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25.01.2022 The latest issue of the Australian Journal of Emergency Management is now available to read online: https://knowledge.aidr.org.au/resources/ajem-january-2021/

25.01.2022 Our Stewart & Heaton event is moving online in 2020 to continue the conversation about mental health and the fire and emergency services. Join Brendan Mott and Traci Carse (FRNSW) and Dr Sadhbh Joyce (Black Dog Institute) for this free webinar. Register: https://www.afac.com.au/meetings/meeting.aspx?eventId=20202

24.01.2022 We continue to battle historic wildfires, but were also battling this historic pandemic. The United States have requested firefighting assistance from Australia. AFAC CEO Stuart Ellis explains how international resource sharing will adapt in the COVID-era: www.abc.net.au//australian-firefighters-to-help-b/12600466

24.01.2022 Join us tomorrow - 13 August at 1.00pm AEST - for the second webinar in the NAFC aerial firefighting series. This weeks event invites guest speakers Phil Hurst, CEO Aerial Application Association of Australia and Ray Cronin, President Australian Helicopter Industry Association to provide an industry perspective on aerial firefighting in Australia. ... Moderated by experienced forester and emergency management leader Euan Ferguson, this free online event is tailored to AFAC members, senior operational sta, incident controllers, fire managers and aviation specialists. Register to attend: https://www.afac.com.au/meetings/meeting.aspx?eventId=20180

23.01.2022 Explore how new innovations and technology can build community resilience against catastrophic fire events with us at the virtual FireTech Global Expo this March. Register here: https://live.remo.co/e/firetech-2021-technology-an/register

23.01.2022 The Australian Fire Danger Rating System implementation team, together with all Australian jurisdictions, are finalising plans to manage both the implementation of the new AFDRS in 2022 and related preparatory changes. Learn more: https://www.afac.com.au//steps-forward-for-the-australian- Photo: Miguel Cruz/CSIRO

23.01.2022 The deployment of international fire specialists to Australia during the 201920 bushfire season rekindled a connection made five years earlier in Alberta, Canada. Two international colleagues discuss what they learnt while working across borders: https://bit.ly/2MIC57c

23.01.2022 On completion of their 31-day deployment, nine US firefighters reflected on their time based in Ovens, Victoria and shared their perspectives of working alongside foreign crews and navigating new hazards, terminology, rostering and social connections: https://bit.ly/2UnICs8

22.01.2022 Agencies are facing increasing pressure to allocate time and resources effectively to achieve their prescribed burn programs. The latest webinar from the Centre of Excellence for Prescribed Burning explores tools for optimising prescribed burn programs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9CixbR7vvb0&t=149s

22.01.2022 AFAC welcomes the Australian Governments announcement to provide $88.1 million over 10 years for future research into bushfires and natural hazards following the devastating 2019-20 fire season. Full statement: https://www.afac.com.au//afac-welcomes-research-funding-an

22.01.2022 Only 3 days left to submit your abstract to the #AFAC21 conference program! This year we will be exploring how we manage the consequences of major events and meet the expectations of the community and government. Make your submission here: https://www.afacconference.com.au/call-for-abstracts-2021

22.01.2022 This week the Australian Institute for Disaster Resilience is offering a free webinar event to support volunteer leaders. Volunteers make an invaluable contribution to our national fire and emergency service capability. Understand how to best engage, retain and motivate your volunteers, and explore trends in volunteering. Register to secure your place now: https://www.aidr.org.au/events/23841?locationId=23842... The Volunteer Leadership webinar series is presented in partnership with the Australian Red Cross

22.01.2022 What does resilience look like? Theres one week left to vote in the Peoples Choice Resilient Australia Photography Award. Browse the submissions that capture the resilience of people, landscapes and communities. Have your say at the AIDR Facebook page: https://bit.ly/2NFjPfb

21.01.2022 As key elements of the Australian Fire Danger Rating System development near completion, find out how the system is being built, and the four main components that work together to provide fire danger information: https://www.afac.com.au//what-is-the-australian-fire-dange Image: Miguel Cruz/CSIRO

21.01.2022 Canadian aerial firefighting pilot Ray Horton shares his experience of the 2019-20 Australian bushfire season, and the vital role of aerial information gathering for incident management and community preparedness: https://bit.ly/37atfIL

21.01.2022 #AFACTV spoke with a number of leading figures at the end of last year about the impact of climate change on the sector. Recorded before the latest devastating fire season commenced, the comments, concerns and thoughts about strategies moving ahead are not only poignant but more relevant than ever. #AFAC #emergencymanagement #climatechange

