Volunteers play a critical role in times of disaster, and to better prepare for future events, Byron Shire Council, together with emergency response organisations, local services and groups will be holding three information sessions about volunteering in a disaster.

In the week of the third anniversary of the devastating 2022 floods this week, the government-run corporation, The NSW Reconstruction Authority (RA), tabled its 2023-24 annual report noting $54 million in wages.

The NSW government is inviting community consultation on newly released local government draft Disaster Adaptation Plans guidelines.

Thirty-three schools in the Northern Rivers region will be eligible for Disaster Supplementation for the remainder of 2022.

The NSW government’s Emergency Management Coordinator is a newly advertised position is to cover the area from the Central Coast to the North Coast with a starting salary of around $99K plus super.

If you’ve ever wanted to be a volunteer, the Community Carers and Responders might be where you can lend a hand.

It wouldn't be the first time generous people have been scammed by fake charities and in the wake of the Tonga disaster, Australia's charity regulator is urging a quick check before donating.

Northern Rivers communities are nothing if not resilient and The Channon community is preparing to take a proactive stance when it comes to disasters in the area.

A new website hopes to improve mental health recovery after disasters – bushfires, extreme weather, floods and other traumatic events.

Lismore Councillors are calling on both state and federal governments for support as the community and Council’s workforce suffer disaster fatigue.