Lesson Overview
This section provides an overview of spatial data mapping available to primary producers and the capacity of a flood map to inform preparation activities.
- How mapping and information developed using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) can provide valuable information about the likely impact of flooding in Queensland.
- The various types of flood maps and their fit-for-purpose.
- Resources that are available to farmers that may assist in your own flood resilience planning
Queensland Flood Mapping Program
The Queensland Flood Mapping Program is designed to provide fit for purpose maps to a variety of stakeholders. One of the tools that has been developed as part of the project is the FloodCheck Interactive Map. The softwtare enables you to explore the flood maps available for your specific region.
The maps outline historic flood lines as well as the likely extent of flood plains within your specific region. The software also enables you to access reports as well as basin and town flood studies to aid in determining the flood risk for your farm.
Queensland Globe
Queensland Globe grants access to hundreds of spacial data layers as well as having the option to upload your own data to improve the accuracy of your flood research. Leverage the extensive layers of data at your fingertips to guide your resilience strategy. Identify potential risk areas for your farm by using topography and vegetation layers combined with historic flood data.
Australian Flood Risk Information Portal
The Australian Flood Risk Information Portal provides spacial data and flood studies. This resource comes in handy when you require flood mapping information for areas outside of Queensland.
Project Overview
The Natural Disaster Resilience Program is proudly funded by the Australian and Queensland Governments through the 2017 – 18 Natural Disaster Resilience Program.
The project enabled a joint collaboration between the Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, Queensland Farmers’ Federation and its member groups, Growcom and Queensland Dairyfarmers’ Organisation.
Ten primary producers were identified to participate in the project, selected from a range of tree crop producers, vegetable growers and dairy farmers.
Industry extension officers assisted producers to develop mitigation and resilience management plans for their individual properties; and consultants featured in this online course, provided technical advice to further develop flood mitigation strategies for the property and farm business.
The project outcomes being improved understanding of the impact of flood on farm properties, and prioritised risk mitigation strategies for farm businesses.
The online course is designed to deliver these learnings across industry sectors to assist primary producers better manage the business risks associated with flood, and provide practical management options to mitigate risk and better manage future responses to natural disasters.
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Natural Disaster Resilience Program
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Key Resources
Flood Check Portal: For exploring flood maps for your specific region.
Queensland Globe: Gain access to hundreds of spacial data layers for your local area.
Queensland Spacial Catalogue – QSpatial: Grants access to the Queensland Governments storage of spacial data.
Local Government Directory: The portal to your local governments directory.
Geoscience Australia: Flood risk information portal.
