Floodplain Management Australia

Floodplain Management Australia (FMA) is the peak national body for flood risk practitioners in Australia. FMA promotes wise management of development on floodplains and community awareness of flood-related issues, helping to reduce the risks of flooding to life and property.

FMA represents the interests of Members at local, state and federal government levels. FMA Members include over 170 local councils, catchment management authorities, federal, state and territory government agencies, businesses, and professionals involved in all aspects of urban and rural flood risk management.

The annual FMA Conference is the most respected flood risk management event held in Australia. The Conference is a three day event (with an additional day for optional in depth workshops) that has been held annually for over 50 years with a focus on bringing together flood risk managers for information sharing and the setting of visions and priorities for flood risk management across the country.

The Conference generally attracts around 400 practitioners who are working in or interested in flood risk management. Attendees include Commonwealth, state and local government representatives, research organisations and education providers as well as consultants, engineers, land-use planners, emergency responders and community volunteer organisations. Recent programs have included international contributors from the USA, UK, the Netherlands, New Zealand and Vietnam.

In addition to the Conference, FMA hosts Meeting in Brisbane and Sydney in February, August and November to keep Members connected throughout the year.