The floods in February and March are still having direct impacts on the lives of many people from not being able to get back into their homes because of damage to their houses to gaining access their homes. For others, it is just managing the aftermath of impacts that is overwhelming and they may need help with things like insurance.
Flood information and assistance is available through Service NSW who is taking the Service NSW trailer to a range of locations around the Northern Rivers. No appointment is needed and you can drop in to find out what assistance may be available to you including grants and property assistance to rebuilding roads and driveways to helping you get back into your homes. If you are a primary producer they will also be able to provide information on where to go for government assistance.
Service NSW traler locations:
- 6 July – South Golden Beach Community Centre
- 7 July – River Street, New Brighton
- 8 July – Ocean Shores Shopping Centre
- 11 July – John Oxley Drive, Chinderah Bay, Cinderah
- 12 July – 124/126 Riverside Drive, Tumbulgum
- 13 July – Uki School of Arts
Phone Service NSW on 13 77 88 or go to www.nsw.gov.au/disaster-recovery