Recently, Australia sent several emergency management experts from Australia to California to exchange lessons following the January 2025 Los Angeles wildfires. The 9-day visit focused on: sharing ...

Wander through the leafy streets of Picton and take in the stunning heritage buildings set against a background of scenic landscapes. Picton attracts nature lovers, history enthusiasts, and anyone ...

The launch of our first Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) is an important step on our reconciliation journey. Our ‘Reflect’ RAP demonstrates our vision for a future of unity. One built on equality, ...

Key moments from Exercise Convergence 2025 Exercise Convergence allowed participants to learn about preparedness, response, and recovery. We tested national crisis coordination mechanisms and explored ...

Following the 2024-25 Higher Risk Weather Season, government and non-government organisations as well as industry representatives have gathered in Canberra to ‘war game’ what would happen in the most ...

The 2019-20 Black Summer Bushfires had devastating effects on many families in Australia. These disasters show how vulnerable persons can often be overlooked. In particular, infants and young children ...

If you're lucky enough to visit the beautiful landscapes of the Dandenong Ranges, we recommend that you also stop at Kilsyth. With a population of around 12,000, Kilsyth isn't just home to the Cougars ...

Crisis exercising is using simulated scenarios that are designed to replicate real-life crisis situations. They’re done to help people and organisations prepare and respond to these emergency ...

In preparation for ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred's impact, Queensland and New South Wales made an urgent request for help. We activated the National Emergency Management Stockpile without delay. This ...

Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment The Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment (AGDRP) is a one off, non-means tested lump sum. It offers a payment of $1,000 for eligible adults ...

North Queensland resilience program Funded by the Australian Government and managed by the Queensland Reconstruction Authority, this $84.8 million program is funding 77 new resilience initiatives to ...

National Preparedness Summit Each year we run a National Preparedness Summit. The Summit brings together response and recovery leaders, and crisis management experts. Participants explore national ...