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Finland maintains national stockpiles of critical supplies. A culture of preparedness—based on shared responsibility and long-term planning—offers practical insights for how Australia, both public and private, might handle crises with more resilience and foresight.Learning Outcomes
• Understand how global contexts influence national approaches to resilience — the article explores how Finland’s proximity to Russia and historical conflicts informed its preparedness strategies.
• Recognise how partnerships and societal cohesion improve national outcomes — Finland’s comprehensive security model integrates all sectors of society, illustrating the value of inclusive planning.
