The Australian Government is offering up to $1 billion over five years for disaster preparation through the Disaster Ready Fund (DRF), starting July 1, 2023. The second phase of the DRF will provide up to $200 million from the Australian Government for projects that reduce disaster risks and improve resilience, with matching funds from state, local governments, and others.
Applications are open, and project proposals must be submitted between January 22 and March 20, 2024. Applicants should contact the Lead Agency in their area to discuss proposals and follow their application process.
Lead agencies
Here are the Lead Agencies for each jurisdiction:
Australian Capital Territory: Justice and Community Directorate
New South Wales: NSW Reconstruction Authority
Northern Territory: Northern Territory Emergency Services
Queensland: Queensland Reconstruction Authority
South Australia: South Australian Fire and Emergency Services Commission
Tasmania: Resilience and Recovery Tasmania, Department of Premier and Cabinet
Victoria: Emergency Management Victoria
Western Australia: Department of Fire and Emergency Services
For more info, check the DRF Round Two Guidelines and FAQs, or email Disaster.Ready@nema.gov.au for general questions.
