The Regional Drought Resilience Planning Program is supporting communities in the Gunnedah Shire and Liverpool Plains Shire to proactively prepare for, and manage future droughts.
This initiative is funded through the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund and offers opportunities for us ato work together in identifying local priorities, vulnerabilities and opportunities to plan for how we reduce the risks and effects of future droughts.
Our council was successful in receiving a grant to roll out the activities outlined in our Regional Drought Resilience Plan, which was developed through community consultation in 2024. Based on the experiences shared from across the community and suggestions put forward, we are now rolling out 10 actionable objectives.
The priorities between now and the end of 2025 are to:
- Establish a taskforce to support the implementation of our Regional Drought Resilience Plan;
- Commence tree planting and ground cover initiatives to increase shade and native plant coverage, and to improve soil health around townships;
- Strengthen mental health and well-being in the community through mental health training;
- Develop plans to support local businesses and boost community morale in times of drought;
- Involve young people in ways to future-proof local industries, including agriculture, through work experience programs and a career expo; and
- Strengthen connections and relationships across our communities.
There are various ways you can get involved in these activities. Keep an eye on this page and our social media platforms for more information.
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