HUNDREDS of people are seeking legal advice following widespread flooding on the Mid North Coast.
Lawyers from the Legal Aid NSW Disaster Response Legal Service (DRLS), together with lawyers from Community Legal Centres, have been attending Recovery Centres established by the NSW Reconstruction Authority in flood-hit regions to help people deal with multiple issues.
The DRLS has seen over 500 clients and delivered 800 legal services since the floods began on 19 May, 2025.
There has also been a 68 percent increase in calls to the DRLS helpline 1800 801 528 since the start of the year.
“Many people have questions about what their insurance covers and those that don’t have flood cover are asking about their options,” said Senior Solicitor Ma’ata Solofoni.
“Our uninsured clients are checking their eligibility for government grants.
“We are also seeing many people in financial hardship who need our support in dealing with credit providers. Tenants are also reaching out for help with urgent repairs and rent reductions.”
DRLS and community legal centre lawyers have been available at Taree, Kempsey, Wauchope, Macksville, Wingham and Manning Point recovery centres.
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