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Mums of the Hills Inc (MotHs) is dedicated to supporting women through the years of motherhood, connecting mothers to services and promoting local businesses. MotHs was created as a local online private group in 2015. Likewise, MotH’s subsidiary groups including MotHs Market, MotHs Kitchen, Business Mums of the Hills and Single MotHs are equally dedicated…

ResilientCo are resilience-building, risk management specialists with deep expertise gained from real experiences in emergencies, community building and sustainability. They provide services in resilience strategy development, disaster and emergency management planning, crisis leadership and training, independent reviews and actionable outcomes, community resilience building and climate risk and sustainability. Check out their work and get in…

Over a quarter of Kempsey Shire’s 30,280 population (according to 2021 census) is aged between 0 – 24, demonstrating a significant need for youth voices to be heard. Their insights can help shape programs, policies, and initiatives that directly impact their lives, ensuring services are relevant and effective for now and the future. Directly involving…

In the Huon Valley, the ‘Resilient Rainbows’ aims to create a supportive and inclusive environment where LGBTQIA+ individuals feel valued and empowered, reducing isolation and vulnerability in rural communities where support networks may be limited Recognising the unique vulnerabilities faced by the LGBTQIA+ community during natural emergencies and disasters, the community aims to address their…

The Port Phillip Emergency Climate Action Network is an alliance of local environmental groups who aim to create and sustain a strong climate action movement in Port Phillip to address the climate crisis.Port Phillip’s bayside location makes it especially prone to the impacts of this climate emergency. Its citizens are also amongst Australia’s most progressive…

DisasterWISE reimagines a future where we work together to enable communities to lead on the matters that affect them most. As Australian communities face increasing challenges from climate-related disasters, the DisasterWISE Communities Network emerges as a beacon of hope and solidarity, connecting people, ways of knowing and stories in pursuit of just and thriving futures.…

Listening to people affected by disaster is the first step towards reshaping disaster recovery. This site hosts a map of Australia populated with entries and stories from royal commissions and government inquiries published between 2000 2024. The map logs experiences of disaster and disaster recovery, detailing per entry what happened, what worked, and what still…

This tool, provided by Resilient Community Organisations, allows organisations to benchmark where they are at in terms of having built disaster resilience, and then undertake the Six Steps to Disaster Resilience, enabling organisations to take transformative action. Check out where your organisation lands here:https://resilience.acoss.org.au/

Big Map activity aims to better understand community complexities and develop its risk profile based on exposure within an all-hazard environment. It brings everyone together to develop a collaborative approach to resilience and recovery. Understanding, measuring and assessing community resilience requires a keen awareness of the links and relationships between various levels of governance and…

TAG is a playful workshop that simulates how you and your community respond to the next ten years of climate change in your town. TAG provides a fictional experience of ‘living through’ three natural disasters in their local area. TAG enables players to create their own place-based storylines that clearly and meaningfully humanises the concept…

At this site, Climate Council has compiled some resources for extra support for those experiencing climate-induced mental health impacts. This includes contributions from Climate Council’s Mental Health Survey, Beyond Blue, Phoenix Australia, Psychology for a safe climate, Kids helpline, Headspace and Mental health first aid Australia. Check out the resources here:https://www.climatecouncil.org.au/resources/mental-health-disaster-recovery-resources/

At this site you will find a range of legal information resources and links to other sources of legal information for individuals, small businesses, community lawyers, and other frontline workers. The hub has been designed to support communities prepare for and respond to disaster events, such as bushfires and flooding. Check it out if you…

Phoenix Australia is the National Centre of Excellence in Posttraumatic Mental Health. They support those struggling with the impacts of trauma in a range of ways, including through clinical services, expert resources, and world-leading research. Their role is to help frontline workers, and community leaders ensure they are delivering best practice care for those affected…

The Paddock is a vodcast/podcast from Buloke Shire about resilience and determination in Buloke, and the strategies for effectively navigating the impacts of climate change on the community and creating a brighter future. Check out their episodes here:https://www.buloke.vic.gov.au/the-paddock-the-goals

