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Gannawarra Shire Council, Media Release, 29 November 2022

Gannawarra Shire Council continues to support its communities impacted by the October 2022 floods, with residents continuing to reach out for support as the recovery process begins for some areas of the municipality.

With the flood emergency about to enter an eighth week, Council is working with government agencies and other support services to assist residents impacted by this major flood event.
 
“Council thanks all flood-affected residents who have contacted Council seeking assistance,” Council Chief Executive Officer, Tom O’Reilly said.
 
“We are working through a large number of requests at the moment and it is important that we give each person who has sought assistance, the time needed to discuss their situation with our dedicated staff, and for Council to connect them with the right resources.
 
“We have also requested additional practical support from Emergency Recovery Victoria to be able to return phone calls and provide the advice community members need.”
 
Information regarding how the floods have impacted residents will be used by Council and other agencies to assist with the Gannawarra’s recovery from the floods.
 
“The recovery from these floods will extend over a long period of time, with Council is committed to supporting all of its residents, no matter how many weeks, months or years it takes to return to a sense of normality,” Mr O’Reilly said.
 
Residents are encouraged to check in on family members and neighbours impacted by the floods to ensure if any assistance is required.
 
“Something as simple as a visit, phone call or message can help all residents keep connected to their community,” Mr O’Reilly said.
 
“Impacted residents are also encouraged to seek support from professional services. Details on these services are listed under the “Support available” heading at www.gsc.vic.gov.au/floods.”
 
If you have been impacted by the floods, please visit the “Have you been impacted by the floods” section at www.gsc.vic.gov.au/floods or drop into Council’s Community Emergency Relief Hubs, located at the Cohuna Customer Service Centre (open 10am-4pm weekdays) and Kerang’s Sir John Gorton Library (open 10am-2pm weekdays).
 
For more information regarding support available, please visit Council’s online flood emergency portal, located at www.gsc.vic.gov.au/floods. This page includes fact sheets outlining what assistance is available, links to relief payments and grants, and information that may assist during recovery and cleaning up efforts.

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