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Bushfire in the Adelaide hills has already burned through more than 12,000 hectares. David Mariuz/AAP

January 6, 2015

Australia’s emergency funding is another disaster waiting to happen

The fires that have swept through South Australia over the past few days have destroyed at least 12,000 hectares and up to 38 homes, in what have been described as the worst South Australian conditions…

In the wake of significant natural disasters, Australia’s 2014 G20 host year presents an opportunity to improve disaster risk financing strategies. AAP/Catherine Best

October 14, 2013

Why disaster insurance should be on the G20 agenda

Rachel Anne Carter, Deakin University

Australia has an unprecedented opportunity to resolve issues of escalating insurance prices caused by an uncertain climate. The time has come to curb the trend towards increased economic exposure to natural…

Repeated natural disasters have created an impetus for fire services levy reform - so why is NSW dragging its feet? AAP

July 25, 2013

Cutting out the insurance “free rider” when it comes to funding fire services

Rachel Anne Carter, Deakin University

Victoria’s decision to change how it collects its fire service levy now leaves New South Wales as the “oddity” in relation to how fire and emergency services are funded - and illustrates the wider issue…

An increasing trend towards more frequent and severe bushfires has created uncertainty over insurance coverage. AAP

January 13, 2013

Bushfire losses reignite debate about insurance reform

Rachel Anne Carter, Deakin University

The Australian summer has become synonymous with bushfire risk. Tasmania, New South Wales and Victoria have witnessed devastating bushfires generating millions of dollars of damage. Many individuals have…

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