DAP resources in development
The NSW Reconstruction Authority (RA) will coordinate the development, approval and implementation of regional DAPs. To support this process RA will be creating DAP tools and resources, including:
Guidance and tools for engaging stakeholders and communities
Successful disaster adaptation planning requires collaboration between a range of stakeholders and the community. We are developing a series of resources to help DAP partners to engage with stakeholders and community effectively and appropriately in each DAP region.
Information and guidance for partnering with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stakeholders
This will include culturally appropriate guidance for ensuring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and landowners, including Discrete Aboriginal Communities, are appropriately engaged as a key partner in the DAP process.
Tools for assuring DAPs
We are in the process of developing tools to support the assurance process of DAPs which will review the activities at each stage to ensure they meet the expected quality standards.
Tools for measuring and assessing risk
We are developing a centralised hub of methods, data and expertise to assess disaster risk and improve alignment across all levels of government.
Through the DAP process, the hub will give a picture of hazard risk at a regional-level, providing data-driven insights to inform planning, policy and funding decisions.
Case studies
We are collating a series of case studies and examples of successful disaster risk reduction activities and engagement in practice.
If you’d like to contribute a case study please email dap@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au.
Other useful resources to assist with disaster adaptation planning
Prepare NSW - National Emergency Management Agency
- Coastal management - NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure
- Floodplain Management Program - NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
- Resources for councils - Resilient Sydney
- Aboriginal Affairs resource library – Aboriginal Affairs
- Community and stakeholder engagement resources – IAP2 Australasia
- Advice for councils engaging with CALD businesses and communities – NSW Small Business
- GrantConnect – Australian Government