51°µÍømade a submission to the , led by Dr Robert Glasser, and the , led by Andrew Colvin.
Both reviews highlighted the need to improve arrangements for disaster management and referenced the key role of local government.
51°µÍøsupported the recommendations and used the opportunity to reiterate the need for a sustainable funding model for disasters through a non-competitive pathway, and dedicated funding for local government.
We also highlighted that betterment needs to be a core component of the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DFRA), co-contribution requirements are a barrier to mitigation projects, and local government should be consulted.
Posted 16 January, 2025