Preparing for an emergency Find guidance on preparing for natural hazards and emergencies, local community plans, creating an emergency plan, pet safety, emergency kits and more.
Council’s role during an emergency event Council coordinates emergency information, supports response efforts, maintains infrastructure, informs the community, aids resilience and leads recovery with state agencies.
Floods Learn about your local flood risk, warnings, preparation steps and how to stay informed, including key details for property and business owners.
Bushfires Learn about your local bushfire risk, warnings, preparation steps and how to stay informed, including key details for property and fire permits.
Mental health and wellbeing support Experiencing a natural hazard or emergency can impact mental health, but support is available 24/7 through services like the Mental Health Line, Healthdirect and Lifeline.
Lismore’s expertise showcased at state-wide event Published on 14 April 2025 Lismore’s role in delivering Australia's largest local government-led disaster recovery was front and centre on 27 March, as more than 30 procurement professionals gathered in Lismore for the Local Government Procurement (LGP) Networking Meeting. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Work starting to boost Lismore’s flood management infrastructure Published on 07 April 2025 Work is set to begin on a $1.3 million fibre optic network, which will improve the resilience of Lismore’s flood management infrastructure and better protect the community. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Council launches Live Flood Ready campaign Published on 03 March 2025 Following feedback from the community, Lismore City Council has launched a new flood preparedness campaign – Live Flood Ready – to raise awareness in households, on how to prepare for one of Lismore’s most recognised natural hazards. Tagged as: , Media Releases