Plan C’s mission is to build the resilience and regenerative capacities of Northern Rivers and Australian communities in the face of disasters and crises. Their aims include: Check out their work and get in touch here:https://www.planc.org.au/

The CCR network supports greater crisis prevention, preparedness, response and recovery at the community level. It does so by setting up a network of volunteer CCRs, who form a trained and connected network of leaders dedicated to community cohesion and resilience.CCRs receive 5 days of free training, which include self-care, disaster resilience, community building, emergency…

The CCR network supports greater crisis prevention, preparedness, response and recovery at the community level. It does so by setting up a network of volunteer CCRs, who form a trained and connected network of leaders dedicated to community cohesion and resilience.CCRs receive 5 days of free training, which include self-care, disaster resilience, community building, emergency…

Community Consultative Body for Lake Conjola, Conjola Park and Fishermans Paradise. Conjola Community Association coordinates disaster recovery and keeps community members up to date with environmental change in the Lake Conjola area. Check them out here:https://www.facebook.com/conjolacommunityassociation/

Transformation of 1.6km of existing concrete channel into a natural waterway. The channel is located in a heavily urbanised catchment and works will take place over five years of staged construction. The community has been actively involved in the design of the waterway works through a range of community workshops and events held early in…

This site contains a wealth of case studies of water sensitive solutions in cities, helping cities use water in a climate-friendly way to enhance resilience. The detailed case studies capture and communicate the lessons learned from the early adoption of research knowledge in real-life projects. These have been developed in collaboration with project stakeholders to…

Tool Library Alliance is an up-and-coming directory for tools regarding social organisation, community building, and developing resilient communities – just to name a few! Keep an eye out for its launch and check it out here:https://toollibraryalliance.org/

Transition Australia is a movement you can join. It is about communities coming together to address the big challenges we face by starting local. One of the key features of Transition is to motivate and support others. Transition Australia was set up to allow Transition Groups in Australia to share connect and support each other.…

Regen Melbourne was born in the dual crisis of the Black Summer fires and the COVID-19 pandemic. A small group of interested organisations and individuals quickly became a larger group and a nine-month community-led research process began. They explored their collective vision for a regenerative Melbourne and included participatory workshops, leadership interviews, roundtables, and countless…

This resource provides insight on how to set up a Repair Cafe – a key location in a functioning circular economy. Repair cafes (also called ‘repair hubs or ‘repair corners’) are places where experts repair household items, share tools, and teach others repair skills to keep broken household items out of landfill. Repair hubs and…

The plan will identify ways in which the Tarnagulla community might enhance their resilience to a changing climate and develop adaptive capacities at the individual, family and community levels.The project will work to develop the community’s first Resilience Action Plan (that will be reviewed after 5 years) by working with the Tarnagulla community to understand…

The Benalla Sustainable Future Group was established in 2010 by local residents who were concerned about the issue of sustainability and the lack of action on climate change both locally and nationally.. The primary purpose of the Benalla Sustainable Future Group is to protect and enhance the natural and built environment by promoting sustainable living…

This website has all the Regional Adaptation Strategies (RAS) listed for different regions around Victoria, such as Gippsland, Barwon South West, Hume, the Grampians, Greater Melbourne, and Loddon Mallee. Check out all the plans and strategies here:https://www.climatechange.vic.gov.au/supporting-local-action-on-climate-change

In 2023, the nine neighbourhood houses in the City of Yarra worked together to consider how we could make our houses more sustainable and resilient to the impacts of climate change, and support the community to do the same. The result was the Yarra Neighbourhood House Network Climate Action & Resilience Plan. This is our…

Byron Shire Community Housing is modelled on internationally recognised Community Land Trust models. These are ethical, not-for-profit, organisations that own real estate to benefit a local community. The primary purpose of a Community Land Trust is to create permanent rental opportunities for generations of low-to-moderate income households adversely impacted by market conditions. Check out their…

