ANZEMC membership
ANZEMC brings together senior officials from the Australian Government. It includes officials from state and territory governments. As well as senior officials from ALGA and New Zealand.
ANZEMC is co-chaired by our Coordinator-General and another ANZEMC member. The non-NEMA co-chair role rotates across the membership every two years.
National Register and Reunite Guidelines
The purpose of the National Register and Reunite Guidelines (PDF 1.78MB) is to strengthen our shared ability to register and reunite people and families during crisis. This includes fostering a nationally consistent approach and better collaboration between jurisdictions. The Guidelines support reconnecting communities affected by severe events and complex situations.
Based on 10 National Register and Reunite Principles, the Guidelines aim to support cooperation and partnerships across jurisdictions without duplicating existing processes. They focus on helping people and families reconnect in difficult circumstances, building community resilience by reducing trauma, supporting psychosocial recovery, and strengthening community connection.
The Guidelines reflect ANZEMC’s commitment to equity and inclusion. They stress the importance of ensuring reunification services are accessible to those most at risk, including people with injuries or disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, First Nations peoples, and people living in remote and regional areas. This commitment aligns with ANZEMC’s focus on accessibility and inclusion for all Australians.
Adoption of these Guidelines is voluntary. Each State and Territory can decide which parts they choose to apply. The Guidelines represent an ANZEMC‑agreed set of best‑practice principles for National Register and Reunite activities.
