Free community events to boost extreme weather resilience

Do you know what to do when, not if, a natural disaster strikes at your home? 

Lake Entrance Bvld residents taking tips from local SES controller Warren Kuskopf.

Now is the time to arm yourself with the practical information and resources from emergency services experts, to prepare your household for extreme weather at Council’s free Good Neighbours  community events.  

"As we continue to experience more intense storms and unpredictable weather patterns, it becomes even more important for households to ensure they’re prepared for anything Mother Nature throws at us,” Noosa Council Community Recovery and Resilience Officer Angela Romanowski said.   

“These Good Neighbours events provide Noosa residents with information straight from SES and Rural Fire Service representatives about how to make the best possible choices before, during and after natural disasters.

“Importantly, these events will also show you how to help vulnerable and new residents in your area during a disaster.”

The two-hour events include a free feed, interactive activities and entertainment. 

“Getting to know your neighbours is another crucial part of disaster resilience and these Good Neighbours events are also a terrific way to get to know the people living near you - which could make a very big difference during an extreme weather event,” Ms. Romanowski said.

Attendees will also meet local SES, Rural Fire Service, and Noosa Council representatives who will be available to answer questions and provide guidance in preparing for the season ahead.  

EVENT DETAILS

At Lake Cootharaba / Boreen Point:  Friday, November 22, 4pm to 6pm, at the picnic area across from the Lake Cootharaba Sailing Club.  

At Teewah Beach:  Friday, December 6, 4pm to 6pm, at the Teewah Rural Fire Service Station.

At Noosa North Shore:  Saturday, December 14, 4pm to 6pm, at the Noosa North Shore Fire Station, Homeport Track.

Visit disaster.noosa.qld.gov.au to register for disaster text alerts and keep up to date with the latest disaster emergency information.

This initiative was made possible through joint funding from the Australian and Queensland Governments under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements.