Lessons from the Victorian Bushfires will explore how bushfire risk is changing, what recent events reveal about exposure and vulnerability, and how the insurance sector, researchers, and policymakers can strengthen preparedness, resilience, claims response and long‑term risk management.
Featuring insights from the Insurance Council of Australia (ICA), Natural Hazards Research Australia (NHRA), and an additional expert to be confirmed, this webinar offers a timely and practical discussion on the future of bushfire risk and the evolving demands on the insurance ecosystem.
Key takeaways:
- How bushfire risk is evolving in a more volatile climate
- ICA’s role in Significant vs Catastrophic events and coordinating industry response
- Claims trends and data insights emerging from recent Victorian bushfires
- Built environment vulnerabilities and opportunities to strengthen resilience
- Pathways toward national resilience, including strategy development and resilience rating systems
Speakers
Kylie Macfarlane — Deputy CEO & Chief Operating Officer, Insurance Council of Australia
Andrew Gissing — Chief Executive Officer, Natural Hazards Research Australia