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Expressions of Interest are now open for a comprehensive program of work to better understand heatwave impacts and drive resilience. Submissions due 24 October. An online briefing at 1pm AEST, Wednesday 27 September will provide more info. Learn more at bit.ly/3LhMfKA
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Hello from the inaugural National Indigenous Disaster Resilience Summit in Meanjin! We are excited to sponsor this event, hosted by @MonashUni's Fire to Flourish, and to connect with and learn from Indigenous peoples about creating resilient landscapes and communities.
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A new research project is open for EOI that will empower Indigenous communities to strengthen disaster resilience while creating lasting change in the structures, institutions and processes of EM/disaster resilience sectors. EOI closes 22 Sept. Learn more: bit.ly/3sf2Wjc
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#AFAC23 is featured on the Firecast podcast! Learn about our upcoming conference and exhibition as we explore the importance of inclusive, collaborative and innovative approaches to emergency management. Join us at #AFAC23 in Brisbane on 22-25 August. firecast.media/creating-a-su…
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As part of their NHRA project, Dr Tim Neale and @CostelloOli have published 'Protocols and principles for cultural land management governance and research', providing guidance on how people can work together for benefit of Country. Download or read here: bit.ly/433AEWq
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Great to be at #EMC23. Fantastic event. Thanks for having us @EMCConference.
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This morning, AFAC Director National Projects and Innovation Dr Simon Heemstra presented the science behind the new Australian Fire Danger Rating System at the Nature Conservation Council of NSW's Bushfire Conference in Sydney: nature.org.au/bushfire_confe…
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AFAC staff put on their orang-iest orange to celebrate our amazing SES volunteers on Wear Orange Wednesday (WOW)! From everyone at AFAC - thank you to all volunteers who support their communities before, during and after disasters. #WOWDay #NVW #ThankYou #Volunteers
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With registrations now open for AFAC23, we’re revisiting conversations from last year's event, including Michelle Villeneuve on disability-inclusive emergency planning. See the full video series and register to join us in Brisbane this August at afacconference.com.au
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Don't miss your chance to be part of the inaugural Innovation Stream at AFAC23 powered by INTERSCHUTZ Conference and Exhibition this year in Brisbane! Expressions of Interest for the Innovation Hub and the Innovation Pitch-fest close this week (5 May): afac.com.au/auxiliary/public…
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With registrations now open for AFAC23, we’re revisiting conversations from last year, with Steve O'Malley on the move from 'treating everyone the same' to intersectionality. See the full video series and register to join us in Brisbane this August at afacconference.com.au
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Keen for more info about our Natural Hazards Research Forum? Learn about the venue, program, transport, online component and much more at naturalhazards.com.au/nhrf23 Register now to secure your spot and provoke, inspire, challenge, be involved in research with impact! #NHRF23
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With registrations now open for AFAC23, we’re revisiting conversations from last year, including Prof Stephen Dovers on leveraging the co-benefits of disaster risk reduction. See the full video series and register to join us in Brisbane this August at afacconference.com.au
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With registrations now open for AFAC23, we’re revisiting conversations from last year, with Keynote Lloyd Damp on the space sector's emerging role in emergency management. See the full video series and register to join us in Brisbane this August: afacconference.com.au
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How do we know whether aerial firefighting operations are efficient and effective? New research with @nafcaus will help us understand! An Expression of Interest is now open until 24 April for research teams to complete this work. Find out more at bit.ly/3GaxAOG.
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With registrations now open for AFAC23, we’re revisiting conversations from last year's event, with Keynote Dr Nikki Vincent on gender equality at work and in the community. See the full video series and register to join us in Brisbane this August at afacconference.com.au.
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⛈️ Tuesday 13/12 Thunderstorm Forecast Severe storms likely to bring damaging winds, large hail and heavy rain for parts of central & southeast inland Qld. Isolated but very dangerous storms are possible in the red area from the afternoon. Check forecasts: ow.ly/6lyh50M0xjn
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The #AFAC23 call for abstracts is now open! Learn more about the theme 'Creating a sustainable future: the challenges and opportunities' here: afacconference.com.au/call-f…
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It's your last chance to be a part of the 2023 Lessons Management Forum - abstract submissions close today! Submit your abstract here: aidr.org.au/resources/lesson…
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🔥OUT NOW!🔥 Get a unique insight into the training, equipment, roles and working lives of #firefighters in our new Firefighter Manual by @Phil_FireMedia & Ducan J White… 👨‍🚒👩‍🚒 haynes.com/en-gb/firefighter… #firebrigade #firefighter #fireandrescue #ukfireandrescue #fireservice
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