21.01.2022 An exciting development for global built environment resilience from the International Code Council.

20.01.2022 Queensland has secured a Bombardier Q400 water-bombing aircraft for the 2020-21 season through a lease arranged by the National Aerial Firefighting Centre. Its arrival from Canada faced some challenges due to COVID-19 travel and quarantine restrictions: https://bit.ly/35uoACB

20.01.2022 The Australian Warning System launched this month is a significant step forward in community safety and public information during hazard events. The system delivers clear and nationally consistent information for all hazards in all locations. Learn more: https://www.afac.com.au//newsletter/article/australian-war

18.01.2022 Collaborating and sharing knowledge is a critical part of Australias bushfire research capability. The Office of the Chief Scientist has released a mapping report of Australias bushfire research and technology capabilities. Find out more: https://bit.ly/2WtAmrr

18.01.2022 In place of the traditional annual event held at the National Emergency Services Memorial in Canberra, AFAC hosted a virtual National Memorial Service to remember those who have died in the line of duty. We invite you to view the service on the AFAC website: https://www.afac.com.au//ar/2020-national-memorial-service ACT Emergency Services Agency Forest Fire Management Victoria NSW Rural Fire Service Fire and Rescue NSW Coulson Aviation - Next Gen Firefighting

18.01.2022 The National Aerial Firefighting Centre continues the Simulation Webinar Series on 25 November with presentations from five different simulation vendors. Join this event to learn about the tools currently available in Australia and internationally for aviation training, and how they are being used. Register now: https://www.afac.com.au/meetings/meeting.aspx?eventId=20221

17.01.2022 R U OK? has released a conversation guide to help family and friends of police and emergency services workers and volunteers, including tips on when and how to ask, Are you OK? and respond appropriately if they say, No, I’m not." Learn more: https://www.afac.com.au//are-they-triple-ok---how-to-have-

17.01.2022 Mass timber construction is becoming the emerging norm for modern, sustainable buildings due to the numerous benefits of engineered timber structures. But what does this mean for fire safety design? Join Dr Juan P Hidalgo from The University of Queensland and ARC Future Timber Hub on September 3 at 2.00pm AEST to discuss building materials for sustainable and durable construction exposed to fire conditions. AFAC is excited to assist The Institution of Fire Engineers Australia to deliver series of online CPD events following the postponement of the IFE20 Conference in Adelaide. Register to attend: https://www.afac.com.au/meetings/meeting.aspx?eventId=20198

15.01.2022 TOMORROW: The use of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) in emergency services is growing as technology becomes cheaper and more accessible. Join us online as we explore a case study of the SA State Emergency Service RPAS program. Register to attend: https://www.afac.com.au/meetings/meeting.aspx?eventId=20220

14.01.2022 Join us this week as we explore a range of simulation tools currently available in Australia and internationally for aviation training, with insights from five different vendors about how each tool can be used. Register now for this free event: https://www.afac.com.au/meetings/meeting.aspx?eventId=20221

14.01.2022 August 2020 marks 20 years since the first operational deployment to the US by Australian and New Zealand firefighters. Two decades on, these arrangements continue to strengthen international relationships and firefighting capability. Read more: https://bit.ly/2Rkt7iN

14.01.2022 AFAC and the Motorola Solutions Foundation presented the virtual Knowledge Event Series on leading under pressure, with insights from jurisdictional leaders impacted by the recent protracted summer season. Watch highlights and find key resources here: https://bit.ly/2IEsHCG

14.01.2022 Fires and floods have wreaked havoc on Australian communities. In the last 20 years, natural disasters have taken over 350 lives and caused irreversible damage to communities, livelihoods and cultural lands. This needs to change. Together with Minderoo Foundation and over 40 partners, we are working to reduce the harm caused by fire and floods. ... Join us at our launch as we outline the blueprint for lifting Australia to be the global leader in fire and flood resilience by 2025. RSVP here: https://bit.ly/2F8ysXU #Resilience2025

13.01.2022 From the AFAC Predictive Services Webinar Series - Dr Andrew Sullivan (CSIRO) presents a historical overview of Alan McArthurs fire research and the development and various iterations of the meters used to calculate fire danger of Australian fuel types: https://youtu.be/jqZScCDseJg

13.01.2022 AFAC is calling young fire and emergency service volunteers aged between 16-25 to participate in the Positive Mental Health Research study. This short online survey will help us to understand and improve the mental health and wellbeing of young volunteers: https://bit.ly/2G47TDq

12.01.2022 While fire and emergency services protect their communities, they don’t always reflect them. Today, we release the 'Case for Change' report with Male Champions of Change to show how increasing our workforce diversity can strengthen our capability. https://malechampionsofchange.com/mcc-fire-and-emergency-c/

