The New South Wales (NSW) government will introduce legislation to create a recommended Reconstruction Authority as the state suffers through ongoing floods.
Premier Dominic Perrottet says the permanent agency will be dedicated to preparing NSW for disaster, as well as recovery and reconstruction efforts.
“We need to make sure communities across NSW are equipped to respond to natural disasters,” Perrottet said.
“This is also about ensuring our communities have the support they need to bounce back after a disaster hits.”
The Reconstruction Authority will be the lead agency for disaster prevention in NSW.
Deputy Premier Paul Toole said it would improve natural disaster management….