In a previous article for Asia Pacific Fire, I commented on the need for post-event learning that was nuanced and aimed at achieving long term change rather than satisfying the needs of the 24 hour news cycle. This was in…
Beyond the politics and blame: Evaluating crisis responses
Crisis events are high consequence and hold significant stakes for all involved. For residents and those who are in the path of a fire, cyclone or flooding decisions made in the lead up and during an event can have life…
Understanding the drivers for successful disaster response across government
Australia similar to many countries in the Asia-Pacific experiences a regular cycle of natural disaster preparation, response and recovery. Over the past decade there have been a series of key events; the 2009 Victorian bushfires, 2011 Queensland floods and 2017’s…
