Emergency Services
Australian Disaster Information Network (AusDIN)
Australian Disaster Information Network provides access to emergency management related information and services from all levels of government. The site provides Australians with ready access to clear, understandable, user-friendly information about the emergency management and the government organisations that are part of the Australian emergency management system.
Australian Government Assistance for Natural Disasters
The Australian Government has a significant involvement in national emergency management arrangements and recognises the human and financial costs that natural disasters can bring to the community. This page links to information on the Natural Disaster Mitigation Program (NDMP); the Regional Flood Mitigation Program (RFMP); the Bushfire Mitigation Program (BMP) and the Natural Disaster Relief Arrangements (NDRA).
Disasters - Community Information
This Emergency Management Australia page gathers useful information on preparedness and response to all disasters and emergency situations; outlines emergency management systems and services in Australia; and provides links to other relevant sites.
Emergency Management Australia (EMA)
Emergency Management Australia is an Australian Government agency with the responsibility of reducing the impact of natural and man-made disasters on the Australian community. They are also the lead Commonwealth agency responsible for disaster response.
Links to Useful Information for Individuals and Communities - Disasters
Community.gov.au is a portal to information relevant to individuals and community organisations across Australia. On this part of the Community Portal you will find links to information about preparing for environmental disasters and crises as well as links to organisations who provide emergency relief during disasters.
Triple Zero (000) - Australia's Emergency Call Service
The Triple Zero (000) service is the quickest way to get the right emergency service to help you. It should be used to contact Police, Fire or Ambulance services in life threatening or emergency situations.
