Community Recovery
Disaster Recovery
Recovery from floods, bushfires and other natural hazards can be a long and sometimes overwhelming process.
During the 2019/20 bushfire season, 59% of the Clarence Valley was burnt (6,151 sq km).
In the February and March 2022 Severe Weather and Flooding event, 4% of the Clarence Valley was flooded (284 sq km of agricultural and 9 sq km of residential land)
We're committed to helping our residents prevent, prepare, respond and recover from the impacts of these natural hazards.
Recovery Centres
A Recovery Centre offers more than just support in applying for financial assistance, it’s also a place where affected people can share their concerns with people who understand what you’re going through.
There’s support for your immediate needs as well as information and advice about all the programs that are available from the government, charities and local support services.
Recovery Centre staff are able help you get application processes started and answer questions about your circumstances.
There’s support for individuals, businesses, farmers and landholders. And ongoing help is available over the phone.
Agencies and services at a centre may include local council, Disaster Welfare, small business, Red Cross, NSW Health, Legal Aid, Fair Trading, Salvation Army, chaplains and insurers.
Find the location of your nearest Recovery Centre here. Alternately, register with Service NSW on 13 77 88 for assistance Monday to Friday 7am - 7pm or visit www.service.nsw.gov.au to register online.
Bushfire Recovery
BUSHFIRE RECOVERY
If you were impacted by the 2019/20 bushfires, you can get information regarding support and programs here.
The NSW Bushfire Customer Care Service can also help you navigate assistance that's available across all levels of government.
BUSHFIRE RESILIENCE
The Clarence Valley Council Resilient Clarence Program captures and shares examples of local resilience following the 2019/20 bushfires. Through community-led workshops and events, those impacted can support and inspire each other, build capacity, reconnect with nature and share (cultural) knowledge. Find further information regarding the Resilient Clarence program here.
Flood Recovery
FLOOD RECOVERY
If you have been impacted by the recent flood events, you can get information regarding support and financial assistance available here.