Residents with storm damaged items put them out for collection by Coffs Harbour City Council. Photo: Tim Jarrett
“Once the flood waters have receded the clean-up process for residents in these communities can be long, and hard,” NSW Environment Protection Authority CEO Tracy Mackey said
“This will apply to all flood-generated waste such as water damaged building waste, furniture and carpet.
“We hope that this assistance helps communities to expedite their clean-up operations to help them get back on their feet as soon as possible.”
The exemption applies until 31 May 2021 on debris and waste created by local flooding. A raspberry grower had his crop and equipment decimated by the force of flash flooding on Sherwood Creek Rd. Photo: Tim Jarrett
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Subscriber only With families losing almost everything they own following the devastating Corindi storm, a charity is urging those keen on supporting them to make smart donations. Givit is working with Coffs Harbour City Council and local charities to ensure donated money and offers of goods and services end up where they are needed most, through a unique online portal. Support from the NSW Government ensures that every dollar that donated will be used to purchase exactly what is needed in disaster affected areas of the Coffs Coast. Â Givit s NSW Manager Scott Barrett said residents currently need essential and everyday items such as toiletries, food and fuel vouchers which can be donated through their website.