NSW Reconstruction Authority– media releases
Browse media releases from the NSW Reconstruction Authority.
Community consultation underway to deliver $40 million housing program unique to the Central West
Flood-impacted residents of the Central West will hear about a range of resilience measures such as home buybacks, raising, retrofits, rebuilds and relocations in the first in a series of information sessions on the $40 million Resilient Homes Program (RHP) this week.
Enhanced planning powers will help Broadwater students get back to their local school sooner
In a state first, the NSW Government will use its enhanced planning powers under the NSW Reconstruction Authority Act to return students back to Broadwater Public School in the first term of 2025, ending years of delay and impacts to the community.
Major milestones in disaster recovery for Northern Rivers
Australia’s largest disaster adaptation project on the Northern Rivers has moved into its next phase, with tailored home assessments available to make homes more resilient against flooding.
Local plans to help councils reduce disaster risk for communities
A new set of draft guidelines that will assist councils to develop localised Disaster Adaptation Plans (DAPs) that reduce the risk and impact of climate related hazards and help communities recover faster are now out for community consultation.
Central West residents encouraged to shape future of $40m Housing Program
The NSW Government will embark on a program of community engagement sessions in the Central West to ensure residents impacted by the 2022 floods have their say on the design and delivery of the $40 million Central West Housing Program.
$210,000 funding agreement to help deliver flood resilient land and housing for Ballina
Lismore MP Janelle Saffin joined Ballina MP Tamara Smith for a Resilient Lands Program announcement of $210,000 to Ballina Shire Council to develop more housing options across its LGA.
Recovery support available for flood-affected NSW communities
Disaster assistance is now available in the Camden, Kiama, Shellharbour, Shoalhaven, Wingecarribee and Wollongong Local Government Areas (LGAs) following the impact of flooding from 6 June 2024.
$245,000 funding agreement for Richmond Valley Council to help deliver flood-resilient land
Up to 1500 flood-resilient homes could be developed at the Summerland Estate, just north of Casino, thanks to $245,000 in funding from the NSW Government’s $100m Resilient Lands Program.
Northern Rivers recovery and resilience program improving flood resilience through the delivery of 36 projects
Bridge expansions, upgraded pumps, enhanced evacuation routes and nature-based projects are just a few of the 36 projects being rolled out as part of the Northern Rivers Recovery and Resilience Program (NRRRP).
Recovery centres open in the Illawarra to support flood-affected residents
Following the region’s early-April flooding event, the Australian and NSW Government’s disaster declaration has allowed Illawarra residents access to a range of special assistance measures.