With bushfire season fast approaching, preparation is key. It’s essential to have the right insurance cover in place so that if a natural disaster strikes, you can recover and get back on your feet as quickly as possible.
Having an emergency plan and using reliable planning tools can make all the difference in protecting your home, business, and loved ones.
Develop an emergency management plan
A well-prepared emergency plan is vital for reducing risk during bushfire season.
If you already have one, take the time to review and update it to ensure it remains effective given the increasing risk of extreme weather.
If you own a business, the Federal Government provides helpful resources and templates through its Develop an Emergency Management Plan page. This guide includes step-by-step instructions to help you create or refine your plan.
Use Emergency Planning Tools
The Australian Disaster Resilience Knowledge Hub offers a range of tools to help both households and businesses prepare for emergencies.
These tools can help you:
- Understand your level of preparedness
- Assess how effective your emergency plan is likely to be
- Access resources tailored to your state or territory
Stay informed
An interactive disaster map allows you to view information about disaster-affected Local Government Areas.
Through this regularly updated tool, you can find:
- Data on hazard impacts
- Details on recovery and support available in affected areas
- Historical information about previous floods or bushfires
By reviewing your region’s disaster history, you can better understand the local risks and plan accordingly.
Follow official information
When extreme weather or natural disasters threaten your area, it’s crucial to rely on official information sources for updates and safety advice.
Below are links to key emergency service agencies across Australia:
- ACT Emergency Services Agency
- NSW Rural Fire Service
- NSW State Emergency Service
- Northern Territory Police, Fire & Emergency Services
- Queensland Fire and Emergency Services
- South Australia Fire and Emergency Services
- Tasmanian Department of Police, Fire & Emergency Management
- Victoria Emergency Management
- Western Australia Department of Fire & Emergency Services
Do you have the right insurance cover?
Insurance can be complex — and with so much at stake, it’s not worth leaving to chance.
At Benton Insurance Services, we work for you, not the insurer. Our qualified brokers can help you:
- Understand your risks
- Find the right level of cover
- Protect what matters most — your home, business, and livelihood
If you’re unsure whether your current policy is adequate, talk to us today for guidance tailored to your situation.
Important notice
All information in this article is of a general nature only. This article does not take into account your specific objectives, financial situation or needs. It is also not financial advice, nor complete. Deductibles, exclusions and limits apply to insurance. Cover differs between insurers.
