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In preparation for our driving trip through the European Alps in August September 2023 we had made screenshots of our our planned route for each day and added all the screenshots to a private album on Flickr.
Mostly I was the driver and my wife the navigator. Each travel day at breakfast she would access the specific days route map on Flickr before we commenced our daily journey to get the weighpoints to put into our car's satellite navigation.
This system proved to be be excellent and saved a lot of time working out route details as we were travelling.
We generally stuck to the planned route though occasionally we did make slight variations when we found an attraction we had not been aware of at our planning stage back home in Australia.
I'll post the screenshot/s of each days planned route and add the photos taken along that route before posting the next days route map.
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St. Joseph Cathedral is one of the first and largest Western architectural works in Hanoi. It was built within four years, from 1882 to 1886. On December 24, 1886, St. Joseph Cathedral was inaugurated, and the first Mass was celebrated.
The church was built in Gothic architecture. It was a typical architectural style of cathedrals in Europe, which was very popular in the 12th century.
In 1895, the clock on the church tower and the church’s five bells were ordered to be made in France and shipped to Vietnam for installation and operation. The church underwent two big restorations in 1953 and 2020 to preserve its artistic values and enhance its beauty.
Today, St. Joseph Cathedral has become the largest cultural and religious symbol in Hanoi, attracting many tourists and parishioners to visit every day. Reference
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I asked Google Gemini AI the same question I asked Grok on the previous image.
Can you provide an updated synopsis of the floods which occurred in the Manning Valley with specific reference to rainfall totals, specific dates, recorded infrastructure losses, impact on populations, loss of wildlife and farm animals, totals of loss of residential and commercial premises, costs of rehabilitation.
Synopsis of the May 2025 Floods in the Manning Valley
I. Executive Summary
The Manning Valley experienced an unprecedented flood event in May 2025, characterized by record-breaking rainfall and river levels that surpassed historical benchmarks. This severe weather phenomenon, classified by some as a "1-in-500-year" event, resulted in extensive multi-sectoral devastation. Tens of thousands of residents were isolated, necessitating widespread emergency rescues and leading to tragic fatalities. The floods inflicted substantial damage to critical infrastructure, including roads and bridges, and rendered hundreds of residential and commercial properties uninhabitable, with thousands more sustaining damage. The agricultural sector, particularly dairy farming, suffered catastrophic livestock losses and destruction of facilities, posing immense challenges to generational livelihoods. Recovery efforts, now transitioning from immediate response to long-term reconstruction, face significant financial and logistical hurdles, including complex aid distribution and an escalating insurability crisis. The event underscores the urgent need for enhanced regional resilience and adaptive strategies in the face of increasingly severe weather patterns.
II. Introduction
The Manning Valley, a region within New South Wales historically prone to natural flood events, faced an exceptional challenge in May 2025. This report provides a detailed synopsis of this major flood, focusing on its specific meteorological characteristics, the profound impacts on local populations, the extent of infrastructure and property damage, and the significant losses sustained by wildlife and agricultural communities. The analysis aims to consolidate available data to inform ongoing recovery strategies and highlight critical areas for future resilience planning, acknowledging the evolving nature of extreme weather phenomena in the region.
III. Flood Event Overview and Meteorological Data
A. Specific Dates and Duration
The severe flooding across eastern New South Wales, including the Manning Valley, commenced on Sunday, May 18, 2025, following several days of exceptionally heavy rainfall. 1 This weather system was driven by a slow-moving low-pressure trough interacting with warm Tasman Sea temperatures and persistent humid onshore winds, which overwhelmed catchments and drainage infrastructure. 1 Emergency response crews were actively engaged by May 20, 2025, to manage the escalating crisis. 2
Extreme rainfall causes major flooding across eastern New South ...
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Extreme rainfall causes major flooding across eastern New South ...
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Highest flood on record for Taree, rescues underway for people ...
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A critical point in the event occurred on May 21, 2025, when the Manning River at Taree broke an almost 100-year record for river height. On this date, widespread flooding continued, leading to the isolation of approximately 48,000 people across affected areas. Conditions were anticipated to gradually improve from Friday, May 23, 2025. In recognition of the widespread devastation, a Natural Disaster Declaration was issued on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, encompassing 16 local government areas, including the MidCoast region, which includes the Manning Valley. The operational response led by the NSW State Emergency Service (SES) concluded by June 3, 2025, with responsibility for clean-up and repair efforts transitioning to the newly established NSW Reconstruction Authority.
B. Rainfall Totals and River Levels
The May 2025 flood in the Manning Valley was characterized by unprecedented rainfall totals and subsequent record-breaking river levels. The Manning River at Taree reached a peak of 6.4 meters (21 feet), surpassing its previous 1929 record of 6 meters (20 ft). Another measurement indicated a peak of 6.37 meters. The town of Taree alone received 279 millimeters of rain in just 24 hours leading up to 9 am on Tuesday, which represents nearly a third of its average annual rainfall.
