Yes, Australia needs new homes—but they must be built to withstand disasters in a warmer world
Australia's housing crisis has created a push for fast-tracked construction. Federal, state and territory governments have ...
How to protect more Australian homes from the growing risks of floods, fires and other climate disasters
Too many homes will remain vulnerable to climate-related extreme weather events unless there is better coordinated housing ...
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Why taxpayers should buy back houses most at risk of natural disaster
Some home owners who live in high-risk areas need to move, but it’s a politically difficult conversation, a new report warns.
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Yes, Australia needs new homes – but they must be built to withstand disasters in a warmer world
Francesca Perugia receives funding from the Australian Housing and Urban ... to avoid or withstand natural disasters such as bushfires, floods and cyclones. Recent severe weather, including ...
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NAB Foundation Grants: Towns Can Access Disaster Funds
NAB Foundation opens applications for communities looking to fund natural disaster projectsUp to $25,000 available for ...
Australia Has Lessons for Los Angeles as It Rebuilds—and Prepares for the Next Fire
Yes, the L.A. blazes were worsened by climate change, say Australian bushfire experts. But that doesn’t mean people are ...
RAA survey finds South Australians are increasingly worried about natural disasters – and want more spent on prevention
Increasing numbers of South Australians are concerned about the effects of natural disasters and believe government need to ...
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Disasters cost billions—but who pays the price?
When a natural disaster strikes, the government often ... Unpacking the moratorium clause Similarly in Australia, to counter increasing natural hazard risks, the government and insurers have ...
'Inside I was screaming': The unexplored trauma of sudden and extreme weather
Donna Andrews lost her house in a bushfire in 2020. She says the mental health challenges from living through a ...
Underinsurance on the rise as cost of living bites
As parts of Australia clean up from natural disasters, there are concerns more residents are finding themselves underinsured.
RAA says more South Australians more worried about natural disasters after Los Angeles wildfires
Increasing numbers of South Australians are concerned about the effects of natural disasters and believe government need to ...