Image: RNZThe Automobile Association (AA) is warning against panic buying or stockpiling fuel, saying large quantities may impact house insurance claims. AA principal policy adviser Terry Collins told RNZ the government had been "very clear" the country had enough fuel. It was dangerous to store large quantities of fuel in residential homes - even in jerry cans, Collins said. Insurance providers would not expect people to have large quantities of fuel at their homes, he said. "It's ok to have those cans for your chainsaw, your lawnmower, your motorbike or boat ... but large quantities of fuel is just not recommended."

Source: Otago Daily Times March 21, 2026 04:01 UTC