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NEMA develops, leads and coordinates Australia’s approach to emergency management. Find help, news, media and resources for preparing, recovering and building resilience before, during and after disasters.
About us - NEMA
Our values. As a Commonwealth agency, our values are aligned to the ICARE framework for the Australian Public Service (APS): Impartial - Provides the Government with advice that's frank, honest, timely and based on the best available evidence.. Committed to service - Professional, objective, innovative and efficient, and works collaboratively to …
Disaster Ready Fund - NEMA
The Disaster Ready Fund (DRF) provides up to one billion dollars over five years for projects that address the impacts of natural hazards and disasters. The DRF is administered by NEMA in partnership with states and territories and supports projects in various sectors and communities.
Our work | NEMA
We deliver programs to reduce the impact of disasters and increase the resilience of all Australians. We also work closely with communities recovering from disasters, while investing in initiatives that will protect against future disasters.
Emergency management - NEMA
Learn how NEMA runs the Australian Government Disaster Response Plan and other programs, services and policies to keep Australia safe in emergencies. Find out about the National Situation Room, the National Coordination Mechanism, the Crisis Appreciation and Strategic Planning method, and more.
The Northern Rivers Recovery and Resilience Program | NEMA
Under Phase 1 of the Northern Rivers Resilience Initiative, the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) worked with local councils, community groups and other key stakeholders in the region to identify existing project proposals for improving the region’s flood resilience.. CSIRO and Alluvium ranked these projects according to specific criteria and scientific ...
Disaster Relief Australia - NEMA
Disaster Relief Australia is a veteran-led organisation that sends volunteers to communities in need after disasters. The Australian Government has committed $38.1 million over 4 years to boost its recruitment, deployment, equipment, and training.
Governance and reporting | NEMA
Access our latest reporting and publications. The National Emergency Management Agency acknowledges the Traditional Custodians throughout Australia and acknowledge their connection to land, waters and community.
Key programs - NEMA
We recognise that communities are often much better equipped to build back better when we have taken actions together to mitigate hazards, strengthen response and recovery capacity and inform decision-making, prior to a disaster.
Resilience - NEMA
Responding to a disaster can put significant financial pressure on a state or territory government. To help, the Government provides funding to assist with relief and recovery costs. We then manage these relief and recovery programs and initiatives that the funding pays for.