The Earthquake Commission (EQC) has confirmed the 6.3 quake on Monday, 13 June as a new event for insurance purposes.
People who have new, or worsened, damage as a result of Monday's aftershocks will need to lodge a new claim with EQC within three months. The deadline for claims for the latest aftershock is September 13, 2011. Claims can be lodged with EQC by calling the free phone 0800 326 243 (international call +64 4 978 6400 or +64 4 978 6401) or online www.eqc.govt.nz.
Customers should also lodge a claim with State, NZI or Lantern.