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Councils in the disaster front line

  • Local councils are urged to enhance disaster response roles, calling for a fourth 'R' for 'Resilience', according to the Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute.
  • Dr. Lisa de Kleyn stated that collaborative efforts among several councils helped alleviate pressures from resources, community needs, and frequent disasters.
  • Professor Sanderson emphasized the need for governments to invest in local authorities for better disaster management.
  • Key policies suggested include establishing buyback schemes to remove houses in high-risk areas, according to the study findings.
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Councils in the disaster front line

Local councils urged to add 'Resilience' to their duties in disaster management. Learn how this impacts your community.

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dungogchronicle.com.au broke the news on Thursday, August 7, 2025.
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