11.01.2022 Join us in a three-part webinar series with the National Aerial Firefighting Centre as we discuss how we better support Incident Management Teams and aerial management staff to best use aerial firefighting capability. The first webinar will explore recent and current research on aerial firefighting effectiveness with Chris Arnol, Chief Officer Tasmania Fire Service and Dr Matt Plucinski from CSIRO Land and Water. Register for the free 60-min webinar today: https://afac.zoom.us/web/register/WN_DTpsYzOsSEypgb0pAeLCyw

11.01.2022 Catch up on the last webinar in the NAFC Aerial Firefighting series. Hear the latest research on aerial firefighting effectiveness with insights from Chris Arnol Tasmania Fire Service and Dr Matt Plucinski CSIRO. Watch now: https://youtu.be/LqYfciv31bc

11.01.2022 A Winston Churchill Fellowship research project by Greg Toman (QFES) addressing mountain rescue takes a global look at rope rescue through consultation with rescue teams in Canada, USA, United Kingdom, Austria, France and Italy: https://bit.ly/2UozSC0 Image: Greg Toman

10.01.2022 In recognition that improving the gender diversity of our workforce builds overall capability, AFAC is proud to announce the launch of the 40:40:20 campaign. The campaign will use AFAC Collaboration Groups as talent development opportunities and balance them with 40 percent women, 40 percent men, and 20 percent either or non-identified. The campaign supports the Male Champions of Change (MCC) Fire and Emergency Groups commitment to increase womens representation as chairs and members of the groups to 40 percent by the end of 2020.

10.01.2022 Perspectives from the sector: AFAC CEO Stuart Ellis chats with Michael Morgan, Chief Officer, South Australian Metropolitan Fire Service about recruitment, creating supportive workplaces for women and people of diverse backgrounds, and firefighter health: https://bit.ly/30lvjvX

10.01.2022 Our annual research poster display is a popular feature of the AFAC Conference and Exhibition. Although AFAC20 is postponed this year, you can still browse a great collection of conference posters from AIDR on Twitter as part of #ADRC20 #KnowledgeWeek. Follow #ADRC20Posters next week to to view all the submissions and connect with presenters. Theres still time to register for the online event! Explore the full program: aidr.org.au/adrc

08.01.2022 The AFAC Volunteer Management Technical Group has instigated new research into the mental health and wellbeing of emergency management volunteers between the ages of 1625, supported by the Bushfire and Natural Hazards CRC Tactical Research Fund: https://bit.ly/392AUts

07.01.2022 The Lessons Management Forum has moved online in 2020. The series begins with Queensland IGEM Alistair Dawson and Victorian IGEM Tony Pearce on their experiences reviewing the recent bushfire events and comparing them with previous reviews. Free to attend: https://www.afac.com.au/meetings/meeting.aspx?eventId=20178

07.01.2022 The latest event in the AFAC Predictive Services Webinar Series explored the current and future capabilities of the Australian Flammability Monitoring System with Dr Marta Yebra (ANU/BNHCRC). The webinar is available to view free on AFAC's YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/1dETrZq8tis

07.01.2022 The next event in the AFAC Predictive Services Webinar Series explores the Australian Flammability Monitoring System. Join 12 pm AEDT on 28 November as Dr Marta Yebra (ANU) presents the current and future capabilities. Register now for this free event: https://www.afac.com.au/meetings/meeting.aspx?eventId=20224

07.01.2022 TOMORROW: Join the discussion about mental health of fire and emergency service personnel during our Stewart & Heaton webinar. We explore FRNSW peer support and wellbeing programs and the customised Resilience at Work (RAW) Mind Coach program. Register: https://www.afac.com.au/meetings/meeting.aspx?eventId=20202

06.01.2022 The National Aerial Firefighting Centre (NAFC) Strategic Committee has approved a new plan to build national capability and capacity for use of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) in fire and emergency services. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3bXuWeI

06.01.2022 Don't miss out! Today is the last day to submit your abstract to the #AFAC21 conference program. Submissions close 11.59pm: https://www.afacconference.com.au/call-for-abstracts-2021

05.01.2022 The Stewart & Heaton Leading Practice in Mental Health event returns in 2020 as a two-part webinar series. Join us on 15 September for part one to explore Fire and Rescue NSWs peer support and mental health programs and the launch of the customised Resilience at Work (RAW) Mind Coach training program. Developed in partnership with the Black Dog Institute, RAW Mind Coach is the worlds first mindfulness-based resilience training program is delivered wholly online. Sponsored by Stewart & Heaton Clothing Company, this webinar series is free to attend. Register now: https://www.afac.com.au/meetings/meeting.aspx?eventId=20202

05.01.2022 Ahead of the next NAFC aviation simulation webinar tomorrow, catch up on the first event on simulation integration at the Hinton Training Centre in Alberta, Canada: https://youtu.be/aZqnVtSvwig There's still time to register for tomorrow's showcase event: https://www.afac.com.au/meetings/meeting.aspx?eventId=20221

