Federal government payments to people affected by the recent NSW floods have been extended to another eight council areas, taking the total to 37.
More than 600,000 people affected by the NSW floods had together received in excess of $514 million in payments, the prime minister said.
"The floods were widespread and lasted several days, and as the extent of the damage is reported, we are continuing to make sure support is made available," he said.Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the federal and NSW governments were working closely together to support victims of the disaster, and more than 600,000 people affected by the floods had together received in excess of $514 million in payments.
When asked about the possibility of relocating people from flood-prone areas, particularly Lismore in northern NSW, Mr Albanese said preliminary discussions had taken place between the state and federal governments but nothing had been decided. The NSW government said on Tuesday that 73 properties were ready for residents to move into after repairs.
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