Cyclones in NSW

Recovery Information

If you have been impacted by severe weather around NSW, the NSW Reconstruction Authority is here to help.

For practical recovery advice and support following:

the NSW Severe Weather Event from 31 July onwards, please visit: nsw.gov.au/stormrecoveryupdates.
the NSW East Coast Severe Weather from 18 May 2025, please visit: nsw.gov.au/floodrecoveryupdates.

For information on the NSW Government's Housing support package for residents impacted by the East Coast floods, please visit https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/recovery/storm-recovery-updates/housing-support-package-for-nsw-mid-north-coast-and-hunter-floods

Recovering from a disaster can be overwhelming, but you don’t need to do it alone. Mental health support and resources are available and it’s vital that you and the people around you seek appropriate support.

For mental health support, call the NSW Mental Health Line on 1800 011 511 or Lifeline Australia on 13 11 14.
For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander crisis support, please call 13YARN Australia on 13 92 76.
For more information on available mental health services, please visit NSW Health.

Stay alert and stay safe

Follow alerts and forecasts to ensure you're ready:

What to do to get ready for a cyclone

Cyclones put lives and property at risk. Their effects can include heavy rain, strong winds, storm surges, coastal flooding and coastal erosion.

See what you can do to get ready for:

Sandbags laid against outside of front door to prevent water entering

Prepare for a natural disaster

Pack your emergency kit

Prepare your documents

Plan for your pets and animals

Prepare your business

Be ready for an emergency evacuation

How to find an evacuation centre

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