2015-06-23 I&S Agenda - Item 5 - Local Disaster Management Plan - Attachment 1

6.      Recovery

6.1     Definition
Recovery is the coordinated process of supporting and helping affected individuals and
communities:
    in the reconstruction of physical infrastructure
    the restoration of the economy
    the rehabilitation of the environment, and
    the maintenance of emotional, social and physical well-being.
As the recovery phase of a disaster involves disaster relief in the provision of immediate
shelter, life support and human needs to persons affected by a disaster, it is important that
disaster recovery strategies are activated in conjunction with an effective disaster response.
Recovery extends well beyond the provision of immediate support to include repair,
reconstruction, restoration of social wellbeing, economic renewal, and rehabilitation of the
natural environment. It is both a remedial and a developmental process.
As disaster recovery is complex, dynamic and potentially protracted, this plan recognises
that recovery is most effective when:
    recovery activities are conducted with the active participation and input of the affected
     community
    local community service and business organisations have input to key decision making
    recovery management and reconstruction arrangements are well understood by all
     parties
    recovery services are provided in timely, fair, equitable and flexible manner
In Queensland, disaster recovery is governed by directions set out in the Queensland
Recovery Guidelines available at www.disaster.qld.gov.au

6.2     Recovery principles and concepts
In undertaking recovery operations in the Noosa area the recovery committee will be guided
by the following principles:
    understanding the local context
    recognising complexity
    using community led approaches
    ensuring coordination of activities
    employing effective communication
    acknowledging and building capacity
Recovery from a disaster event in the Noosa area will be managed and coordinated
(wherever possible) at the local level, and will be structured so as to empower communities
to manage their own recovery through support and maintenance of identity, dignity and
autonomy.
Self-help will be encouraged and recognition given to the level of resourcefulness evident
within an affected community. However it is also recognised that the ability of individuals,
families and communities to recover depends not only upon their capacity but also the
specific circumstances of the event and its effects.



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