December 12, 2025
South Burnett Local Disaster Management Group (LDMG) and Local Disaster Recovery Group (LDRG) members met recently to discuss preparations ahead of the storm season.
There have been some changes, with Mayor Kathy Duff taking over the chair of the LDMG from Cr Danita Potter on December 1; Cr Potter has moved to chair the LDRG.
“I would like to thank everyone for their support while I was in the of LDMG Chair and I would specifically like to thank the Council staff especially Donna Brown for everything she does,” Cr Potter said.
“While I am disappointed at having to step down from the LDMG Chair role due to the recent (regulatory) changes … I am looking forward to taking up the role of LDRG Chair as that was one of my first official positions when I entered Council in 2016 and I still get to work with an amazing team.”
The LDMG and LDRG meetings strengthen relationships between agencies and ensure all remain connected, co-ordinated and aligned.
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Message From Council
Council has encouraged residents to take simple steps now to prepare their households, ahead of the likelihood of severe weather over the coming months.
Preparation can be as easy as:
Building resilience means more than responding well during an emergency: It’s about accepting that extreme weather is part of life in our region and preparing accordingly.
Motorist are reminded to follow the message: “If it’s flooded, forget it.” Flash flooding can strike without warning. Rethink your travel plans, avoid flooded roads and always drive to the conditions.
Stay safe, stay prepared and help reduce pressure on our emergency services by taking action now.
The community is encouraged to visit Council’s Emergency Management page for practical information and resources and don’t forget to visit theSouth Burnett Disaster Dashboard for the latest emergency information on power outages and road closures.
Preparedness is a shared responsibility. Let’s stay connected, informed, and ready.
