Approximately $34m of emergency works and immediate reconstruction works have been completed to date. It is estimated that a further $18m will have been undertaken by the end of December.

A permanent water supply has been restored to Wingham, ensuring the community will have safe and secure access to water for the foreseeable future.

The Reconstruction Authority is refusing some Disaster Relief Grants claims because they are classified as being in a flood zone. This is despite them working closely for months with the residents to assist with their applications.

The restoration of Taree's Endeavour Reserve public boating facility commenced earlier this week. Funding has also been reieved for works at the Cundletown Kendall Reserve facility.

A permanent water supply will soon be restored to Wingham, with contractors currently installing a new pipeline that will supply the township directly from Bootawa Water Treatment Plant.