The Australian Disaster Resilience Index (ADRI), a groundbreaking tool developed in partnership between Natural Hazards Research Australia, the University of New England and the National Emergency ...

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 ...

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 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 and $400 for eligible children who’ve been ...

This guide provides advice on timber structural damage after flooding. This guide highlights the need to check timber for: mould rot or termites swelling or shrinkage misalignment of floor bearers and ...

The Guide provides step-by-step instructions and photos on how to install plastic sheeting on window frames. The aim is to minimise wind-driven rain during a cyclone from entering the house. The rain ...

This guide discusses improving the wind resilience of Queensland homes. The guide focuses on homes in cyclone-prone areas. It contains information about tropical cyclones and the damage they can cause ...

This website provides guides for homeowners. They provide information to retrofit and maintain houses to be more resilient to tropical cyclones and storms. It includes three levels: general ...

raising power points improving the sealing of tiled floors raising laundry appliances using flood resistant materials for cabinets using solid core internal doors. It also encourages homeowners to ...

Disaster risk is increasing and affecting more communities. Disasters can impact people’s mental health and wellbeing. The National Disaster Mental Health and Wellbeing Framework guides how ...

The Victorian State Emergency Service lists riverine flooding, flash flooding, dam failure, storm surge and plumbing emergencies as all possible causes of flooding that could threaten your home. The ...

This technical report accompanies a series of flood summaries. It looks at strategies to reduce flood damage. The report includes the costs and benefits of these strategies.