Capricorn Coast's new Emu Park Reservoir south of Yeppoon.

New reservoir brings more water supply to Capricorn Coast

1 December 2023
After an 18-month construction period, Emu Park Reservoir is now a reality for residents of the Capricorn Coast south of Yeppoon.
Resilient Homes Fund

The Queensland household resilience program setting the national standard

26 October 2023
“The buy-back program not only helps us personally, but it also contributes to the overall resilience of the community by breaking the cycle of damage and rebuilding, which has affected so many families.”
Brisbane flood damage

Real-time test validates decade of flood resilience design work

12 October 2023
Building a better future for all. It’s at the heart of the ethos of Woolloongabba-based architecture and design practice JDA Co and their pioneering work to build local flood resilience.
Ribbon cutting to open Mungindi River Park on the Queensland-New South Wales border.

How COVID broke down borders in Queensland’s south-west

28 August 2023
How does a tiny, remote community that exists in truly unique circumstances complete with a range of unusual challenges, come together to develop a comprehensive and coordinated approach to disaster resilience?
2023 RAA winners

Queensland Resilient Australia Award winners announced for 2023

24 August 2023
The determination and innovation of Queenslanders in the face of natural disasters was showcased at the Get Ready Queensland Resilient Australia Awards night for 2023.
Flooding following TC Seth

Statewide guide builds flood resilience

7 August 2023
Queensland communities now have access to a comprehensive assessment guide designed to ensure they are aware, prepared and resilient to flooding.
Gympie Memorial Park Bandstand, which was inundated by floods in 2021 and 2022.

Heritage Disaster Recovery Grants to restore Queensland history

28 July 2023
Ten of Queensland’s heritage-listed buildings damaged by the extraordinary rainfall and flooding events of 2021-2022 will be repaired and restored with the support of Heritage Disaster Recovery Grants from the Queensland and Australian Governments.
Repaired floodway in Gundiah, Fraser Coast

A $10 million boost for Queensland resilience

14 July 2023
Nearly $10.5 million in new funding will be shared among Queensland communities to help build greater disaster resilience and reduce the impacts of severe weather.
Flooded home in south-east Queensland.

Hundreds more homes identified for voluntary home buy-back

19 June 2023
More homeowners in flood-prone areas are set to receive a voluntary home buy-back offer, with the additional purchase of another 300 homes under the Resilient Homes Fund.
$150 million in Disaster Ready funding

$150 million for Queensland under new Disaster Ready Fund

7 June 2023
Queensland will be better protected and prepared for future natural disasters with 50 local projects funded under Round One of the Australian Government’s new Disaster Ready Fund. In total, Queensland will benefit from over $150 million in combined investment from government and delivery partners.
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