Hazards on the Horizon: Emerging Threats for Australia and New Zealand
Tracks
Room 1 - Southport 2 & 3
Room 2 - Southport 1
Room 3 - Gold Coast Ballroom
Room 4 - Surfers Paradise Ballroom
Room 5 - Coolangatta Rooms
| Tuesday, July 28, 2026 |
| 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM |
| Plenary - Gold Coast & Surfers Paradise Ballroom |
Overview
Jacinta Carroll, Senior Advisor in International Security and Public Policy, and Researcher, Deakin University
Details
·Three Key Learnings
1. Understanding emerging hazards: How global and regional developments are driving new and compounding risks for Australia and New Zealand
2. Broadening the risk lens: Why emergency management must integrate security awareness and horizon scanning into planning and decision-making
3. Strengthening future readiness: Practical approaches to build adaptive preparedness and resilience against evolving, interconnected threats
Speaker
Ms Jacinta Carroll
Senior Advisor in International Security and Public Policy, and Researcher
Deakin University
Hazards on the Horizon: Emerging Threats for Australia and New Zealand
Abstract
Jacinta Carroll will examine the emerging hazards shaping Australia and New Zealand’s future risk environment. Drawing on global security trends, regional dynamics, and technological disruption, this keynote explores how new and evolving threats—from geopolitical tensions to cyber and hybrid risks—are changing the nature, frequency, and severity of disasters. It will highlight why disaster and emergency management must expand its lens, anticipate emerging risks, and adapt approaches to preparedness and resilience in an increasingly complex and interconnected threat landscape.
The views expressed are her own and do not represent those of the Australian Government.
The views expressed are her own and do not represent those of the Australian Government.
Biography
Jacinta Carroll is a highly regarded Australian strategist and security expert, known for her deep expertise across national, regional, and global security issues. She has a strong track record advising governments in Australia, New Zealand, the Indo-Pacific, and internationally on complex strategic challenges. Her career spans senior government roles, alongside influential work with universities and leading think tanks, shaping policy and public debate. A sought-after and respected speaker and media commentator, Jacinta is recognised for her clear, practical insights and her ability to translate complexity into actionable strategy in a rapidly evolving global environment.
