The State Government is continuing to build momentum in the sale and relocation of buyback homes across the Northern Rivers, following an overwhelming community response to the first six auctions.
Janelle Saffin
Posted inEnergy, Environment, Rappville, Richmond Valley
Richmond Valley solar farm approved to power 175,000 homes
A $1.2 billion solar farm near Rappville has been approved, set to power 175,000 homes, create more than 300 construction jobs and deliver $11 million in community infrastructure funding for the Richmond Valley.
Posted inFlood, Housing, Lismore, North Coast Surrounds
Lismore buyback home auctions ramp up across the Northern Rivers
Another 42 homes will go under the hammer by Christmas as part of the Resilient Homes Program, with the Minns Labor Government aiming to expand buyback auctions and give Northern Rivers families affordable housing opportunities.
Posted inCommunity development, Flood, Lismore, North Coast Surrounds
Community to help shape future use of Lismore buyback land
More than 500 flood-affected blocks in Lismore will be transformed under a new planning partnership between the NSW Government and Lismore City Council, giving locals the chance to help shape how buyback land will be used in the future.
Posted inEmergency management, Local News, News
Who Let the Boats Out: NSW SES Launch Training Exercise in Armidale
More than 750 emergency service personnel have taken to waterways across the state today for the NSW State Emergency Service’s (SES) annual flood boat training exercise. Today our Armidale team got a chance to hone their skills.