Learn practical tools to stay calm in a crisis

FRASER Coast residents are invited to a free seminar in Hervey Bay to learn practical ways to stay calm, focused and resilient in times of stress, disaster or crisis.

The event, Neuro-Resilience: Cognitive Tools in Disaster Recovery and Times of Crisis, will be held at The Clubhouse (Golf Club), Hervey Bay, from 10am to 1.30pm on Thursday 27 November 2025.

Fraser Coast Mayor George Seymour said the seminar was about giving people skills that can help in both everyday life and emergency situations.

“When disaster strikes, it’s not just our homes and streets that are under pressure – our minds are too,” Cr Seymour said.

“This seminar will give people simple tools to reduce stress, think clearly and make better decisions when it matters most.”

“We know the Fraser Coast is exposed to extreme weather and other emergencies. By building individual resilience, we are building community resilience – and that benefits everyone.”

The session will be delivered by Dr Helena Popovic, an internationally recognised doctor, author and high-performance coach with more than 30 years of experience in brain science.

Dr Popovic is known for her engaging, down-to-earth style and practical, evidence-based advice.

Participants will walk away with tips to:

• Build resilience and reduce stress
• Improve memory, focus and decision-making
• Stay mentally strong before, during and after disasters

The seminar is open to anyone aged over 15 and will be especially helpful for first responders, health workers, volunteers and community members who want to be better prepared.

A light lunch will be provided during a short break midway through the session.
The seminar is jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland Governments under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFAS) and is delivered in partnership with Country to Coast Primary Health Network.

Book online via Eventbrite: https://bit.ly/4pS5jSm