ENDORSEMENT OF NOOSA LOCAL DISASTER MANAGEMENT PLAN 2026 · ATTACHMENT 1 - 2026 Local Disaster Management Plan

Section 1.5
1.5     Aim and Objectives
The overall aim of this LDMP is to detail the arrangements that prevent, where possible, or minimise the impact
of disasters or major emergencies, on communities of the Noosa Council area. The primary focus is to preserve
life and ensure the safety and welfare of our community as well as other people who may work in, or visit, our
region. The key objectives are to:

   •   Provide a framework for the implementation of effective disaster management strategies and
       arrangements across the four phases of PPRR within the Noosa Council area.
   •   Describe the disaster management structure for the LDMG, the member organisations and their role and
       responsibilities for the coordination of multi-agency responses.
   •   Understand the likely effects of natural and non-natural hazards that may impact the community,
       infrastructure, economy and environment of the area.
   •   Plan for those hazards to preserve human life, protect critical infrastructure and property, protect
       livelihoods and the economy and safeguard the environment.
   •   Provide practical information to build community resilience and better assist the community in preparing
       for, responding to and recovering from disaster events.



Section 1.6
1.6     Structure of the LDMP
1.6.1 LDMP
The LDMP is an overarching document that details the structure, management arrangements and governance
provisions which underpin the process of disaster management in the Noosa Council area. It provides an
overview of the arrangements in place for dealing with disasters and sets out the role of the LDMG and the
community from the initial notification through the various stages of response and recovery until the disaster
event is finalised. The LDMP is designed to be flexible so it can be adapted to any disaster event affecting the
region to ensure an integrated, coordinated and timely response.

1.6.2 LDMP Sub Plans
The LDMP is complemented by a number of Sub Plans which are designed to expand on information contained
in the LDMP by providing detailed information for the activation and operation of key capabilities. Sub Plans are
designed to integrate seamlessly with the LDMP but can be used on a stand-alone basis as required. The
following Sub Plans exist:

   •   Activation of the Local Disaster Coordination Centre (LDCC)
   •   Bushfire
   •   Financial Management
   •   Public Information & Warnings
   •   Logistics
   •   Evacuation
   •   Public Health and Environment.
   •   Hazardous Materials
   •   Severe Wind & Water Inundation

1.6.3 Hazard Specific Plans
Hazard specific disaster plans are developed by assigned lead agencies to address particular hazards.
Examples of hazard specific plans for the LDMG include:

   •   Lake MacDonald Dam Emergency Action Plan (EAP)
   •   Pandemic Plan



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