Established in 2003, the Northern Rivers Community Foundation (NRCF) is a community-based philanthropic organisation that leads positive change across the Northern Rivers by empowering communities to thrive. They build healthy and resilient communities by supporting local not-for-profit and grassroots organisations who are tackling challenging social and environmental problems. They connect Northern Rivers’ wonderful giving community…

Resilient Lismore Inc. is a registered charity and a grassroots, community based organisation that is dedicated to fostering disaster preparedness, recovery, and resilience in Lismore and the Northern Rivers. Their mission is to build connected and thriving communities, that are well-equipped to handle and recover from emergencies and climate disasters. They strive to deliver and…

The Wararack is a coalition formed to regenerate Mount Alexander Shire. Their goal is to collectively build resilience, equity and care for Country into their systems and culture, while transitioning their shire to zero net emissions. Valuing First Nations knowledge and leadership, listening to and caring for their unique natural environment and ensuring their processes…

The Centre of Resilience (CoR) is a community development model piloted at the Emerald Community House (ECH) and was created to underpin the ECH strategic plan that guides decisions in a high-risk environment. The CoR is committed to resilience building ideas and community development initiatives which stimulate collective community strength and durability to develop a…

Friends of Gippsland Lakes is a not-for-profit independent group that is dedicated to preserving the Lakes in their best condition for future generations. They believe in a positive and co-operative approach, and decision making based on evidential data and science. They work with Traditional Owners and the various Government agencies and other conservation groups that…

This site is for people who would like to prepare their homes and themselves for the effects of climate change that are living in the Otways region. The Otways is the land of the Gadubanud and Gulidjan people of the Maar Nation. It is OCA’s hope that all Australians will come to see it as…

Baw Baw Sustainability Network is an independent not-for-profit group bridging the gap between talk and action on sustainable living. BBSN began in 2007 when a group of ordinary people from around the West Gippsland and Baw Baw Shire area, concerned about the environmental situation of the planet, decided to form a sustainability group. The Network…

GCCN is a network of concerned Gippsland residents looking to build partnerships, connect people with information and opportunities, support and deliver climate-positive initiatives with social, economic, and environmental benefits in the Gippsland region. Check out their actions, work and get involved here:https://www.gccn.org.au/

Localising Leanganook, established as a community initiative in 2016, emerged out of the Local Lives Global Matters conference held in Castlemaine in October 2015. Centred in Mt Alexander shire, Localising Leanganook brings community members together to further explore themes central to the conference: sustaining viable local economies; acting on social and ecological justice; reclaiming democracy;…

Connecting Communities Australia believes a connected Australia is stronger, fairer, and more equal. We work to enhance connection nationwide through our tailored community and school programs. Their disaster preparedness initiatives help at-risk communities mitigate disaster impacts, while their resilience and recovery programs support communities still recovering, often filling gaps left by other support providers.Their projects…

A network of 17 committed local government, catchment management, state government, & alpine resort partners across the Goulburn and Upper Murray regions, responding and adapting to climate change through innovative projects and research. Council members include: Alpine Shire Council, Greater Shepparton, Alpine Resorts Victoria, Indigo Shire Council, Mitchell Shire Council, Mansfield Shire, Benalla Rural City,…

The Eastern Alliance for Greenhouse Action (EAGA) is a formal collaboration of eight Councils in Melbourne’s east, working together on regional programs that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and facilitate adaptation. Member councils include: Maroondah City Council, Whitehorse City Council, the City of Stonnington, City of Glen Eira, Yarra Ranges Council, City of Monash, Knox City…

A FORMAL COLLABORATIVE PARTNERSHIP OF local governments and other ORGANISATIONS IN SOUTH WEST VICTORIA responding collaboratively to the demands of climate change. AS A MEMBERSHIP BASED PARTNERSHIP, the CLIMATE ALLIANCE IS FUNDED, RUN, AND MANAGED BY OUR MEMBERS ​FOR THE MUTUAL BENEFIT OF THE REGION. The alliance includes 7 local governments (Borough of Queenscliffe, Warrnambool…

