Resilient Lismore

“Hot water after 10 months without is quite a landmark." In late 2022, #ReeceFoundation and Resilient Lismore partnered together to deliver the ‘Essential Plumbing Project’. Supporting Lismore residents who were displaced or vulnerable due to the record-breaking 2022 Flooding Event in northern NSW, this project aimed to restore essential water and sanitation to a standard that was safe, secure and dignified. Recognising the long-term nature of disaster rebuild, this partnership played to partner strengths and focused on fast-tracking trade and resource power into what can be a slow and delayed rebuild journey, as well as prioritising community-led coordination of how and where such intervention should be directed. As the measurement partner, key findings from our social impact measurement, included: · The project saw greatest shifts in areas also found to be important to wellbeing with access to a safe and hygienic home and bathroom strongly improving. · Project supported broad whole-of-life outcomes, including quality of homes and sanitation, sense of safety, emotional wellness and sense of empowerment. · Access to clean drinking water was a driver for improved wellbeing, and a higher proportion of residents reported access to clean drinking water post-project. · Quality of houses and sanitation were identified as priority needs within baseline measurement, as even eight months on from the flooding event, residents were reporting the conditions of their homes and bathrooms were not hygienic or safe. · The broad diversity of wellbeing drivers reflect the multi-layered and holistic nature of supporting wellbeing in disaster-affected communities. 📖 Read full report here: https://lnkd.in/gVUE4BVQ 18 Months On: With a $5m commitment from the NSW Government to continue the work, Resilient Lismore is delivering the 'Repair to Return' property restoration project across the Northern Rivers into 2025, with teams of Reece Foundation trade volunteers bringing their trade power and big hearts to help make it happen. This partnership established the groundwork for ongoing social impact measurement across a broader scope of Resilient Lismore’s work. After almost 18 months of measurement, the first Resilient Lismore Social Impact Report is set to launch later this year. Stay tuned!   #partnershipproject #communityled #disasterrebuild #disasterrecovery #northernrivers #communitywellbeing #allvoicesheard #socialimpactmeasurement #reecefoundation #reecefoundationvolunteers Elly Bird, Ipsita Wright, Ashleigh Sheridan, Natalie Baigent, Simon Vaughan

Last year, in partnership with Resilient Lismore, the #ReeceFoundation and 13 volunteer tradies went to Lismore to help restore essential plumbing to over 70 flood-affected homes. On the back of this work, the NSW Government committed $5m to support the continuation of this important program that will see more flood survivors move back into their homes and live with the decency they deserve. Last month, the next phase of work kicked off with the support of four fantastic Reece trade customers, Justin Cooper and his apprentice Tyler Searle, Drew Murfitt and Zac Baker. In the two weeks they were on the ground, the team performed works on 20 homes. The project will see more tradies head to Lismore throughout the year and we’re looking forward to sharing more updates along the way. The Reece Foundation has projects coming up in Australia and overseas and is always looking for tradies to volunteer their time & skills. To hear more about the project and about how you can volunteer or support, visit: https://lnkd.in/gnui8qv4

We are excited to announce the dates for our 2024 NIDR Gathering! A multi day immersive event taking place at the Lismore Showgrounds on Bundjalung Country from 24-26 September 2024. Supported by Jagun Alliance Aboriginal Corporation and Resilient Lismore, we are hosting a three-day showcase of Indigenous excellence and leadership in caring for Country, emergency management and disaster resilience across Australia. For more information and to register your interest visit: https://lnkd.in/gTWq2Q2U or email NIDR@monash.edu. Save the date and stay tuned for registration information very soon. Fire to Flourish | Monash Sustainable Development Institute | Monash University

Last week, ABV Program Facilitator Natascha Wernick had the incredible opportunity to attend the Disaster Ready Together Summit in Lismore, organised by Resilient Lismore. Throughout the summit, Natascha resonated deeply with the importance of community-led initiatives echoed by many of the speakers. "I was reminded how crucially important it is that we are community-led and I feel honoured to be amongst these people who are helping so many others," said Natascha. ABV's work has highlighted how invaluable local communities are in disaster preparedness and planning efforts. An integral part of the summit was gaining insights from First Nations' perspectives through lessons learned from the black summer bushfires. The Disaster Ready Together Summit was a testament to the power of collective action and the resilience of communities in the face of adversity. ABV is committed to continuing to work with communities to build capacity and resilience across Australia. #disasterreadytogether #ResilientLismore  #community #capacitybuilding #economicresilience #businessresilience #disasterpreparedness

We are on Bundjalung Country in Lismore for the Disaster Ready Together Summit Northern Rivers hosted by Resilient Lismore It has been an incredible couple of days of connection, knowledge sharing and discussion around community resilience and recovery since the 2022 floods. Bhiamie Williamson gave a keynote address exploring his personal and professional story, as well as research findings from a series of interviews he conducted with Indigenous community members impacted by the 2022 floods. Key reflections from the summit are the importance of working collaboratively, having a more responsive system that allows community organisations and individuals to get on with the work they need to do, creating more efficient models for granting, community development and building social capital, centring Country in Emergency Management responses, and understanding burnout in our communities and organisations. It is such a pleasure to be a part of a wonderful regional event showcasing the strength of community and the importance of community led responses in emergency management and disaster resilience. Oliver Costello Briony Rogers Elly Bird Joanna Quilty Fire to Flourish Monash University

Last Thursday and Friday there was a real buzz at the Disaster Ready Together Summit in Lismore, organised by Resilient Lismore. The caliber of presenters was both inspiring and impressive, featuring a diverse array of voices including First Nations scholars, community-led resilience group leaders, and emergency management personnel. Topics ranged from indigenous resilience and person-centered emergency preparedness to collaboration between government institutions and community groups, mental health, and well-being. It was two packed days filled with insightful discussions and valuable insights. Rebecca McNaught, a board member of Plan C, research fellow at the University Centre for Rural Health, and co-leader of the South Golden Beach CRT, participated in a keynote panel, sharing her perspectives on collaborative approaches between different agencies and groups. Jean Renouf (PhD), CEO of Plan C, delivered a presentation on community-led resilience alongside Jo Longman and Emma Pittaway from the University Centre for Rural Health. It was great to connect and learn from each other! #PlanC #OurPlanIsTheCommunity #communitybuilding #resilience #NorthernRivers #resiliencebuilding #naturaldisasterpreparedness #connectingcommunities #community #disasterpreparedness #byron #lismore #richmondvalley #tweed #ballina #clarencevalley #kyogle #DisasterReadyTogether #CommunityResilience #NorthernRivers #ResilientLismore