The Queensland Reconstruction Authority has developed an app to help councils make more informed infrastructure investment decisions.

The Repeat Events and Dollars Index (REDI) is an interactive web-based mapping tool that identifies the most likely and costly sites at risk from natural disaster.

Incorporating almost 10 years of geocoded damage data across approximately 600,000 locations, the REDI application recognises more than 20,000 assets in Queensland’s 77 local government areas.

This data is represented in the app via a heat map.

Treasurer and Minister responsible for the QRA Cameron Dick said the application would give councils a clear picture of where money should be spent to strengthen resilience and maximise recovery.

“Infrastructure investment is a critical element of the COVID economic recovery plan our government is delivering, Unite and Recover for Queensland Jobs,” Mr Dick said.

“The REDI web app will help councils target their infrastructure spending program to ensure maximum long-term benefit for their community, and this work will drive employment across our state.”

Mr Dick said the QRA would keep working with councils to add new damage data to continually improve the REDI web app.

The QRA conducted trials of REDI with McKinlay Shire Council, Rockhampton Regional Council, Cassowary Coast Regional Council, Hinchinbrook Shire Council and Southern Downs Regional Council.

For check out the app visit qra.qld.gov.au/REDI