Kristy McBain (Eden-Monaro, Australian Labor Party, Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories) Share this | Hansard source

The Albanese government is providing financial support to people in Victoria, Tasmania and New South Wales affected by extensive and ongoing flooding, and we are doing so quickly. More than 100 local government areas have been activated for the disaster recovery allowance since 14 September, and a further 30 local government areas have been activated for the Australian government disaster recovery payment. I have called numerous mayors in flood affected areas to let them know the Albanese government stands ready to help.

As heavy rainfall eases across north-east New South Wales, additional rainfall is now moving down towards the South Coast of New South Wales and eastern Victoria. The rain is impacting already saturated landscapes, including many that already have floods in their area.

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