Flood buyback land across the Northern Rivers could soon become parks, community hubs and environmental projects under a major overhaul of the Resilient Homes Program.
Kristy McBain
Posted inFlood, Local News
New Bluff Bridge reconnects communities along Orara Way
A new flood-resilient bridge on Orara Way is restoring a critical connection for north-east NSW communities, reducing the risk of isolation during severe weather.
Posted inFlood, MidCoast
$56 million recovery package targets long road back for Mid North Coast communities
Mid North Coast communities will share in a $56.3 million recovery package to support rebuilding, environmental repair and local businesses.
Posted inByron Bay, Roads and Infrastructure
Major upgrade completed on key Northern Rivers road
A $10.7 million upgrade to Wilsons Creek Road has been completed, improving access and resilience for Northern Rivers communities.
Posted inLismore, Roads and Infrastructure
Major road program underway to rebuild Lismore network
A major road restoration program has begun across Lismore, targeting 49 roads damaged in the 2022 floods.
Posted inFlood, Lismore, Regional Development, Roads and Infrastructure
Tractor pump replaced as Lismore moves to automated flood system
Lismore’s ageing tractor-driven flood pump is being replaced with a high-tech automated system, boosting capacity and removing the need for manual operation during floods.
Posted inRegional Development, Richmond Valley, Roads and Infrastructure
New $18 million bridges boost flood resilience on key Northern Rivers route
New bridges near Tatham are set to strengthen a key Northern Rivers evacuation and supply route, improving access during future floods.
Posted inBellingen Shire, Grants and funding, Roads and Infrastructure
Federal Government funding for Summervilles Road
The Albanese Government has committed $3.8 million to replace two timber bridges on Summervilles Road with concrete structures, addressing key pinch points on the current Waterfall Way detour.
Posted inFire, Local News
Natural disaster declarations made for North Coast LGA’s following bushfires
Residents across the Mid Coast and five other New South Wales regions are now eligible for disaster assistance.