Redirect from the CRC

Locals, young men and children in most danger during flooding, research says

With an estimated 50,000 people warned to prepare for isolation across New South Wales’ Mid North Coast and Hunter regions, experts are reminding residents that entering floodwaters often poses the most significant risk to life.

Recent reflections from the Centre

CEO Andrew Gissing reflects on research planning for preparedness, the next generation of hazards leaders and celebrating staff achievements.

“Young people are capable and willing,” empowering the next generation for a disaster resilient future 

The Centre and AIDR came together for a webinar to mark the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction.

Key topics: Child-centred, Communities, Preparedness, Resilience, Response

Disasters with no boundaries - EMC24

Building resilience, response and recovery backed by research were discussed as ways to balance the impact of emergencies on communities at EMC24.

Excellence in emergency communication recognised

Two community-centred projects were recognised for excellence in emergency communication at the 2024 Emergency Management and Public Affairs (EMPA) Conference.

A blueprint for a child-centred approach to bushfire education

Schools in fire country, a participatory bushfire education program was showcased in March’s Hazardous Webinar.

Key topics: Child-centred, Communities, Education, Emergency management

EOI open for an evaluation and monitoring framework

Expressions of Interest for a project developing a national framework for risk prevention programs is reopening.

Key topics: Communication, Communities, Education, Emergency management, Framework, Preparedness

Inaugural National Indigenous Disaster Resilience Summit connects experts

The National Indigenous Disaster Resilience Summit was held on 21 August in Meanjin, giving Indigenous people a voice in disaster management and planning.

Key topics: Communities, Emergency management, Governance, Indigenous communities, Local knowledge, Preparedness

NHRF23 provoked, inspired and challenged the natural hazard sector

Representatives from research, industry, government and community sectors met in Melbourne in May for the second annual Natural Hazards Research Forum.

Key topics: Emergency management, Resilience

#OnlyTogether can we make progress towards a safer and more resilient planet

How can we take action to build resilience and reduce disaster losses? This was the focus of the 2021 UN International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction.

Key topics: Communities, Preparedness, Resilience