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Articles for Eugowra

Eugowra floods recovery success thanks to savvy planning and community spirit
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Eugowra floods recovery success thanks to savvy planning and community spirit

ABC  

The simple sound of rain on a tin roof is a reassuring one for many of us. "The other night when the rain was pounding down, I just couldn't sleep," said local farmer and photographer Kim Storey when I called to check on how the recovery effort was progressing. Proactive recovery plans The man who headed Eugowra's local flood recovery …

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Federal inquiry launched into insurance companies handling of flood payouts
1 year, 5 months ago

Federal inquiry launched into insurance companies handling of flood payouts

ABC  

A federal parliamentary inquiry is being established into the response of insurance companies to Australia's 2022 flood disasters. Key points: Parliament launches an inquiry into response of insurance companies handling of flood claims Residents are battling insurance companies over claims The Insurance Council says it welcomes the announcement Independent MP Andrew Gee pushed for the inquiry because of the experiences …

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Central West NSW residents still recovering from flood, but community support vital
1 year, 6 months ago

Central West NSW residents still recovering from flood, but community support vital

ABC  

When Sharon Radwick was rescued from her Eugowra roof during the November 2022 flash floods, the first thing she asked about was her father. Earlier that day, Ms Radwick had told her father, Ljubisa "Les" Vugec, not to come over for his regular visit, as the previous night's rainfall had caused minor flooding around the house. Ms Radwick said she …

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Exhaustion sets in as cost of record flood reaches 'millions' for Eugowra residents
1 year, 7 months ago

Exhaustion sets in as cost of record flood reaches 'millions' for Eugowra residents

ABC  

Six months ago residents of a small New South Wales town woke to what they thought would be a normal Monday morning. Key points: The clean-up continues six months since devastating flash flooding Eugowra residents say they need more government funding to rebuild their lives The Premier Chris Minns is being urged to visit the affected communities A few hours …

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Wyangala Dam misses out on federal funding, but millions to be spent on improving flood warning systems
1 year, 7 months ago

Wyangala Dam misses out on federal funding, but millions to be spent on improving flood warning systems

ABC  

There is still no federal funding available for one of the most expensive water security projects in New South Wales. Key points: The Wyangala Dam expansion misses out again on federal funding The NSW government will start reviewing a long-awaited business case for the expansion Millions of dollars will be spent on improving flood warning systems for towns The proposed …

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Longest New South Wales flood operation in SES history finally over after nearly six months
1 year, 9 months ago

Longest New South Wales flood operation in SES history finally over after nearly six months

ABC  

The largest and longest flood response operation on record from the New South Wales State Emergency Service has today come to a welcome end. Key points: The SES's major flood response for western NSW began in September 2022 The final flood warning was lifted this week Seven people died in the floods, 157 homes were destroyed, and 2,816 were left …

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Eugowra children return to school as community recovers from devastating NSW floods
1 year, 10 months ago

Eugowra children return to school as community recovers from devastating NSW floods

ABC  

For the children of Eugowra, in Central West NSW, the return to school this week has been like no other. Key points: Counselling is set to continue for students left traumatised by the Eugowra flood St Joseph's Catholic Primary School suffered significant damage but is reopening with demountable classrooms Schools offered free backpacks, uniforms and vouchers to make it easier …

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Eugowra community keeps Christmas spirit alive after devastating NSW floods
2 years ago

Eugowra community keeps Christmas spirit alive after devastating NSW floods

ABC  

From toy drives to sharing a church and a community Christmas lunch, the residents of Eugowra are determined to create a sense of normality this festive season. That's Eugowra, we're all one big community," the principal of the local Catholic school, Cathy Eppelstun, said. With church services and presents sorted, the Eugowra Promotion and Progress Association turned its attention to …

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Helicopter rescue bills issued to Eugowra residents after deadly flood to be waived
2 years ago

Helicopter rescue bills issued to Eugowra residents after deadly flood to be waived

ABC  

The New South Wales government has taken action after it was revealed that some flood victims in Eugowra were billed for helicopter rescues by the ambulance service. Key points: At least three bills have been sent to Eugowra residents, for helicopter rescue from flooded homes The ABC understands they were more than $1000 each The Deputy Premier, Paul Toole, says …

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In flood-ravaged towns like Eugowra, residents face 'nonsensical' flood insurance premiums
2 years ago

In flood-ravaged towns like Eugowra, residents face 'nonsensical' flood insurance premiums

ABC  

As beeping trucks and heavy machinery collect flood debris strewn down her street, Eugowra resident Alison Teml surveys the damage to her home. Key points: Flood and storm insurance claims since 2020 have topped $12.3 billion, according to the Insurance Council of Australia Flood victims say they can't afford insurance premiums Experts say government-backed "reinsurance pools" could provide coverage for …

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How an extreme flash flood wiped out Eugowra in NSW
2 years ago

How an extreme flash flood wiped out Eugowra in NSW

ABC  

As the residents of Eugowra begin to rebuild their lives after a deadly flash flood saw them clambering onto rooftops, they are also searching for answers as to how the scale of the disaster caught them by surprise. "They had eight inches at Lidster, the start of the Boree Creek that feeds into this creek," former shire councillor and Eugowra …

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Optimism in Eugowra as community looks to rebuild, days after deadly flash flood destroyed most of the town
2 years, 1 month ago

Optimism in Eugowra as community looks to rebuild, days after deadly flash flood destroyed most of the town

ABC  

In the immediate hours and days after a deadly flash flood destroyed most of Eugowra, in the NSW Central West, there was a sense that the town could not come back from such a disaster. Centre committee member Brendan Mansbridge said it was important to get things moving to "try and get some normality in the town". "If people can …

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NSW Central West floods from above: Aerial photographs highlight force of the floodwaters
2 years, 1 month ago

NSW Central West floods from above: Aerial photographs highlight force of the floodwaters

ABC  

Aerial photographs captured this week highlight the force of the floodwaters that have torn through several inland NSW communities since the weekend. The slider image above shows the town's central business district was firmly within the path of Lake Forbes, which had well and truly burst its bank amid major flooding in the Lachlan River. The floodwaters have caused havoc …

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Molong, NSW, inundated by floodwaters as shipping container is swept down main road
2 years, 1 month ago

Molong, NSW, inundated by floodwaters as shipping container is swept down main road

Daily Mail  

A large shipping container has been spotted floating down the main road of a NSW town after it was inundated by floodwaters. @7NEWSCentWest @7NewsSydney @7NewsAustralia #nswfloods pic.twitter.com/2bES1FzaSN — Christopher Tan November 13, 2022 'It was just unbelievable how fast the water came,' local Mary Mulhall said from the Molong RSL Club on Monday. A shipping container has been spotted floating …

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