Insight Hub

Key findings, community perspectives, emerging risks, and resilience trends shaping Sydney’s future.

Heat

Greater Sydney Heat Taskforce and Heat Smart City Plan

Disaster Planning

Disaster Planning

When disasters strike, local governments play a critical role in supporting affected communities.

First Nations

Connect for Strength – First Nations

First Nations people have experienced 237 years of consecutive shock events starting with colonisation in 1788. The Australian Human Rights Commission recognises self-determination for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities

Governance

Governance

Sydney was among the first cities in the world to develop a comprehensive resilience strategy and is now among the first to embark on a second-generation strategy, reaffirming its leadership

Social Cohesion

Social Cohesion

More than any other level of government, local government can play significant roles in strengthening social cohesion.