Burdekin Shire Council has launched Prepared Pete, a new disaster mascot designed to teach children about storm readiness in a fun and engaging way. Named through a local school competition during Get Ready Week, Pete is already a hit with the community.

In January 1974, Cyclone Wanda triggered one of Queensland’s worst flood disasters, inundating thousands of homes and claiming 16 lives. Join environmental historian Dr Margaret Cook at Queensland State Archives on 22 May to reflect on the event’s causes, impacts, and lasting legacy.

A powerful image of proud participants from Carinbundi’s emergency preparedness program has won the 2024 Resilient Australia Awards People’s Choice. The Bundaberg-based NDIS provider’s photo celebrates confidence, growth, and resilience - and highlights the strength of inclusive community preparedness.

From urgent donations after Cyclone Jasper to supporting Wujal Wujal’s flood recovery, GIVIT has helped deliver thousands of essential items to those in need. Their impact earned them the 2024 Queensland Resilient Australia Community Award, recognising 15 years of compassion, coordination and community resilience.