DISASTER FUNDING EXPANDED TO KYOGLE AND RICHMOND VALLEY

Kyogle and Richmond Valley residents whose homes have been damaged by severe storms and flooding could be eligible for disaster assistance.

A joint Commonwealth and state funding initiative has been announced.

It will also help councils cover the cost of the clean-up.

Disaster assistance has already been made available in the Clarence Valley, Lismore and Coffs Harbour areas.

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