Recovery centres and assistance points are operating across Greater Sydney, the Central Coast and the Hunter to support communities recovering from the recent flood event.
Minister for Emergency Services and Resilience and Minister for Flood Recovery Steph Cooke said the multi-agency hubs are designed to help flood-affected individuals, families, farmers and business owners begin the clean-up and recovery process.
“This is an incredibly challenging and emotional time, particularly for those who have experienced severe weather and flooding multiple times over the past 18 months,” Ms Cooke said.
“As we transition from response to recovery, it can be difficult for people to know where to start. Recovery centres and assistance points function as a first port of call for people needing access to the various flood recovery supports on offer.
“Whether you need to replace damaged documents, receive assistance with the physical clean-up or access emergency accommodation or mental health services, our centres and assistance points can help.”
Resilience NSW Commissioner Shane Fitzsimmons said it was important to make accessing support as straightforward as possible.
“Through our recovery centres and assistance points, NSW Government agencies, community organisations and welfare bodies can all be found in one spot,” Commissioner Fitzsimmons said.
“They are there to connect individuals and families with a range of services and offer support, as they begin the long and complex recovery process.”
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