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.

Learning the lessons of national resilience

Collective, collaborative action, enabled by governments and built on the capability of Australian industry and communities, can create a more resilient Australia, can ensure that we’re well placed to face the future with confidence.

Building community resilience

Australia’s disaster authorities need to rethink how they use warnings and other communications if they want to build more resilient communities.

Prepared for the worst

After savage wildfires in Europe, the prospect of a long, hot summer in Australia increases the need for better preparation for bushfires and other natural disasters.