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 ...

The re-opening of the Old Bega Hospital is one out of the 524 community projects funded under the Black Summer Bushfire Recovery Grants program. After severe fire damage, the hospital is now being ...

In July 2021, the Australian Government announced the Black Summer Bushfire Recovery (BSBR) Grants Program. The program was part of the $2.2 billion National Bushfire Recovery Fund. Grants were ...

The Disaster Ready Fund is the Australian Government’s flagship initiative for disaster resilience and risk reduction. Round Three of the fund is open now.

Financial help including the Disaster Recovery Payment (AGDRP) and Disaster Recovery Allowance (DRA) are available to support Australians after disasters. Find out more about whether you’re eligible ...

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 ...

Today’s official opening of the upgraded National Situation Room (NSR) represents an important boost to Australia’s capability in crisis response and management. The upgrade allows for the rapid ...

Exercise Aurora preparing Australia for extreme weather Exercise Aurora aims to help prepare Australia for space weather events. While the likelihood of an extreme event is low, it's important that we ...

Dealing with disasters can be a difficult time for all those affected. The complexities added for the 1 in 6 Australians living with disability can be profound.

The National Flood Mitigation Infrastructure Program (NFMIP) was established under the Emergency Response Fund and will deliver $100 million across 2020-21 and 2021-22 to state and territory ...

Nestled in the heart of Victoria, the Gippsland Agricultural Centre, a beacon of agricultural excellence, will provide vital support and resources to the local farming community. This dynamic centre ...

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 ...