About this Event
Join us for Disaster Preparedness Day and take practical steps to protect yourself, your family and your community from natural disasters.
With cyclones, floods and severe weather posing risks across Far North Queensland, being prepared can make all the difference. Come along to learn how to create an emergency plan, prepare an emergency kit, stay informed with reliable weather alerts, and understand what to do before, during and after a disaster.
Discover helpful local resources and support services, Special guests from Centacare, SES, Fire + Rescue, Red Cross and Cairns Regional Council to help build your confidence in preparing for emergencies, and learn where to turn for assistance with recovery, housing, financial concerns and wellbeing following a disaster.
Whether you're just getting started or looking to update your household's emergency plan, this is a great opportunity to get informed, build resilience and connect with your community.
Be prepared. Stay informed. Stay safe. Together, we can build a more disaster-resilient community!Get disaster-ready! Learn how to prepare for cyclones, floods and emergencies, protect your family and build a safer, more resilient community.
Open to all registered Carers. If you're not yet registered with Carer Gateway, you can still reserve a spot and one of our friendly Hub Navigators will follow up with you.
*Carer Gateway is a national support service funded by the Australian Government. It provides free services for anyone caring for a family member or friend who has a disability, mental health condition, chronic health condition, terminal illness, or is frail aged.
Event venue & nearby stays
Wellways Cairns Carer Hub, 141-143 Abbott Street, CAIRNS, Australia
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