through insurance cover, but through the ways we communicate with you.
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A note from Adam Heath
Kia ora koutou katoa, I want to acknowledge that for many farmers and growers the summer period is one of the busiest stretches of the year. Thank you for the commitment you continue to show to your land, stock and local communities over this demanding time.
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Recognising FMG's 2025 honours
FMG is proud to continue its commitment to building strong and prosperous rural communities. In 2025, we were honoured with several awards that reflect the trust of our clients and the dedication of FMG’s One Team.
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Te Ara Tika 2030 – The Way Forward
FMG’s purpose is to deliver a better deal for rural New Zealand Aotearoa. This purpose has guided FMG for more than 120 years, shaping how we support our clients and Members, how we operate as a mutual, and how we make decisions for the long term. It speaks to why we exist and continues to anchor our values, our approach, and our strategy.
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