NAGA is a network of nine councils in Melbourne’s north, working together to create a zero-carbon society and provide maximum protection against the impacts of climate change. The group includes: Banyule City Council, the City of Darebin, Hume City Council, Manningham, City of Melbourne, Merri-bek City Council, Nillumbik Shire, City of Whittlesea and City of…

The South East Councils Climate Change Alliance is made up of eight local governments in the South East of Melbourne: Bass Coast, Bayside City Council, Cardinia, City of Casey, Greater Dandenong, Mornington Peninsula Shire, City of Kingston and City of Port Phillip. These councils are united in their approach to mitigate climate change, but also…

The Western Alliance for Greenhouse Action (WAGA) is a partnership of seven councils to the west of Melbourne. Its members are the Cities of Brimbank, Hobsons Bay, Maribyrnong, Melton, Moonee Valley and Wyndham, and the Shire of Moorabool. WAGA councils work collaboratively to respond to climate change across the region and encourage their communities –…

Gippsland Alliance for Climate Action (GACA) is a formal collaboration of councils across Gippsland working on climate change. GACA works with member councils to deliver regional climate mitigation and adaptation projects, and provides a key platform for information sharing between councils. GACA is one of eight Greenhouse Alliances, who together form the Victorian Greenhouse Alliances.The…

Victorian Climate Resilient Councils (VCRC) will be a program to support Victorian councils to manage and reduce climate change risks impacting their services and operations. Stay in contact to be first to hear about the implementation of VCRC. The VCRC consists of five steps councils can work through on their climate resilience journey, (1) assessing capacity and securing support,…

Campbelltown City Council has partnered with local Pacific community leaders to develop and deliver effective strategies for raising awareness among Pacific community members living and working within the Campbelltown Local Government Area (LGA) about how to reduce their risks from natural hazards, including severe storms, floods, bushfires and heatwaves. Check out their report and resources…

Warburton, in Victoria’s Yarra Ranges, is highly vulnerable to the effects of climate change, and the risk of fires in particular. Its geographic location and topography in the Ranges, the singular road in and out, have heightened the awareness of residents toward their risk of emergency. They’re also aware of the impact of tourists in…

There is some work underway in Junortoun to make the community more resilient. Members of the community have teamed up with The Resilience Canopy for a project. Keep up to date with it here:https://www.resiliencecanopy.com.au/canopy-communities/community-profile?community_id=reccLP6cC3v4J2ee3

Carisbrook, in middle of Victoria’s Central Goldfields region is a little town with a big history. They’re looking to reinvigorate the heart of their town, and build stronger connections within their small community. Being vulnerable to floods over recent years have helped them prioritise their need for a community led solution to deal with such…

Celebrating its 20th Anniversary in 2024, Spadco has been a backbone of community connection in Stuarts Point for many years. Half an hour from Kempsey, the 1,500 residents of Stuarts Point are enveloped by bushland and pristine coastline, but also face risks of fire, flood and rising groundwater. Future development opportunities also present changes to…

Surrounded by nature, Gympie is a place where coastal beauty and agricultural hinterlands meet. Tourism drawcard, Fraser Island (K’gari) is right on the doorstep of the region, making Gympie a regular spot for Sunshine Coast visitors. But Gympie is not a transient town. Young people in Gympie, as the next generation of community leaders and…

Set among the natural landscape, the rural residents of Seaview Park in WA are working together against the challenges of living within this unique natural and vegetation-dense setting. The community knows that living with nature requires them to be environmental stewards – conscious of nature loss, coastal erosion and urban sprawl and also prepared for…

Marong is a growth community, 15km west of Bendigo, surrounded by forests and farming lands. As young families continue to move to the area and grow the population, Marong has a strong opportunity to grow its social connectedness and work toward community goals. Marong’s Community Action Group hopes bringing these groups within the community together…

