‘Natural Disaster Resilience Kit’ launched for Queensland

The Queensland Government has created a new strategy to help ensure the long-term future for business owners in far north Queensland who were devastated by Cyclone Larry.

The Cyclone Recovery and Renewal – Economic and Business Strategy was announced by the Premier Peter Beattie at the 2006 Cyclone Summit 'Living with Cyclones'.

The strategy will boost long-term economic and business growth in the region and was developed in co-operation with regional industry groups, business associations and local governments.

“This input came from two business community forums staged by the Department of State Development and Trade and extensive one-on-one consultations with regional and industry groups,” Mr Beattie said.

The Premier said the Strategy’s initiatives include a ‘Natural Disaster Resilience Kit’ for business operators, which was launched earlier this week.

The Kit contains a brochure with information on becoming more resilient to natural disasters, as well as a poster that can be displayed in workplaces, and will be available through State Development Centres throughout Queensland. An online program makes up the bulk of the kit which will allow users to learn about business continuity.

“The online program will allow users to complete a series of checklists and then use the information to complete a Natural Disaster Resilience Plan for their business,” explained Mr Beattie. “There is much that business owners can do to minimise the impact of a natural disaster. Having insurance, cleaning up your premises, ensuring your building is secure to protect equipment, and having a plan in place can all make a difference.”

The Natural Disaster Resilience Kit

•Date: 8th Dec 2006• Region: Australia •Type: Article •Topic: DR general
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