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NEMA continues a 50 year legacy
This year marks 50 years since the Australian Government established a national emergency management organisation.
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Transcript: AFAC Seasonal Outlook for Summer 2024 and national preparedness
Transcript: AFAC Seasonal Outlook for Summer 2024 and national preparedness
3 tiers of government unite to strengthen flood protection
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3 tiers of government unite to strengthen flood protection
After a long history of flooding, metropolitan Adelaide is getting an upgrade. The Brown Hill Keswick Creek Stormwater Project (the Project) is designed to safeguard properties in the area against major flood events.
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Media Release: Summer bushfire outlook a reminder to plan for all hazards
Summer bushfire outlook a reminder to plan for all hazards
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Resilience in action: Recognising positive impact across the sector
Now in its 25th year, the Resilient Australia Awards celebrate efforts to build community resilience to disasters and emergencies across Australia. They also capture and share examples of resilience in action.
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Seeking public feedback to a review of our disaster funding arrangements
Compounding and significant disasters in recent years have highlighted the need to look at how Australia is supporting disaster management.
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Humanitarian impact scaled through technology innovation
We were brought together with leading thinkers and change makers by the Australian Red Cross for the Humanitech Summit this week.
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Planning and teamwork making a difference in a record-breaking fire season
We thanked staff who supported Bushfires NT with planning support for the record-breaking fire season in November 2023.
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Funding a disaster ready nation
Successful applicants under Round Two of the Disaster Ready Fund have now been announced. There is $200 million worth of Commonwealth funding being rolled out across Australia, better preparing communities for a range of disasters. 
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Goods and services ready for emergencies
The National Emergency Management Stockpile (NEMS) is a critical part of how we ensure Australian communities are prepared for disasters. We are continuing to grow the Stockpile and stand ready to support Australian communities should the need arise.
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Future-proofing the Charleston community
The Charleston community faced devastation during the 2019 bushfires. Multiple homes were destroyed and tragically, one local lost their life. This drove the community to become more resilient and ready for future disasters.
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Gathering with Indigenous voices in emergency management
From 24-26 September, participants gathered at Lismore Showgrounds for an important Indigenous-led conversation on disaster resilience. As a proud sponsor of the Gathering, we were privileged to be invited to listen and learn from this important event.
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Transcript: NEMA's Joe Buffone with Journalist Matt Doran
NEMA’s Joe Buffone interview with Journalist Matt Doran
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Media releases issued by the Minister for Emergency Management, Senator the Honourable Jenny McAllister, can be found on the Department of Home Affairs website.
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