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5 Top Tips for Insurance: Flood Damage

With flood warnings issued across parts of Australia, there is no better time than now to remind yourself of what to do in an emergency. Continue reading for I…

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Are you Bushfire Ready?

From the summer of 2020 bushfire crisis to the COVID-19 crisis, these past years have been dominated by stress, worry and anxiety for many of us. Summer is com…

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Bushfire Crisis Information

What support is available for people with disabilities and seniors in a bushfire crisis? For people who have been affected by the fires, emergency aid, from em…

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Emergency +

This app is a must-have for every Australian as it could help save a life. It is an app that has all the emergency contacts and will contact them when you clic…

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Moving Forward after a Crisis

2020 was a year many Australians want to forget. 2021 followed closely. 2022 has begun with a bang. 2025 hasn't started off great either.

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National Crisis Numbers

Need someone to talk to? Or someone to help you? Support? We have a list of key contacts to help you.

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Packing for an Emergency

With the recent emergencies we have faced, the need to be prepared is again highlighted. Bushfires, Floods and a Pandemic. If you need to evacuate in a hurry…

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Recovering utility services after a disaster

It can be tough to know where to start for assistance if you have been devastated by severe weather or bushfire events and need to start the building blocks of…

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What to do in a Flood

Flooding events can be dangerous for everyone, but getting away quickly can be especially difficult for people with disability. You need to plan where you will…

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What to do in an Earthquake

I can tell you having lived in Japan, I've had my share of earthquakes. Because they are not frequent in Australia, many Australians' are unsure of what to do…