The Australian Government is engaging with the states and territories on new disaster recovery funding arrangements that are simpler and fairer for all Australians. The new Disaster Recovery Framework ...

A year on from the devastating floods that hit the Mid North Coast, the scale of the disaster is still hard to comprehend. Described as a one-in-500-year event, the floods brought up to 700 mm of rain ...

AusAlert is Australia’s new national warning system. It uses the latest technology to send emergency messages to compatible mobile devices during local and national disasters. AusAlert is a fast and ...

Every year, communities face a range of challenges from severe weather and bushfires to floods, cyber incidents, public health emergencies and infrastructure disruptions. As these events become more ...

Across Australia, all levels of government, emergency services and community partners are strengthening the way we plan for, respond to and recover from disasters, so more people can get the right ...

Each year, National Reconciliation Week provides a focus for Australians to reflect on our shared histories, cultures and achievements. It’s also an opportunity to consider the role each of us plays ...

Earlier this month, NEMA representatives attended the 2026 National Indigenous Disaster Resilience (NIDR) Gathering. The Gathering offered a valuable platform to listen, collaborate, and engage in ...

A vital stretch of the Mount Isa-Duchess Road in Cloncurry Shire Council, Queensland is set for a major upgrade. Approximately 25 kilometres of the road will be sealed, improving all-weather access ...

In late February 2025, a tropical low developed over the Coral Sea off the east coast of Australia. It soon gathered strength to become Tropical Cyclone (TC) Alfred and brought extremely strong winds, ...

Insurance plays a vital role in protecting homes, businesses, and communities across Australia. That’s why the Hazards Insurance Partnership (HIP) brings together insurance industry leaders and the ...

As we head into Autumn 2026, the higher risk weather season (HRWS) is still active. The latest Seasonal Bushfire Outlook, released by the Australasian Fire and Emergency Service Authorities Council ...