Tag: LISMORE FLOODS 2022
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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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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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Another blow for Lismore man losing everything in a house fire months after the flood disaster
Devastation for a Northern Rivers man, who’s lost everything in a house fire… months after his previous home went under in the flood disaster. Eli Roth was in the process of rebuilding his life – now he’s in limbo again. A crowdfunding page has been set up to help them rebuild.
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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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Lismore Show returns opening its gates with free entry for all three days
Lismore’s Show has made a triumphant return to the same grounds that were inundated eight months ago. Thousands are expected to pass through the gates, with free entry for the first time in the show’s history.
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Uncertainty surrounds the future of Norco ice-cream factory and workers
Uncertainty still surrounds the future of the Norco ice-cream factory – after the company says, a federal government grant aimed at keeping it open, fell short. With the support package for big businesses not covering the rebuild costs and financial support running out workers will be stood down.
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Petbarn Lismore continues to support animals in need through the flood disaster
It was one of many stores destroyed by the floods, but despite its misfortune, Lismore Petbarn staff continued to support animals in need. Six months on, the doors have finally re-opened – helping more owners access crucial supplies for their furry friends.
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Community responders vow to be more prepared for the next Northern Rivers disaster
Six months after the Northern Rivers flood disaster, locals are reflecting on the lessons learned. As agencies work to implement recommendations from the recent flood inquiry, some community members are taking matters into their own hands.
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FEDERAL GOVERNMENT YET TO BE FORMALLY APPROACHED FOR FLOOD REBUILD FUNDING
The Federal Government is yet to be formally approached for funding, to start the Northern Rivers rebuild. State Member for Lismore, Janelle Saffin is questioning the delay… Following a two-week independent flood inquiry by the New South Wales Government. A government spokesperson says the Premier spoke with the Prime Minister this week, telling NBN News…