Millgrove’s Community Resilience Plan, complements the Millgrove Community Plan 2021. It focuses on how the community can best prepare themselves to meet natural hazards being faced, particularly fires and floods. The Plan represents a starting point, and the Millgrove Residents Action Group (MRAG) has been working with the support of the Minderoo Foundation and ResilientCo…

This group and website is dedicated to sharing tools, resources, news, emergency plans and useful links for residents, visitors and the wider community of Warburton, Victoria. Check it out here:https://www.warburtonemergency.org.au/

The East Gippsland Climate Action Network is a team of volunteers living in East Gippsland asking for action, in line with the accepted science, to urgently and effectively tackle global heating. They partake in workshops and climate ready games/exercises. Check them out here:https://climate-news.org/

In July 2021, Kingston’s Climate and Ecological Emergency Response Plan was endorsed to guide urgent action.  Their ultimate target is: To have the biggest impact in the shortest time, the priority areas they have identified are: low carbon living, future proof industry, sustainable transport, transforming council, capturing carbon and adapting to climate change. Check out the project and get…

Span Community House is a dynamic hub of community, learning, assistance, support and sustainability, in the heart of Thornbury, providing community development opportunities.They offer a diverse range of programs covering areas from digital literacy to art, health and wellbeing to gardening. They offer skill development, pathways to further study or employment, information sharing, support and…

The Grit and Resilience Program (Social Inclusion Action Groups – SIAG), is funded through the Victorian State Government, based on recommendation 15 of the Royal Commission into Victoria’s Mental Health System.Taking the learnings from the successfully run initial four-year Grit and Resilience Program, the evolved Grit and Resilience Program brings together community and organisations to:…

Incorporation of the Kangaroo Valley Community Bushfire Committee (KVCBC), to become Kangaroo Valley Community Association for Disaster Resilience, known as Resilient KV, is proceeding. Check out their website as the group develops here:https://kangaroovalley.nsw.au/resilientkv/

REGEN GIPPSLAND IS A PLATFORM FOR AMBITIOUS COLLABORATION IN SERVICE TO THE REGION. POWERED BY A GROWING ALLIANCE OF ORGANISATIONS. Regen Gippsland aims to channel the collective power of the alliance to enable the transition to a future that better serves people and the planet. Using the philosophy of doughnut economics, Regen Gippsland is a…

The City of Melbourne is taking many measures to adapt and mitigate climate change and has been recognised for its leadership in responding to both. Their Climate Change Adaptation Strategy provides more information about their actions to cushion, neutralise, adjust or avoid climate change impacts. It identifies climate change risks for the municipality, including critical…

Regional communities are vital to Australia’s net zero transition. From new industrial infrastructure to workforce and population change, regions are bearing the brunt of change. Significant change brings great risks and opportunities. Australia can set the standards that will address the challenges of the net zero transition in ways that transform our economy for the…

Port Phillip Council is teaming up with The Resilience Canopy for training sessions on how communities in the Port Phillip area can develop local climate adaptation initiatives. Through the program, people can join the supportive network of the Canopy Collective, receive expert training, engage in an exploratory process, and transform their ideas into action with…

The goals of the NENA Localisation Hub are: Check out their resources here:https://www.neweconomy.org.au/nena-hubs/sector/localisation/

Gender and Disaster Australia or ‘GADAus’ is the leading national organisation offering evidence-based education, training and resources to address the harmful impacts of gendered expectations in disaster.Leading a range of initiatives — developed with critical input from disaster survivors, leaders and personnel in emergency management, academia, and government — GADAus promotes the prevention and control…

The Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal (FRRR) provides numerous grant schemes for rural communities to build connection and invest in their future. Community groups have come together in Colac, Maryborough and Swan Hill to discuss how a meaningful difference can be made in their community, and greater resilience achieved. Check out all the initiatives…

The Resilience Canopy is a nation-wide program with a growing network of partners and communities. ​Building and sharing knowledge about ways to build resilient communities, this evolving community of practice aims to create a ripple effect that will embed itself for generations. With the dedicated support of legacy philanthropic partners, they are committed to ensuring…

