Create a standing participation platform where citizens and stakeholders can propose, vote, and track ideas.
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Beneficiaries: Citizens / stakeholders / policy teams. Source: strategies/RFS-Strategic-Direction-2026-2031-printable.pdf (https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0005/290705/RFS-Strategic-Direction-2026-2031-printable.pdf). Evidence: Evidence-backed. Implementation: Create a senior responsible owner and cross-functional delivery team.; Map legislation, data, privacy, procurement, cyber, and workforce constraints.; Co-design with users and frontline staff before technology selection.
"Know your risk" disaster postcard
Every household in a high-risk area gets a postcard: "Your property is in a flood/fire zone. Here's your risk level, your insurer's obligations, and 3 things you can do this weekend."
Subsidised household resilience kits
$50 subsidised kits: torch, battery radio, water purification tablets, first aid, emergency contact card, pet plan template. Sold at Bunnings/post offices.
Gutter/drain check SMS reminder
Council sends SMS before storm season: "Clear your gutters and check your downpipes this weekend. Here's a 2-minute video showing how."
Neighbourhood-scale battery storage funded by council/state. When the grid goes down, community power stays on. Already piloted in several suburbs.