The Big Map helps Burnett Inland communities in preparedness, disaster resilience, education, planning and engagement.
This Big Map is available for schools, community groups, emergency services or anyone else to hire free of charge. The disaster management team and emergency services can also attend depending on their availability at the time of request.
Size: Large 15 x 15 m physical fabric map that is made up of five (5) pieces/fabric panels depicting a topographical view of the Burnett Inland region, QLD.
Custodianship: South Burnett Local Disaster Management Group are the custodians of the Big Map and agencies including QFD, QPS, QAS, SES are happy to support the education and preparedness of this tool
Acknowledgement: Big Map was originally developed through the Disaster Resilient: Future Ready Burnett Inland program which was a partnership between the Foundation of Rural Regional Renewal (FRRR) and Red Earth Community Foundation and was made possible through the support of Minderoo Foundation and the Australian Government’s Preparing Australian Communities Program – Local.
Make a Booking
Contact Council’s Disaster Management Team on 4189 9100 to express your interest.
Need to agree to care instructions:
- No shoes on the map – socks or soft, clean footwear are preferred. If someone is unable to remove their shoes due to injury, accessibility, or other vulnerabilities, this is allowed, just take extra care to keep the map clean.
- No food or drinks on the mat – spills can permanently stain the fabric.
- Use on a hard, flat surface – avoid grass, gravel or uneven flooring that may snag the fabric.
- Spot clean with water only – use a damp, soft cloth or sponge.
- Do not use hard cleaning chemicals – they can damage the fabric and fade the print.
- Avoid sharp objects – pens, scissors, or pins can puncture or tear the fabric.
