Lachlan Mayor John Medcalf says there’s time for those affected by the 2022 floods in his Shire to get more help from NSW Reconstruction Authority after an Expo held in Eugowra last week.

‘’Some of these owners near the river were affected and I urge them to work with the authority.

"The expo had a good roll out and I think it's important to engage.''

In 2024 the Lachlan Shire received more than $3.3 million through Restoration projects in attempt to help make some community facilities and important infrastructure flood proof.

Projects included:

• Replacement of flood damaged amenities and facilities at the Pony Club and SRA Grounds in Condobolin with flood resilient structures.

• Repair of flood damage and improvements to accessibility and flood resilience of the playground, public amenities, BBQs and footpaths in Memorial Park, Condobolin.

• Replacement or repair and improvement of flood impacted sporting grounds and infrastructure at the SRA showground and sports facility in Condobolin.

• Restoration of erosion on the Lake Cargelligo Foreshore and replacement of the flood damaged shared pathway with more flood resilient construction.

In 2025 Lachlan Shire has received further flood resilience funding for Lake Cargelligo sewer treatment works.

Expo fast-tracks rebuilds

More than 100 people attended and 14 families sought further assistance during the recent Expo held by the NSW Reconstruction Authority in Eugowra on 3 September. 

"The initial 14 applications did not include any homeowners from the Lachlan Shire," an Authority spokesperson told the Western Plains App on Monday 8 September.

"However, with more applications anticipated in the weeks following the Expo, this may change.

"Attendees received detailed information about the grant application process and saw examples of how resilient building and relocation projects can be successfully delivered."

Eligible homeowners affected by the 2022 floods can access support for flood-resilient retrofits and upgrades, including raising power points and services, installing water-resistant materials, and in some cases, raising their homes.

Euabalong in November 2022. [IMAGE: SES]

The Expo was designed to assist homeowners apply for support through the Resilient Homes Program to strengthen their home’s future flood resilience as well as help them connect with trades and technical specialists about their flood resilience works.

‘’The RA’s customer and technical team responded to a high volume of inquiries, and the event is expected to result in a significant increase in applications," the spokesperson said.

Several builders exhibited at the Expo and received multiple inquiries from homeowners seeking assistance with flood-resilient construction projects.

Homeowners in the Lachlan shire interested in finding out more about the Resilient Homes Program can contact the NSW Reconstruction Authority on 1800 844 085 or online.