GovErnment responses to droughts
The Australian government plays a direct role in responding to droughts, by allocating millions of dollars to the AGE (Australian Government Envirofun). Drought relief is also addressed through many program's, the money then goes to people who are affected by droughts. The government also helps through financial counselling, income support and employment services.
Government responses to the millennium drought |
The government responded to the millennium drought by conducting a workshop for water. ( River Murray Drought Response Program). The government also applied very strict water restrictions and the results were good. State governments applied water restrictions, and fines were implemented to people who didn't follow the restrictions. They also assisted by providing health services and public work for those affected. The government asked for home owners to install tanks to save and collect water. A $1.8 billion desalination plant was then constructed at Kurnell, in southern Sydney
individual responses to Droughts and the millennium drought
Individuals play a major and significant role in responding to droughts in Australia. Most people who live in drought prone places are very optimistic and are more than ready to take advice from authorities and others who may be able to help. However, most people move away from rural areas that are more drought prone, to more urbanised areas. Many people on the millennium drought moved to more urbanised areas as it was easier to find help there. People used their water sparingly as the water quality and amount was becoming less everyday. Overall, individuals responded well to the millennium drought and to other droughts like the federation drought.
Community based groups response to droughts
Drought Social Response Recovery Plan enables a response and recovery plan for people affected by droughts. The plan covers irrigation industries, agricultural industries and dry land and also the effects on the wider community, like schools and recreational clubs.
BCG drought initiatives are available as well. They provide financially and mentally to those affected by droughts. They also provide online counselling as well as community events to promote available services.
BCG drought initiatives are available as well. They provide financially and mentally to those affected by droughts. They also provide online counselling as well as community events to promote available services.
BCG initiatives helped many Australians affected by the millennium drought. They helped the people financially, when they didn't have much money, and also helped them mentally. As many felt depressed about the economical losses.