Tag: FLOOD RECOVERY
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Lismore locals welcome $200 million to back up Independent Flood Inquiry recommendations
Lismore locals are welcoming new funding to help implement the recommendations from the independent flood inquiry. The State Emergency Service is also looking forward to the boost, to help prepare the region for the next disaster.
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Record number of legal assistance required after flood disaster
Numerous flooding events including February’s disaster in the Northern Rivers has sparked a record high demand for free legal help. The rush isn’t expected to slow down anytime soon – with thousands of residents still needing assistance.
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Mid Coast dairy farmers back flood recovery strategy
Dairy farmers still reeling from floods have been given a helping hand, with the state and federal governments locking in funding for key projects to prepare for the next disaster. Mid Coast producers have backed the plan.
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Lismore City Council continuing to count the cost of the flood disaster
Lismore City Council continues to count the cost of the flood disaster. It’s hoped grant funding will ensure ratepayers don’t bear the brunt of a deficit, that has grown.
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Australian Seabird and Turtle Rescue on the mend as well as wildlife after flood disaster
Wildlife on the Far North Coast have been the silent victims of the flooding disaster. Australian Seabird and Turtle rescue at Ballina says the impacts are going to be seen for months.
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Mullumbimby temporary housing site leaves a handful of residents at a greater risk of flooding
A study into how a temporary housing site at Mullumbimby will impact flooding for neighbouring properties has been released. The construction will leave some residents in a better position, but a handful will be worse off and are now wondering if they’ll be compensated.
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First information sessions held for the $800 million Resilient Homes Program leaving questions unanswered
It’s been long awaited and today the process has begun for the $800 million Resilient Homes Program. The first public consultation session held in Lismore today, but for many landholders, there’s still some questions left unanswered.
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Questions remain over how the $800 million buyback program will work
While Northern Rivers residents have welcomed the buyback scheme, questions remain over how it will work. Some residents fear they’ll miss out on options, because of where they live.
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Tweed Council wraps up river cleanup after seven months
Tweed Shire Council has wrapped up its clean up of the Tweed River – with more than 890 square metres of debris removed. The clean up, which began in April used underwater divers and barge-mounted excavators to clear the river. Among the items found were cars, fallen trees and even a boat pontoon. (NO AUDIO)
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Marine Rescue and SES join forces for the first time after flood inquiry recommendations
For the first time ever Marine Rescue and SES have joined forces. NBN News was given an EXCLUSIVE look at how the agencies will work together when the next disaster strikes.