Fire Protection Association Australia (FPA Australia) joined Natural Hazard Research Australia’s (the Centre) national knowledge network as a supporting Participant, tackling natural hazard risks and shaping strategic conversations that will lead to real-world impact.
This partnership builds on a strong existing relationship that reflects a shared vision from both organisations for a safer, more resilient Australia, strengthening commitment to enhance community safety through evidence-based, end-user driven research.
Centre CEO, Andrew Gissing joined John Collie, CEO of FPA Australia and Russ Porteous, Board President of FPA Australia, at this year's Fire Australia Conference on Thursday 15 May, for an official signing ceremony at the International Convention Centre in Sydney.
“This partnership connects FPA Australia directly to the Centre’s national research program focused on natural hazard resilience and disaster risk reduction — work that extends well beyond bushfires to critical challenges in the urban environment, the built environment and community safety,” said Andrew.
Through this agreement, FPA Australia secures a seat at the table — contributing industry’s expertise, accessing emerging research and helping shape the national conversation about how we prepare, respond and recover from natural hazards.
“It's a strategic investment in the future of fire protection, ensuring that our members, our industry and the wider community benefit from research that is practical, end-user-driven and designed to have real-world impact,” said John Collie.
"I’m very proud that FPA Australia continues to lead, not just in advocating for better standards today, but in building the knowledge we will all rely on tomorrow.”