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01 Feb 2017... A big wind blows away Birdie's nest! This is a story for young children about recovering from cyclones. Natural disasters like storms, cyclones, floods or fire can be very frightening and upsetting for babies and young children. Playing a therapeutic game or reading a story with a caring adult can help a young child work through the scary experiences and 'big feelings'. There's information for parents and carers too. Translations of this resource can be viewed and downloaded by scrolling down to the section "Languages other than English" and selecting your preferred language.

31 Dec 2017... Birdie and her friends take shelter from an earthquake. A storybook to help young children and their families recovering from earthquakes and tsunamis. Translations of this resource can be viewed and downloaded by scrolling down to the section "Languages other than English" and selecting your preferred language.

This factsheet lists some risks and how to reduce them as well as what you need to do if a grassfire starts.

01 Nov 2020... Audio files to download with information about Home Fire Safety. Most fatal fires occur in the home, but the real tragedy is that many of these could be avoided. This brochures provides a checklist on preventative measures you can undertake to minimise the chance of a fire in your house.

Fire-safe behaviour is reliant on the awareness of risk and knowing what to do to reduce that risk. Adequate supervision and positive role modelling for young children is very important. Parents and carers can help reduce this risk by controlling or removing possible re-hazards around the home.

Advice on how to be prepared for a fire

Fact sheet on the history and facts of Asbestos including the national strategic plan to eradicate it.

Some plants are dangerous for children. When touched or swallowed, they can be poisonous, cause allergic reactions, or cause physical injuries.

24 Jan 2023... Having a fire plan and preparing your property now could save your life. The resource provides information about Fire Danger Rating, how to plan for bushfires and grassfires, what does Leave Early means and Total Fire Ban days.

14 May 2023... BBQs and outdoor heaters make carbon monoxide gas, which can kill without warning. Protect yourself and your family this winter: Leave BBQs and outdoor heaters outside.