Stay connected and know what’s happening in Flinders Shire

 
 

Flinders Shire Council is Ready

  • Stay up-to-date with the latest road conditions, weather updates, and emergency news via Flinders Shire Council's Disaster Dashboard.

  • Council advises when activities will be taking place on its Facebook page and on its website, you can also subscribe to council’s newsletter. Activities can include community updates on roadworks or hard waste collection to remove any loose or dangerous items prior to storm season.

  • The Flinders Shire Local Disaster Management Plan details the disaster management arrangements for the area, and outlines the roles and responsibilities of the various agencies involved in disaster management. In accordance with the Local Disaster Management Plan, Council have also implemented an Evacuation Plan.

  • Council, working through the Local Disaster Management Group, is prepared to lead a disaster response and will provide updates and advice to the community including its website and Facebook page.

Local Checklist

  • Download the Get Ready NWQ app to your phone or tablet.

  • Follow the Hughenden Connect Facebook page, take a look at the council’s website for Disaster Information and any updates - council will provide information which can include event status, road condition reports, alerts and responses such as evacuations.

  • Listen to ABC radio and/or television for updates.

  • Listen for messages and warnings on landlines or mobiles that may be provided through Emergency Alert.

  • Check weather warning and status updates on the Bureau of Meteorology website.

  • Act quickly on instruction and advice given by council and other authorities.

  • Check with emergency authorities (such as Rural Fire and Emergency Services).

Road Conditions

  • For the latest road condition reports, closures and camera feeds of roads and river levels visit the Flinders Shire Council website. 

  • Council also connects to the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads for updates about road conditions in our region. This information is available at the Qld Traffic website or call 13 19 40.

Local Community Connections