Research shows that the drivers of resilience are complex and thus require holistic, socio-ecological responses. Underpinned by interdisciplinary approaches and youth-centred, participatory methods, the Young and Resilient Research Centre (incorporating the Intergener8 Living Lab) generates evidence-based policy and practice outcomes that leverage the digital to strengthen the resilience of young people and their communities. Get…

The Disaster Resilient Australia-New Zealand School Education Network (DRANZSEN) is a national initiative of the Australian Institute for Disaster Resilience. DRANZSEN brings together educators, emergency services, community organisations, researchers and others working with young people to develop knowledge, skills and solutions for a disaster resilient future. Through authentic learning partnerships, DRANZSEN invites young people to…

When reporting on disaster risk, response, recovery, and resilience, it is crucial to adopt a trauma-informed approach, particularly when targeting Australian readers and young people. Traumatic events can have a significant impact on individuals and communities, and media coverage plays a vital role in shaping public perceptions.This guide aims to provide communication and media teams…

Young people are deeply concerned about issues of climate change and disasters and have the most investment in the future. By actively involving them in preparation and planning, asking for their advice and ideas and listening to their concerns, young people will feel empowered as active members of their communities. Youth workers should advocate for…

Young people are uniquely impacted by disasters, often affecting work, study, and the critical resources like phone reception, internet and roads which keep young people connected to their communities. Find out more about how young people are affected by different disasters below, and resources YACV have developed to ensure we include and engage young people…

RediCommunities is an Australian Red Cross facilitated program that empowers high hazard risk communities to develop and implement their own disaster resilience action plans and implement high-impact initiatives.Acknowledging that local communities know their own history, strengths, risks, people, resources, capacities and geographical location best, RediCommunities embeds an Australian Red Cross officer within a Local Government…

Australian Red Cross provides a guide to establishing and developing Community-Led Resilience Teams in local communities. From Seven Easy Steps to help you begin, to a list of resources and emergency info you can integrate, the guide is comprehensive and useful for anyone looking to create their own resilience teams in their local communities. Check…

The Australian Institute for Disaster Resilience (AIDR) is the National Institute for disaster risk reduction and resilience. We collaborate across sectors to strengthen the resilience of Australian communities to disasters. AIDR creates, grows, and supports a range of networks; provides opportunities for learning, development, and innovation; shares knowledge and resources to enable informed decision making…

The Volunteer Leadership Program (VLP) equips volunteers from community organisations, not-for-profits, disaster relief organisations and local government within the emergency management sector, with the skills and confidence to grow as leaders. The VLP experience is immersive and collaborative, bringing together volunteers from different organisations and agencies to build knowledge and share experiences with each other.…

This site includes a heap of information on how Community Land Trusts (CLTs) can work in Australia. They provide guides on how to set one up, and a list of definitive Australian CLT Manuals, reports, papers, and links to relevant articles. Check it out here:https://www.australiancltnetwork.org.au/australian

Grounded is a not-for-profit organisation established to advocate, incubate and accelerate the development of Community Land Trusts in Australia. The group has come together to ensure a diverse mix of housing models is possible. Their name is borne out of the need for more realistic land prices, out of grounding a community with a commitment…

Yarra Trams and City of Melbourne are planting drought-tolerant grasses and flowers native to Victoria’s volcanic plains on the roofs of tram stops. About 250 square metres of garden have been installed on Melbourne tram stop roofs as of mid-2023. Check it out here:https://www.abc.net.au/news/2022-12-10/melbourne-tram-stop-roof-gardens-trial-funded/101757528

Which Plant Where is a free subscription based service developed by Macquarie University, Western Sydney University and Hort Innovation to provide growers, government, landscape architects and urban greening professionals with integrated tools and resources to enable climate ready decision making and to develop resilient green spaces of the future. Any visitors to their site can…

