This website is an emergency information platform designed to provide links to general updates and road issues from across the country. Whether you're planning a trip across state borders or checking for events near home, visit us frequently from your desktop, tablet, or mobile device to stay informed about current events.
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My council?
Finding out which council area you live in can be challenging, as people often identify with their city, town, or community rather than their local government area. You might know which town you're in or near but not necessarily which council has jurisdiction. This can be especially confusing when traveling. Although council borders may change over time, most Australian state governments provide tools to help you determine your local council area. These official sources are typically the most reliable for such information.
These links open the relevant list of local government entities (councils, etc) per state government region (subject to change):
- Australian Capital Territory (ACT)
- New South Wales (NSW)
- Northern Territory (NT)
- Queensland (QLD)
- South Australia (SA)
- Tasmania (TAS)
- Victoria (VIC)
- Western Australia (WA)
These tools help users locate their local council government region, area, or jurisdiction. With this information, individuals can search for or navigate to the relevant HazAlerts - One Site, One Source! page. It's advisable to bookmark the appropriate council page for future reference. This can be done through browser bookmarks, desktop shortcuts, or homepage shortcuts on mobile devices.
Be prepared
Although many people prefer not to contemplate worst-case scenarios, life offers no guarantees against being affected by a disaster at some point.
In Australia, advice concerning local areas may vary depending on the state of residence. It is crucial to follow directions from authorities during pending and actual disasters. You may be instructed to evacuate, stay tuned for further information, or even receive direct messages on your mobile phone with suggested actions.
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Several factors should be considered before potential disasters occur:
- Developing a clear plan
- Identifying necessary on-hand supplies
- Determining appropriate actions if alone
- Planning for family members
- Establishing modes of travel from point A to B
One of the primary pieces of advice consistently emphasized across state and local government areas is to have a plan, check it regularly, and know it well. It's important to recognize that immediate action may be necessary before help can arrive.
Here are some additional quick go-to lists to help you get ready:
Prepared for floods and/or storms
- Check your local government (council or similar) website for flood maps, evacuation centre's, etc
- Check news and social media for updates
- Download a weather map like BOM
- Make sure you have a radio as a communications backup
- Don't evacuate into or past active floods
- Queensland have a catch cry "If it's flooded, forget it", that is pretty good advice
Prepared for fires
- Check your local government (council or similar) website for fire notices, evacuation centre's, etc
- Check news and social media for updates
- Make sure you have a radio as a communications backup
- Don't evacuate into or past active fires
Prepared for cyclone season and/or high winds
- Check your local government (council or similar) website for flood maps, evacuation centre's, etc
- Check news and social media for updates
- Download a weather map like BOM
- Make sure you have a radio as a communications backup
- Be prepared you may lose normal every day communications
- Help yourself and neighbours, check your yard for loose items e.g. trampolines, plastic toys, gazebo's & temporary structures, etc
Prepared for disease outbreak
- Check news and social media for updates
- Follow government health advice
- Wash your hands regularly
- Minimise personal contact with strangers and contact surfaces e.g. shopping trolleys (wipe down), travellator rails, stair rails, manual door knobs, hand-shakes, hugs, sharing food and utensils
Please remember to follow the authorities directions and advice! There is a list of nation wide emergency contact numbers in the top menu "In Emergencies".