Living with the River photo competition
Known as Dyarubbin, the Hawkesbury-Nepean River holds spiritual significance for many, is a lifeblood for farmers, inspiration for artists, a place to play and relax and much loved for its spectacular beauty. It also wreaks havoc through the devastating force of floods. This competition will showcase all aspects of the mighty river giving entrants a chance to win a share of the $5,000 prize pool.
Meet your Street
Over the next few months we are providing an opportunity for Mount Victoria residents to meet their fellow residents, find out about HUFF (Heads Up for Fire) and share some information about preparing for an emergency.
Megalong Valley Bush Gymkhana
Come and enjoy a fun community event in the Megalong Valley.
Activities for all ages, fun for the whole family.
Ready Together - Lawson
Come and join us for a fun, informative community event in Lawson.
Ready Together - North Katoomba
Come and join us for a fun, information community event in North Katoomba.
Meet your Street
Over the next few months we are providing an opportunity for Mount Victoria residents to meet their fellow residents, find out about HUFF (Heads Up for Fire) and share some information about preparing for an emergency.
United Nations International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction 2024
Natural Hazards Research Australia and the Australian Institute for Disaster Resilience are coming together to celebrate the United Nations International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction 2024: Empowering the next generation for a resilient future.
World Animal Day: Promoting Respectful Cohabitation
Be part of an inspiring family day and exhibition!
Every year in early October people around the globe come together to celebrate the extraordinary diversity of animals we share our world with. It is an opportunity to remind ourselves of the importance of respecting and caring for our fellow creatures, and furthering strategies to protect the planet as our shared home.
Blue Mountains Sustainability Festival
Join us on Saturday, 28th September, for a day dedicated to sustainable living. Experience the Blue Mountains as never before as we transform Katoomba & Leura into a vibrant hub of eco-friendly activities, showcasing local businesses, community groups, and inspiring speakers. This is your chance to learn, shop, and have fun while making a positive impact on our planet!
Australian Disaster Resilience Conference 2024
The Australian Disaster Resilience Conference brings together a diverse and passionate crowd from a range of sectors to share knowledge and build connections for a disaster resilient Australia.
Connecting Communities Conference
The LCSA Conference 2024 - also referred to as the "Connecting Communities Conference" - provides a unique opportunity for our members and the community sector to come together over a couple days to engage in training, support, networking, professional development and social interaction.
Harnessing Technology to Increase Human Connection - Virtual Conference
Friends for Good presents a groundbreaking online conference dedicated to exploring how technology can foster social connections and combat loneliness and isolation. Delve into the insights of industry experts, discover pioneering strategies, and leave inspired for a brighter, more connected future.
Disaster Emergency Management Conference
The 2024 Disaster & Emergency Management Conference brings together some of Australia and New Zealand's most dedicated sector leaders, professionals and service providers in the one place for two big days of learning, listening, strategising and conceptualising the future of the sector.
Autism Awareness in Emergencies
Did you know people on the autism spectrum may feel overwhelmed or hide themselves during emergencies?
Person-Centred Emergency Training
Are you prepared for an emergency event? Come along and join Belong Blue Mountains Be Ready Team and Lithgow City Council for a free workshop to assist in planning for all types of emergencies information about local services and a FREE lunch!
Supporting Spontaneous Volunteers Grant Program - Applications Open
The Supporting Spontaneous Volunteers Program will provide $5 million in funding to projects across NSW to support communities and volunteers to be better prepared, supported, coordinated and mobilised to respond to disaster events.
Mid Mountains Community Garden
The Mid Mountains Community Garden is a great place to share knowledge and learn new skills. Their regular Saturday morning working bees are an opportunity for everyone to explore the garden, help out with weeding, watering and planting, and share knowledge about growing your own food.
Mid Mountains Community Garden
The Mid Mountains Community Garden is a great place to share knowledge and learn new skills. Their regular Saturday morning working bees are an opportunity for everyone to explore the garden, help out with weeding, watering and planting, and share knowledge about growing your own food.
Caring after a disaster: Community supporter wellbeing workshop
Have you helped your neighbourhood in times of crisis? Join us to learn more about looking after yourself and others in your community in this free online workshop.
Foundations in Disaster Recovery - Understanding impacts to people and communities
This short course has been specifically designed for practitioners, volunteers and community members who are (or will be) working in post-disaster settings. The course has been written by leading disaster recovery researchers at the University of Melbourne and combines the rigour of academic research with a focus on practical application.
Caring after a disaster: Community supporter wellbeing workshop
Have you helped your neighbourhood in times of crisis? Join us to learn more about looking after yourself and others in your community in this free online workshop.
Refresh your mental health first aid skills
This refresher course allows people who have completed a 12-hour Standard Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course to improve their knowledge and skills.
Megalong Makers Market
Local artisans will gather at the Megalong Valley Community Hall with their homemade and homegrown wares. Soap, fresh produce, honey, woodwork, macrame, jewellery, crafts, olive oil, wine, and more.
Mid Mountains Community Garden
The Mid Mountains Community Garden is a great place to share knowledge and learn new skills. Their regular Saturday morning working bees are an opportunity for everyone to explore the garden, help out with weeding, watering and planting, and share knowledge about growing your own food.
Mid Mountains Community Garden
The Mid Mountains Community Garden is a great place to share knowledge and learn new skills. Their regular Saturday morning working bees are an opportunity for everyone to explore the garden, help out with weeding, watering and planting, and share knowledge about growing your own food.
Introduction to Community Disaster Recovery webinar
Join AIDR and the Australian Red Cross as we listen, learn and engage with disaster recovery mentors and advisors in the new Recovery Uncovered webinar series.
Mid Mountains Community Garden
The Mid Mountains Community Garden is a great place to share knowledge and learn new skills. Their regular Saturday morning working bees are an opportunity for everyone to explore the garden, help out with weeding, watering and planting, and share knowledge about growing your own food.
Disaster Ready Summit Lismore
The Disaster Ready Together Summit will be a quality, practice-focused event held in Lismore, the heart of the Northern Rivers. It will give people working in community services a critical and timely opportunity to learn from both local and leading experts in the disaster recovery and resilience sector. Together we will share knowledge to reduce risks to the community, organisations and staff when disasters strike in the future.
Caring after a disaster: Community supporter wellbeing workshop
Have you helped your neighbourhood in times of crisis? Join us to learn more about looking after yourself and others in your community in this free online workshop.
Caring after a disaster: Community supporter wellbeing workshop
Have you helped your neighbourhood in times of crisis? Join us to learn more about looking after yourself and others in your community in this free online workshop.
Caring after a disaster: Community supporter wellbeing workshop
Have you helped your neighbourhood in times of crisis? Join us to learn more about looking after yourself and others in your community in this free online workshop.