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NSW floods
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‘Begging in tears’: Lismore flood victim’s harrowing tale
A Lismore man, whose sister relies on a machine to breathe, has detailed the almost unimaginable scene when the flood hit – and his struggles since. Read his incredible account.
$3 billion: Huge bill to rehouse flood victims
A NSW emergency council called ‘Hawk’ will be created to respond quickly and effectively to future catastrophes, as the government reveals it could $3 billion to buy back and swap flood-impacted properties.
Flood funding ‘too slow’ for bruised and broken Broke
When it comes to funding, Hunter residents say they have been short-changed compared to those in the same circumstances in Lismore.
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Lismore flood victims drowning in red tape
Almost two months since the state’s devastating floods, Lismore flood victims are being forced to live in their ruined houses as they wait for slow-moving assistance.
Pop-up pod ‘cities’ to house flood victims
Families left homeless after the devastating NSW floods will be able to relocate to temporary housing “pods” — which were successfully used during bushfire recovery.
Fight to fix schools wiped out by floods
Nine northern NSW schools have been condemned after floods devastated the region in recent weeks. More than 1000 students are now forced to travel to other schools for lessons.
Sydney region copping the brunt of rain bomb
One region in Sydney has copped the brunt of Wednesday’s rainfall but there’s more to come, with forecasters warning up to 140mm could fall across the city and its surrounds tomorrow.
$10k accordion trashed but mud won’t stop the music
A $10,000 accordion was trashed, but a ukulele with a hidden note from a Tobruk veteran survived. Hear how 75-year-old local legend Christiaan Dolislager is planning a remarkable comeback.
‘This is our home’: Lismore residents staying put despite new flood
The third major flood in five years is still not enough of a wake-up call to some Lismore residents who say they are committed to rebuilding near flood plains. Here’s why.
Reprieve from rain may not come until June, experts say
It’s not the news that rain ravaged New South Wales communities will want to hear but weather experts say the above average rainfall could continue until mid this year. See what’s causing it all.
‘It’s cruel’: After a night of celebration, Woodburn underwater again
A Woodburn resident says it is “like an April fool’s joke” as residents are left with an agonising wait as water in their town rises. See the incredible photos and videos coming out of the unique NSW town.
Mini cyclone that hit Byron, Lismore ‘was predictable’
The Bureau of Meteorology may not have seen the mini cyclone that was about to hit flood-ravaged northern NSW with more than 400mm of rain this week — but others did.
Miracle baby born after Lismore flood terror
Meet Harlem, the miracle bub whose family had to climb on their roof just days before he was born to escape the Lismore flood swallowing their home. Read their extraordinary tale of determination, bravery and luck.
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