The case for a national resilience campaign

The killing of American activist Charlie Kirk should remind Australians of the value of democracy in which people of all political beliefs can debate and disagree without resorting to violence.

Help the Pacific to help itself

As the USA withdraws, the remaining democratic allies of Pacific island countries can advance both humanitarian and political interests by prioritising initiatives that are Pacific-led, resilience-based and – ideally -Pacific-owned.

Promoting the Pacific Response Group

As the current host of the Pacific Response Group and the country with the largest regional footprint, Australia should take the lead in promoting the organisation through diplomatic channels and encourage other partners to do so where possible.

Planning for weather disasters

Better planning for extreme weather in a changing climate means learning from Australia’s past mistakes and taking a tougher line on managing development.

When life gives you lemons

Scientists have found that taking a playful approach to life doesn’t mean you don’t take your situation seriously, but it can mean you cope with it better.

A more resilient Australia

Three landmark reports this year have exposed Australia’s lack of preparation for crisis situations. Building true resilience demands more than chasing spot fires – it demands transformative thinking.

Community resilience

A new initiative advocates engaging more with people affected by events such as bushfires and floods to improve recovery after disaster.

The future of resilience

Succeeding generations can be given a meaningful way to build a safer and more resilient future for themselves, while freeing the ADF to focus on its core missions.

Reviving resilience

A Senate committee examining Australia’s disaster resilience has made 10 recommendations in its long-awaited report in parliament, but community surveys suggest more can be done.

People, get ready

The future thinking that Australia needs to meet the increasing severity, length and frequency of natural hazards is outlined in a new report by Natural Hazards Research Australia.

Disaster resilience – learning from abroad

Australia’s disaster resilience must be transformed and insights from Japan, Fiji, and Tonga illustrate that we can derive important lessons from our friends and neighbours.

People, get ready

A new online platform aims to better prepare communities for disasters with the use of community sourced data, resource mapping and artificial intelligence tools.