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New tools are used by the Country Fire Service to ensure its teams are working safely and efficiently during an emergency. Photo: SA Country Fire Service.
Fire Australia Issue Two 2021
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CRC Articles

CRC researchers studying a house that burnt down on Black Saturday.
07 Mar 2019
Ten years on from Black Saturday: what have we discovered?
fire, fire impacts, warnings
For the first time, emergency services and police across Australia will be surveyed about their mental health and wellbeing
07 Mar 2019
Answering the call: mental health needs of first responders highlighted
communication, mental health
Research inisghts from the CRC are providing viable outputs for our partners. Photo: Sascha Grant (CC_BY-NC-ND 2.0)
07 Dec 2018
Preparing for the future focus of magazine
cyclone, emergency management, land management
Emergency service agencies are changing their volunteering models thanks to research. Photo: Ben Shepherd, NSW Rural Fire Service
06 Dec 2018
Research benefits flowing
decision making, fire, resilience
Preparing for severe weather seasons is a key focus for researchers who need to consider the affects of climate change. PHOTO: Carl Coleman, NSW Rural Fire Service
06 Dec 2018
Prepare for extended severe weather seasons
fire, fire weather, warnings
Research has informed a new grant scheme that is retrofitting homes in north Queensland to mitigate against a tropical cyclones. Photo: Michael Dawes (CC BY-NC 2.0.)
06 Dec 2018
Queenslanders benefit from cyclone research
cyclone, mitigation, resilience
The Australian Flammability Monitoring System, which will enhance bushfire preparedness across Australia.
13 Sep 2018
Preparedness measures on land and sea
coastal, fire, Northern Australia
Research methods from the project are now being used in different state government programs and initiatives. Photo: Geoscience Australia.
12 Sep 2018
Coastal erosion undercutting policy
coastal, resilience, storm surge
With Dr Marta Yebra in the driver’s seat (right), ACT Parks and Conservation Service staff Brian Levine (left) and Dr Adam Leavesley (middle) investigate soil and vegetation dryness using the mapping software. Photo: Geoff Cary
12 Sep 2018
Satellites to help show when the bush is ready to burn
fire, modelling, soil moisture
The importance of including the whole community in training has been a key finding from this project. The importance of including the whole community in training has been a key finding from this project.
12 Sep 2018
Remote Indigenous communities welcome two-way training
communities, indigenous communities, Northern Australia
During emergencies, individuals and teams often work under considerable pressure. Photo: New Zealand Fire Service.
01 Jun 2018
Teamwork when the heat is on
communication, decision making, emergency management
Science is helping our emergency services keep us safe.
01 Jun 2018
Making a difference
fire, risk management, soil moisture
An interviewee shows a researcher the impact the bushfire had on his property. Photo: NSW Rural Fire Service.
01 Jun 2018
Research gives insight into community bushfire response
communities, emergency management, fire
Coaching and mentoring are relationship-based activities that require cooperation. Photo: Department of Biodiversity, Conversations and Attractions WA.
01 Jun 2018
Resource explores coaching and mentoring opportunities for IMTs
communication, decision making, emergency management
Drivers for the coaching and mentoring resource include unique demands on IMT roles. Photo: Victoria State Emergency Service
31 May 2018
Enhancing teamwork and research utilisation
communities, decision making, emergency management
The Elephant Hill Fire. Photo: Paul Simakoff Eliims
29 Mar 2018
Disaster reduction forum and research into floods, sea level rise and fire thunderstorms
communities, emergency management, multi-hazard

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In the media

23 Jun
ABC Science
Can’t stay, won’t leave
01 Jun
The Guardian
Winter forecast points to warmer conditions as La Niña flicks switch to neutral
31 May
Insurance News
Bushfire potential 'above normal' for NT
27 May
Mirage News
Australian Seasonal Bushfire Outlook
27 May
Country News
Australian Seasonal Bushfire Outlook released
27 May
Beaudesert Times
Scenic Rim bushfire prevention to be helped by wet winter forecast
27 May
News Finale
Wet winter ahead sparks bushfire warnings
27 May
9 News
Wet winter ahead sparks warnings about upcoming bushfire season
27 May
Shepparton News
Australian Seasonal Bushfire Outlook released
27 May
Seymour Telgraph
Australian Seasonal Bushfire Outlook released
21 May
Blue Mountains Gazette
High expectations on fire warnings
21 May
Lithgow Mercury
High expectations on fire warnings
18 May
The Conversation
It can’t all be insured: counting the hidden economic impact of floods and bushfires
18 May
Business Daily
counting the hidden economic impact of floods and bushfires
18 May
The Times
counting the hidden economic impact of floods and bushfires

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