Spotlight: WALGA 2021 EM Survey Results
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In late 2021, WALGA undertook a survey of Local Governments to ascertain the sentiment of the sector towards their emergency management roles and responsibilities generally, and in relation to managing volunteer Bushfire Brigades in particular.
WALGA shared the results of the 2021 Emergency Management Survey with Local Government CEOs on Friday, 4 March. We are pleased to provide you with an Overview of the Survey Results, Infographic, and InfoPage outlining the key sentiments from the Survey and how the results will be used.
The 2021 survey aims to build on the feedback received in WALGA’s 2019 Emergency Management Survey and will help inform WALGA’s policy and advocacy on current and emerging Emergency Management issues.
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National Disaster Risk Reduction Funding
Applications for the 2022-2023 NDRR are now open. WALGA and DFES are hosting a webinar on Tuesday, 12 April to support Local Governments in preparing Grant applications. Register here.
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Wooroloo Bushfire Review
The Final Report on the Independent Review of the 2021 Wooroloo Bushfire has been released. A total of 13 recommendations have been made, with the State Government accepting 10 in full, one in principle and two being noted.
Read more.
Image: DFES Incident Photographer Evan Collis
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IPCC Report on Climate Change
The latest IPCC report reflects what we are already seeing on the ground around the country, drier and hotter temperatures, more frequent flooding and compounding impacts across communities and industry. Read WALGA's summary of key findings.
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Guidelines for Operating Private Equipment at Fires
The DFES Bushfire Centre of Excellence has released updated Guidelines for Operating Private Equipment to support operators to understand their responsibilities, and the associated risks, when responding to a bushfire.
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Evacuation Green Bag Consultation
DFES is consulting on the proposed removal of the ‘All Hazards Evacuation Flagging Guideline’ and evacuation flagging section within the State EM Plan.
Read more.
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CSIRO's New Bushfire Behaviour Lab
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Supporting Flood Affected Areas Over East
WALGA has provided Local Governments with some information about donating to flood affected areas in Qld and NSW.
State Bushfire Advisory Council Communique
SBAC met on Friday, 4 March for its first meeting of 2022. Read the communique here. |
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Resilient Australia Awards Submissions Open
Nominations for the Resilient Australia Awards are open until Monday, 6 June. The Awards celebrate initiatives that build community resilience to disasters and emergencies.
Read more.
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Building Resilience
In the upcoming Federal Budget, ALGA is calling on the Commonwealth Government to increase funding for disaster mitigation and community resilience. Read more about ALGA's Federal Election and Budget Priorities here.
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New Tankers for Esperance
The Shire of Esperance has been provided with 6 new Tankers for their Brigades, the first region in WA to receive the brand new 4.4 Broadacre Tankers. Read more.
Image: Shire of Esperance
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Emergency Management For Local Government Training
4 April, In-person
Register here.
Webinar: Risk to Resilience - Developing Second National Action Plan for Disaster Risk Reduction
4 April, In-person
Register here.
Community Disaster Recovery for Local Government Training
5 April, In-person
Register here.
Webinar: Exemptions for Bushfire Risk Mitigation
6 April, Online
Register here.
State Emergency Management Capability Webinar for Local Governments
7 April, Online
Register here.
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Webinar: National Disaster Risk Reduction Grant Program for Local Governments
14 April, Online
Register here.
Recovery Coordinators Course for Local Government
5 May to 6 May, In-person
Register here.
City of Canning - Changing Your World Conference 2022
12 May, In-person
Register here.
2022 Regional Heritage Conference
Be prepared – act now to protect our past
19 to 20 May, In-person
More information here.
Emergency Management for Local Government Leaders
14 June, In-person
Register here.
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Want to share something with the sector?
Want to share your successes, promote a new project, have a key question answered or collaborate with other Local Governments? We want to hear from you about any stories or initiatives to share with the sector.
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WALGA contacts
Susie Moir, Policy Manager, Resilient Communities, 9213 2058
Vanessa Jackson, Senior Policy Advisor, Emergency Management, 9213 2064
Cassandra Mora, Policy Officer, Emergency Management, 9213 2044
Simone Ruane, Project Lead, LEMA Review, 9213 2049
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