NSW Flood Recovery Minister Steph Cooke recovery will be critical in supporting flood-affected victims.

The recent national emergency announcement made by the Prime Minister will allow more individuals to have support after wild weather destroyed family homes and businesses.

Minister Cooke told Jim Wilson, “We will take whatever can be offered”.

“Hopefully the declaration by the Prime Minister will result in a reduction of red tape.”

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