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Governance of risk plays a central role in managing disaster risk. Disaster risk reduction (DRR) strategies, in particular, are crucial for coordinating DRR implementation at both the national and local levels. They serve as the cornerstone for effective disaster risk governance and risk-informed development.

National and local strategies set implementation milestones, establish key roles and responsibilities, and identify technical and financial resources. At the same time, the existence of regional/sub-regional strategies and/or legally binding frameworks for disaster risk reduction acts as a significant incentive for the development of DRR strategies at national level.

This page displays regional, national and local policy documents and declarations on disaster risk, climate adaptation and resilience:

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    Nature-based Solutions for flood mitigation in Australia - Book 1: National Guidelines thumbnail
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    Nature-based Solutions for flood mitigation in Australia

    This document provides the results of work by a research team from the Australian National University Institute for Climate, Energy & Disaster Solutions collaborating with communities in New South Wales and Queensland to explore Nature-based Solutions.

    Australian National University
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    Australia: The National Adaptation Plan

    This National Adaptation Plan is a step change in the Australian Government’s response to climate change.

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    Resilient Sydney Strategy 2025-2030

    The Resilient Sydney Strategy 2025-2030 is a program for Greater Sydney to build the capacity of individuals, communities, institutions, businesses and systems to survive, adapt and thrive in the face of chronic stresses and acute shocks.

    City of Sydney
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    Australia: National Health and Climate Strategy Implementation Plan 2024-2028

    The National Health and Climate Strategy (the Strategy) is a whole-of-government plan to address the health and wellbeing impacts of climate change:

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    Australia: New South Wales: State Disaster Mitigation Plan

    The New South Wales (NSW) Reconstruction Authority has developed Australia’s first State Disaster Mitigation Plan (SDMP).

    University of New South Wales
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    Australia National Health and Climate Strategy

    The National Health and Climate Strategy sets out a whole-of-government plan to address the health and wellbeing impacts of climate change and address the contribution of the health system to climate change. It was released on 3 December 2023.

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    South Australia: Health extreme heat and heatwave strategy

    This document provides strategic guidance, and is intended for use across SA Health, including the Department for Health and Wellbeing, Local Health Networks, SA Ambulance Service, Wellbeing SA and all other SA Health clinical support services.

    Government of South Australia
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    Australia: New South Wales State heatwave subplan

    This state Heatwave Sub Plan describes the strategic emergency management arrangements for heatwaves affecting New South Wales, including Lord Howe Island.

    New South Wales Government