72-Hour Emergency Kit
Australia
Why 72 Hours Matters in Australia
In real emergencies:
Roads may be closed or unsafe
Supermarkets can empty within hours
Power and water supplies may be disrupted
Emergency services may prioritise life-threatening situations
Being 72-hour ready means your household is not scrambling when everyone else is.
It’s practical preparedness — not panic.
Emergency services across Australia recommend households be prepared to be self-sufficient for at least 72 hours.
Whether it’s bushfire isolation, flooding, severe storms or extended power outages, the first three days are often the most critical.
A properly designed 72-hour emergency kit ensures your household has the essentials to stay safe, hydrated and connected while waiting for services to stabilise.
3 out of 4 Aussie homes are not prepared.
3 out of 4 Aussie homes are not prepared.
What should be in a 72-hour emergency kit?
A complete 3-day emergency kit in Australia should include:
Power & Communication:
Solar or crank emergency radio
High-capacity power bank
Reliable torches
Backup charging options
Water & Hydration:
At least 3 litres of water per person per day
Water purification tablets
Safe storage containers
First Aid & Safety:
Comprehensive first aid kit
Gloves, masks and protective gear
Emergency blankets
Hygiene Essentials:
Toilet supplies
Sanitiser and wipes
Personal hygiene basics
Many households try to build their own kits, but often miss critical items — especially communication and water purification tools.
2025
Australia’s Complete 72-Hour Emergency Kit
Our Comprehensive Emergency Kit is designed specifically for Australian conditions and includes over 240 carefully selected essentials in one organised, grab-and-go system.
✔ Designed for bushfires, floods & storms
✔ Includes solar charging & emergency radio
✔ Water storage & purification included
✔ First aid, hygiene & safety gear
✔ Over $600+ value bundled together
Instead of researching and sourcing items individually, this kit provides a structured, reliable solution ready to store and use.
Shelter-in-Place
Power & light during outages
Water supply
Hygiene & sanitation
Evacuation Ready
Grab-and-go portability
Document storage
Communication tools
Who Should Have a 3 Day Emergency Kit?
Every Australian household benefits from being 72-hour ready, particularly:
Families in bushfire-prone areas
Homes in flood-affected regions
Apartment dwellers reliant on lifts & power
Regional communities prone to storm damage
Preparedness is not extreme — it’s responsible.
Be Ready Before You Need It
The best time to prepare is before severe weather warnings are issued.
A 72-hour emergency kit provides confidence and clarity when conditions are uncertain.
FAQs
How much water do I need for 72 hours?
1
Emergency guidelines recommend at least 3 litres per person per day. That means 9 litres per person for 3 days, plus additional for hygiene.
Is a 72-hour kit enough?
2
A 72-hour kit covers the most critical initial period. Some households choose to expand supplies further depending on location and risk level.
Can I build my own kit?
3
You can, but many people underestimate costs and miss key items such as communication equipment or water purification. A complete kit saves time and ensures nothing essential is overlooked.
Where should I store a 72-hour emergency kit?
4
Store in a cool, accessible location — ideally near an exit if evacuation may be required.