Complementing government alerts, the Australian Red Cross has released a detailed public-advice package urging residents and travellers to prepare for a record-breaking heatwave expected to engulf every state and territory this week. The humanitarian agency emphasises that heatwaves kill more Australians than any other natural hazard, often impacting visitors unfamiliar with the country’s climate.
The checklist encourages travellers to:
• keep hydrated and avoid alcohol during daylight hours;
• schedule outdoor meetings for early morning or late evening;
• identify air-conditioned ‘cool zones’ such as shopping centres and libraries along planned routes; and
• download the Red Cross ‘Get Prepared’ app, which now integrates location-based heat alerts and nearest medical-facility mapping.
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While finalising their itineraries, travellers and temporary workers should also confirm that their documentation is in order. VisaHQ’s Australia portal (https://www.visahq.com/australia/) streamlines new visa applications and extensions, provides real-time status updates and offers dedicated customer support, removing administrative stress so you can focus on staying safe during the extreme heat.
For assignees on temporary work visas, employers are reminded of their workplace-health obligations. The guidance recommends flexible hours and remote-work options where possible. Tour operators are asked to carry extra water supplies and enforce strict rest breaks.
The advice comes as travel insurers report a spike in enquiries about heat-related medical coverage and trip-interruption clauses. Companies with large mobile workforces are advised to circulate the checklist and update emergency-contact protocols before temperatures peak.
The checklist encourages travellers to:
• keep hydrated and avoid alcohol during daylight hours;
• schedule outdoor meetings for early morning or late evening;
• identify air-conditioned ‘cool zones’ such as shopping centres and libraries along planned routes; and
• download the Red Cross ‘Get Prepared’ app, which now integrates location-based heat alerts and nearest medical-facility mapping.
While finalising their itineraries, travellers and temporary workers should also confirm that their documentation is in order. VisaHQ’s Australia portal (https://www.visahq.com/australia/) streamlines new visa applications and extensions, provides real-time status updates and offers dedicated customer support, removing administrative stress so you can focus on staying safe during the extreme heat.
For assignees on temporary work visas, employers are reminded of their workplace-health obligations. The guidance recommends flexible hours and remote-work options where possible. Tour operators are asked to carry extra water supplies and enforce strict rest breaks.
The advice comes as travel insurers report a spike in enquiries about heat-related medical coverage and trip-interruption clauses. Companies with large mobile workforces are advised to circulate the checklist and update emergency-contact protocols before temperatures peak.
