Macleay Valley community members are invited to put disaster on the map in our shire in a very real sense, with an innovative approach to disaster preparation.
Disaster Relief Australia, a volunteer non-profit organisation, is teaming up with Allianz Australia and Kempsey Shire Council to present the Big Map event on Friday 28 July at the Slim Dusty Centre.
This all-day event will bring together disaster resilience experts and local residents to collectively define the threats posed by floods and fires in our region.
During the event, our community will have the opportunity to see our valley in detail on a massive floor map, specially created using advanced mapping technology and drone capabilities.
Together we will identify areas at risk of floor or fire, and most importantly, explore effective ways to build community resilience and minimise the impact of future disasters.
The Big Map exercise is part of Disaster Relief Australia’s Project Resilience, which aims to assist vulnerable Australian communities in becoming better equipped to handle disasters. By participating in this event, we can play an active role in securing a safer future for our region.
Everyone is invited to join the Big Map session at the Slim Dusty Centre from 9 am to 3 pm on Friday 28 July. The event is free, with morning tea and lunch provided.
Let’s take a proactive step towards a more resilient community by working together and sharing our local knowledge and expertise.
