Preparedness Guides

How Much Emergency Water Should You Store at Home?
How Much Emergency Water Should You Store at Home?
An empty water container is useful camping gear, but it is not a stored water supply. Work out the amount your household needs and give it a practical place at... Read more...
What Should You Pack in an Evacuation Bag in Australia?
What Should You Pack in an Evacuation Bag in Australia?
A useful grab bag is one you can carry, find quickly and use without unpacking everything. Start with personal essentials, then work through the everyday items. Read more...
Illustration of an organised emergency pantry with sealed food tins, dry food packets, bottled water and a manual can opener.
Emergency Food Storage: What to Keep and When to Replace It
An emergency food shelf works best when the meals are familiar and the dates are easy to check. Plan around how you will prepare and eat the food, rather than... Read more...
Illustration of a packed emergency bag, torch, raincoat and pet carrier indoors as storm clouds approach Queensland homes.
A Practical Storm-Season Supplies Checklist for Queensland
Storm preparation is easier when the maintenance, planning and supplies are sorted before a warning arrives. Use this checklist to decide what your household still needs. Read more...
Illustration of a family reading by a battery lantern during a blackout, with a radio and phone charging from a power bank.
Preparing for a Power Outage in Queensland
Blackout preparation is mostly about a few everyday jobs: finding light, keeping in touch and protecting food. This guide helps you plan those jobs before the power goes out. Read more...
Illustration of household emergency supplies including drinking water, food tins, a first-aid pouch, lantern and radio.
What to Put in an Australian Household Emergency Kit
A useful emergency kit starts with the things your household already uses. Here’s how to organise water, food, lighting and everyday essentials without buying a cupboard full of unnecessary gear. Read more...
Illustration of camping equipment useful during a blackout: headlamp, lantern, sleeping bag, dry bag, cookware and power bank.
Camping Gear That Can Help During a Home Blackout
Before buying a separate set of emergency equipment, check the camping cupboard. Some of your most useful blackout supplies may already be there, provided they are ready to use. Read more...