The new initiative gives residents the chance to sponsor the planting of a tree with the option of adding a customised plaque to their ‘adopted’ tree, which may be in commemoration message or on behalf family members and friends. Adopters can choose the size of tree from a selection of species which are more resilient…

WardellCORE is a community-centred recovery and service hub focused on wellbeing and social care aligning with the NSW Recovery Plan. Their vision is to enable our community to deliver its own recovery journey and construct long term solutions that align with the National Principles for Disaster Recovery. They seek to develop and resource programs in…

Community Engagement for Disaster Risk Reduction is a University of Melbourne led research project aiming to survey and discuss with communities about their experiences and perceptions of risk. They do this through facilitating and support community connections, including how these engagements shape the actions communities take (and don’t take) to prepare for disasters of all…

Project Resilience is Disaster Relief Australia’s (DRA) nationwide multiple-phase community engagement project, aimed at increasing Australian communities’ resilience to disasters. The Project was initiated as a contribution to the Minderoo Foundation Resilient Communities Initiative, aimed at lifting Australia’s 50 most vulnerable communities to be on par with our most resilient ones by 2025. DRA’s Project…

This Facebook group is full of like-minded rural Victorians seeking action on climate change in the form of resilience. Members share their resilience initiatives, provide helpful links and resources, and get in touch regarding community events. Check them out and get involved here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/275682266876347

Gather My Crew is an Australian charity on a mission to make helping and caring simple, by creating a platform for ‘coordinated informal care’. This is to fill gaps in the current health and community care systems, ensuring everyday Australians have the platform to step up and look after each other, and making community-led, informal…

The Urban Land Institute is a nonprofit education and research institute supported by its members. Its Urban Resilience program is focused on how buildings, cities and communities can be more resilient to the impacts of climate change and other environmental vulnerabilities. The program works with ULI members to provide technical assistance, advance knowledge through research,…

Fire to Flourish is a long-term community impact program providing direct support to communities as the first and last responders to disasters. Led by Monash University, they are partnering with four communities recently affected by disasters to co-create innovative approaches in community-led disaster recovery and long-term resilience. These communities are in: East Gippsland (Vic), Eurobodalla,…

Fire to Flourish is a long-term community impact program providing direct support to communities as the first and last responders to disasters. Led by Monash University, they are partnering with four communities recently affected by disasters to co-create innovative approaches in community-led disaster recovery and long-term resilience. These communities are in: East Gippsland (Vic), Eurobodalla,…

Fire to Flourish is a long-term community impact program providing direct support to communities as the first and last responders to disasters. Led by Monash University, they are partnering with four communities recently affected by disasters to co-create innovative approaches in community-led disaster recovery and long-term resilience. These communities are in: East Gippsland (Vic), Eurobodalla,…

Fire to Flourish is a long-term community impact program providing direct support to communities as the first and last responders to disasters. Led by Monash University, they are partnering with four communities recently affected by disasters to co-create innovative approaches in community-led disaster recovery and long-term resilience. These communities are in: East Gippsland (Vic), Eurobodalla,…

Biolinks Alliance is the only organisation that brings people together to restore and protect public and private lands across Central Victoria. They do this through building scientific knowledge and mobilising people to take urgent action for meaningful change. Their team go beyond current practice in our catalytic pilot projects, sharing our innovative methods and scientific…

Wyndham City Council is taking a stand against heat islands and urban sprawl, with a report that criticises the ‘monotonous’ looks and poor liveability of suburban estates. The Council is pushing for more trees, less garages and black tiled roofs, amongst other things. Check it out here:https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/melbourne-mornings/wyndham-town-planning-laws-heat-islands/103089022

YourHome is an Australian Government page with subpage ‘Adapting to climate change’ that details how homes can be designed to better withstand the weather impacts of climate change, such as extreme heat, bushfires, severe thunderstorms and rainfall, cyclones and extreme wind, floods, low rainfall, and sea level rise and storm surge. Access it here:https://www.yourhome.gov.au/live-adapt/adapting-climate-change