05.01.2022 The AFAC National Resource Sharing Centre received a request for assistance from the US on 24 August. While the request was withdrawn due to easing conditions, the process allowed international partners to prepare for deployment arrangements amid COVID-19: https://bit.ly/3kaXTHd

04.01.2022 Join us tomorrow as the AFAC Predictive Services Practitioners Network invites Dr Miguel Cruz (CSIRO) to present their latest webinar on fire spread and its prediction in wheat crops. Webinar starts 12pm AEST Tues 4 August. Details: https://www.afac.com.au/meetings/meeting.aspx?eventId=20197

03.01.2022 Be part of the AFAC21 powered by INTERSCHUTZ program in Sydney next year - Australasia's largest emergency management conference. This year's theme is 'Balancing impact and expectations'. The Call for Abstracts is now open - make your submission here: https://www.afacconference.com.au/call-for-abstracts-2021

03.01.2022 Hear from climate scientists and emergency services practitioners about the prospects of a La Nia season with increased flood risk, along with the practical difficulties COVID-19 imposes on emergency service, other agencies, and communities. Register below to join this free webinar event on 23 Sept. This event has been organised by the Climate Change Institute and the Disaster Risk Science Institute at The Australian National University, and is co-hosted with AFAC.

03.01.2022 The latest webinar in our Predictive Services series 'Where are we going with soil moisture?' is now available to watch on YouTube. Soil moisture content is a key control on fuel moisture, which influences flammability and fire danger. Watch the webinar now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N1YVaLvzZNM&t=28s

03.01.2022 The Lessons Management webinar series ensure we dont just identify our lessons, but we actively engage with them. TOMORROW: Join Queensland IGEM Alistair Dawson and Victorian IGEM Tony Pearce as they discuss their reviews of the recent bushfire season: https://www.afac.com.au/meetings/meeting.aspx?eventId=20178

03.01.2022 Land use planning plays a key role in hazard preparedness. Tune in for this free webinar to explore best practice from the Land Use Planning for Disaster Resilient Communities Handbook and hear from leading experts on how we can build for resilience. Register: https://www.aidr.org.au/events/23994?locationId=23995

02.01.2022 A new webinar from AFACs Predictive Services Group, RMIT and the Bushfire and Natural Hazards CRC discusses active fire detection using multivariate spatio-temporally adaptive threshold remote sensing from the Himawari-8 geostationary satellite. Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JVbfpFxZHB0&t=476s

02.01.2022 AFAC and the Australasian Procurement and Construction Council Inc have finalised a Terms of Reference for a collaborative effort to address current and emerging challenges in strategic procurement by sharing capabilities, experience and knowledge: https://bit.ly/3jaALbX

02.01.2022 Funding is available through Women & Leadership Australia to support the development of female leaders across Australia's police, defence and emergency services sector. The initiative is providing women with grants of between $1000 and $5000 to enable participation in one of three leadership development courses designed for emerging through to senior leaders. Find out more and register your interest by completing the expression of interest form here prior to 19th March: https://www.wla.edu.au/policedefenceemergencyservices.html

02.01.2022 The use of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) in fire and emergency services is growing as technology becomes cheaper and more accessible. Watch a NAFC webinar case study of the SA State Emergency Service RPAS program on the AFAC YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/6bRLQQTgMf4

01.01.2022 After a successful 2019 Lessons Management Forum, AFAC and AIDR are excited to announce a free Lessons Management webinar series in 2020. Join us for the first webinar in the series and gain insights from Alistair Dawson, Inspector-General Emergency Management Queensland Inspector-General Emergency Management and Tony Pearce, Victorias Inspector-General for Emergency Management Inspector-General for Emergency Management as they share their experiences on reviewing recent bushfire seasons and comparing them with previous reviews. Register for our free webinar event: https://bit.ly/3gElmyw

01.01.2022 Remotely Piloted Aircrafts (RPAS) use in emergency services is attracting increasing attention as technology becomes cheaper and more accessible. Join us next week as we explore a case study of the SA State Emergency Service RPAS program. Register to attend: https://www.afac.com.au/meetings/meeting.aspx?eventId=20220

01.01.2022 Community engagement is a critical component of emergency management to reduce disaster risk and strengthen resilience. Join the Community Engagement for Disaster Resilience handbook authors and leading experts in this free webinar event as they discuss the principles and practice outlined in the recent publication. For more information and to register: www.aidr.org.au/events/24303?locationId=24304... The Community Engagement for Disaster Resilience Handbook Showcase webinar is part of #ADRC20 #KnowledgeWeek www.aidr.org.au/adrc