NSW Reconstruction Authority – Northern Rivers

NSW Reconstruction Authority's focus is to lead and coordinate the recovery and reconstruction of housing, essential assets and infrastructure in flood impacted areas across the NSW Northern Rivers.

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Resilient Homes Program application deadlines

We are calling for final applications for eligible homeowners for Resilient Measures grants by 31 March 2026. Applications for Buyback closed on 31 December 2025. 

If you need assistance please contact the Resilient Homes Program team on 1800 844 085 or email resilienthomesprogram@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au.

Find program timelines and frequently asked questions here final applications for the Resilient Homes Program in the Northern Rivers.

Help is available through the following phone lines and websites:

Visit our Lismore office

  • 218 Molesworth Street, Lismore
  • Monday to Friday, Drop-in from 9am to 12pm or By Appointment from 1pm to 4pm

Project data

Find the latest data and delivery status our current projects.

Northern Rivers progress

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Resilient Homes Program

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Resilient Lands Program

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Economic recovery

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Reconstruction

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Northern Rivers Disaster Adaptation Plan

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Our work

Events and updates

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Community and Industry Events

The NSW Reconstruction Authority regularly hosts events for community members, stakeholders and industry.

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Community updates

Latest news

Ministerial media release

Higher Ground: New housing milestone for North Lismore recovery

The NSW Government has hit a major milestone in the flood recovery of the Northern Rivers, officially acquiring 18.5 hectares of high-ground land in North Lismore, as part of the $100 million Resilient Lands Program. 
Ministerial media release

Final call: Central West Flood Recovery Grants and Resilient Homes Expos

Flood-affected residents and local builders in the Central West are being urged to take action as the $40 million Resilient Homes Program enters its final application phase.
Ministerial media release

Final call: Central West Flood Recovery Grants and Resilient Homes Expos

Flood-affected residents and local builders in the Central West are being urged to take action as the $40 million Resilient Homes Program enters its final application phase.
Ministerial media release

Plans released for Stage 1 of East Lismore’s 400-home future community

The NSW Government has released plans for the first stage of a major housing development in East Lismore that will deliver at least 400 new homes and is inviting the community to have a say.
Ministerial media release

Community hubs and hardship payments activated after bushfires

The Minns Labor Government is continuing to support communities affected by recent bushfires, announcing today that recovery hubs will be established and hardship payments made available for individuals and families whose homes were destroyed or damaged or who are facing severe hardship due to the recent fires.

Support and contact

Call Resilient Homes Program: 1800 844 085

Call Service NSW: 13 77 88

NSW Mental Health Line: 1800 011 511

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