Albanese Government funds disaster mitigation and airport road protection in NSW
What happened
The Albanese Government allocated $37 million through Round Four of its $1 billion Disaster Ready Fund for projects across New South Wales. This funding contributes to a total investment of nearly $81.9 million, which is complemented by nearly $44.9 million from the Minns Government and project partners. Projects include a flood mitigation initiative in Lismore and funding for a flood-protected access road to Port Macquarie Airport. The government also invested $5.77 million to upgrade Australia's Fire Danger Rating System.
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Why it matters
The funding supports infrastructure resilience and risk reduction initiatives for communities exposed to natural hazards. The investments help communities prepare for and withstand the impacts of natural disasters. The package also includes funding for the Heat Smart City Plan in Greater Sydney.
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Who's involved
- LismoreIs receiving direct government funding for a flood mitigation project.
- New South WalesIs the state receiving $37 million in disaster mitigation and infrastructure funding.
- Port Macquarie AirportIs receiving funding for a flood-protected access road.
- SydneyIs receiving funding for the Heat Smart City Plan as part of the package.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- Port Macquarie AirportSpeculative
Could see reduced operational costs related to infrastructure vulnerability due to the flood-protected access road.
- New South WalesSpeculative
May see improved regional stability, which could support long-term business investment.
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The entities involved
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Lismore
town in New South Wales, Australia
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New South Wales
state of Australia
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Port Macquarie Airport
airport in Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia