Protecting our Communities (Disaster Resilience) Program

Overview

The purpose of this program is to deliver the Government’s commitment to increasing disaster resilience and preparedness across Australia. Funded projects are intended to assist communities to build resilience and preparedness for future disasters. The objectives of the program are to: increase disaster resilience through building or upgrading telecommunications infrastructure, road infrastructure, evacuation centres, cyclone shelters and emergency management precincts; improve community preparedness through volunteer training and developing disaster management plans; and enhance the ability to respond to disasters buy purchasing essential equipment, such as water tankers.  The Program is a closed, non-competitive program and only projects identified by the Australian Government will be delivered. If your project has been identified to receive grant funding you will be invited to apply for this program.