Retrofit and Decommodify housing, Collectively and in Solidarity. The goal of RAD is to collectively acquire, retrofit, and decommodify existing suburban housing so that all can live in resilient and affordable housing. This goal has emerged in response to both the climate crisis and the housing crisis. Get in contact and find out more here:https://radhousing.org/

Central Victorian Greenhouse Alliance (CVGA) is a network of 13 local governments working collaboratively on climate action across central and north west Victoria. Their vision is a climate positive region by 2035 that is prepared for the impacts of climate change. They lead and support collaborative action by their members to decrease greenhouse gas emissions…

The Friends of Gargarro & Nursery is a community-run nursery supporting volunteers, growing plants for the local botanic garden, and supporting the community organisation’s financial stability. Learn more and get in contact here:https://www.gargarrobotanicgarden.com.au/contact

Verge Gardens of East Gippsland is a community based volunteer group promoting the planting of verge gardens throughout the East Gippsland Shire. Their aim is to create a diverse habitat for local fauna and flora, to promote climate change adaptive practices through the planting of verge vegetation and the maintenance of urban, shade trees. Get…

Katherine Horsfall, a PhD candidate from the University of Melbourne, is passionate about restoring grasslands and creative native wildflower meadows to boost biodiversity in urban areas. She is one of the green thumbs behind two native wildflower meadows in Parkville, supported by the City of Melbourne. Native wildflower meadows have significant ecological benefits, and their…

Greening the West is a regional initiative that is about enriching communities in Melbourne’s west through the development of green spaces. Melbourne’s western suburbs are some of the fastest growing in Australia. They receive less rainfall than other parts of Melbourne, meaning they’re drier and can experience warmer daytime temperatures. As the population increases, so…

Victoria University’s new ‘living lab’ garden on the roof of Building M at Footscray Park Campus highlights the university’s commitment to planetary health. The 50-square-metre-garden, completed in 2020, features native plants and a wetland, designed to mitigate the effects of climate change. Learn more here:https://www.vu.edu.au/about-vu/news-events/news/new-green-roof-garden-at-footscray-park-campus

Banksia Gardens Community Services is committed to raising awareness of environmental sustainability and acting responsibly to minimise the community’s environmental impact. They do this through different adaptation initiatives, such as a community garden and Common Green gardening/landscaping social enterprise! Get in contact, donate and find out more here:https://banksiagardens.org.au/get-help/environment/

Using the latest research, Urban Forest Consulting helps to develop evidence based green infrastructure policy and planning, working closely with local government organisations to build capacity and improve knowledge, thereby helping to make smarter decisions for greening our cities. Meg Caffin looks through a city-wide lens, understanding at a regional scale, where the current and…

Colac Otway Shire Climate Action Team is a group of concerned citizens from across the Colac Otway region who are activists for action on climate change and biodiversity. 140 ordinary volunteer citizens from many backgrounds committed to advocating for and initiating climate action with the local council and community. The group is not-for-profit, politically unaffiliated,…

MVS is a community organisation based in the municipality of Moonee Valley, run by volunteers, and is a non-profit registered charity. They care for the places the community live, bring people together, and speak up for climate action. They do this through their cool safe space community hall at Dwell, and are actively engaged in…

Geelong Sustainability is a not-for-profit community organisation that supports residents of Geelong and surrounding regions to be more sustainable in their everyday lives. They deliver events, projects, campaigns and services which help to educate and support the community’s transition to a zero emission climate ready future. Get in contact, donate and learn more here:https://www.geelongsustainability.org.au/

Merri-bek Tech is building local web services across the neighbourhood in order to provide affordable alternatives to big tech, while improving local resilience in the face of the climate crisis. They are: – A local non-profit, not a global corporation– Building local skills, helping local people get jobs– Running on renewable technology– Located in key…

A community organisation of people in the Latrobe Valley Community helping:  Get in contact, donate, and check them out here!https://www.votv.org.au/