Lismore City Council is working with Business Lismore to host a flood preparedness event at the Gordon Pavilion on Monday, 9 February, designed to help local businesses strengthen their readiness ahead of future flood events.
The event will bring together emergency services, Council, and local organisations to share practical information, tools and advice to help businesses better prepare for, and respond to, flooding.
Lismore City Mayor Steve Krieg said the event reflects the importance of collaboration and preparedness in a flood-prone region.
"Flood preparedness is a shared responsibility, and our local businesses play a vital role in the resilience of our community. Across Lismore, businesses are already adapting how they plan, build and operate, this event is about backing that momentum with practical tools and coordinated support," he said.
Attendees will hear directly from the NSW SES explaining why Lismore floods, what to expect during a flood event, and how the SES responds to keep the community safe. Council will provide an overview of their flood preparedness resources, while Resilient Lismore will introduce their new flood plan guide and other useful templates.
Firsthand experiences will be offered by a panel of Lismore businesses and the Northern Rivers Not Business as Usual initiative. All resources will also be made available on Business Lismore's website.
President of Business Lismore, Michael Ackrell, said the organisation is excited to present the local preparedness activities in a way that is interactive, educational and easy to follow.
"This is about giving businesses clear, actionable information – from understanding flood warnings to planning strategies – so they feel prepared. This is an important part of our ongoing conversations about resilience and flood readiness in the Lismore CBD," he said.
Council's Emergency Management Coordinator, Jessica Anderson, said the hands-on workshop is designed to give Lismore business owners and operators the time, space and guidance to create or update their flood plan, helping ensure they are prepared for future events.
"There will be opportunities to ask questions, connect with support organisations and access local resources to assist with flood preparedness planning," she said.
This is a free event to help the business community be flood-ready. When we prepare together, we're stronger than ever.
To register for this free event, click here