Across multiple regions, widespread rainfall totals exceeded 400 mm (15.7 inches) in the 48 hours preceding 09:00 local time on Wednesday, May 21. Specific locations recorded exceptionally high totals: Mooral Creek received 449 mm (17.7 inches), Moppy Lookout 436 mm (17.2 inches), and Mount Seaview 430 mm (16.9 inches), including 319 mm (12.6 inches) in a single day. Taree itself was inundated with 416 mm (16.4 inches) of rain over a 48-hour period. The Bureau of Meteorology forecasted an additional 100 mm to 200 mm (3.9 to 7.9 inches) of rainfall in flood-affected areas in the subsequent 24 to 48 hours, with conditions expected to ease by May 23. The ground saturation was complete, meaning any further rainfall would immediately contribute to runoff into creeks and rivers, exacerbating flood conditions.
The record-breaking river levels observed, particularly the 6.4-meter peak at Taree, are a direct consequence of the extreme and prolonged rainfall that exceeded 400 mm in a 48-hour period across the region. This intense precipitation overwhelmed already saturated catchments, preventing absorption and leading to rapid and unprecedented river rises. The hydrological response indicates that the flood was not merely a heavy rain event but a critical incident that pushed the natural and engineered drainage systems beyond their historical capacity. This situation underscores the severity of the meteorological conditions and the vulnerability of the landscape to such intense downpours.
The description of this event as a "1-in-500-year" flood carries significant implications for regional planning and disaster preparedness. Such a classification suggests an event that statistically should occur very rarely, far exceeding typical flood preparedness benchmarks. If events of this magnitude become more frequent, as implied by broader discussions around climate change, which a 2022 Climate Council report suggested could render nearly 150,000 properties in NSW uninsurable by 2030 , it necessitates a fundamental re-evaluation of existing infrastructure design, land-use planning, and emergency response protocols. This points to a need for significant, forward-looking investment and policy changes beyond immediate recovery, shifting towards long-term adaptation and resilience in the face of a changing climate.
Table 1: Key Rainfall Totals and River Heights (May 2025)
Location/ParameterMeasurement (May 2025)Context/Historical RecordSource
Manning River at Taree Peak6.4 meters (21 feet)Broke almost 100-year record (previous 1929 record: 6m)
Taree Rainfall (24 hrs)279 mmNearly a third of average annual rainfall
Mooral Creek Rainfall (48 hrs)449 mm (17.7 inches)Highest recorded in region
Moppy Lookout Rainfall (48 hrs)436 mm (17.2 inches)Second highest recorded
Mount Seaview Rainfall (48 hrs)430 mm (16.9 inches)Included 319 mm in one day
Taree Rainfall (48 hrs)416 mm (16.4 inches)Significant local inundation
IV. Impact on Populations and Communities
A. Population Isolation and Evacuations
The May 2025 floods severely impacted communities across the Manning Valley and wider Mid North Coast, leading to widespread isolation. As of May 21, 2025, approximately 48,000 people were isolated by floodwaters. This figure was further specified to include 48,800 people and 23,200 dwellings cut off by the rising waters. Later reports indicated that more than 50,000 people remained isolated due to the extensive floodwaters.
Numerous communities within the Manning Valley and Mid North Coast were either isolated or placed under evacuation orders. These included Taree, Wingham, Glenthorne, Manning Point, and Dumaresq Island, with other affected areas such as Coopernook, Bulahdelah, Gloucester Caravan Park, Ferndale Caravan Park, parts of Paterson, and parts of Dungog also experiencing significant disruption. For some locations, such as parts of Wingham, Taree, and Dumaresq Island, authorities declared that it was "too late to leave," emphasizing the rapid onset and severity of the flooding.
B. Emergency Response and Rescues
The scale of the disaster prompted an immense emergency response from the NSW State Emergency Service (SES) and its partner agencies. By May 21, the SES had responded to nearly 4,000 calls for assistance, with volunteer crews handling approximately 1,000 incidents in the preceding 24 hours. The Taree region alone accounted for more than 400 flood rescues. In the 24 hours leading up to May 21, the NSW SES responded to 892 incidents, including 130 flood rescues, predominantly in the Taree, Wingham, and Glenthorne areas.
Across the entire event, the total number of incidents reached 6,518, with 736 flood rescues performed. By the conclusion of the operational response on June 3, the NSW SES had received a staggering 17,679 calls for assistance, responded to 8,895 incidents, and completed 806 flood rescues. These rescues frequently involved vehicles caught in floodwaters and individuals needing to seek refuge on their roofs as water levels rapidly rose within their homes. A notable incident included the rescue of 24 people from the inundated Pacific Highway at Ghini Ghini. Nine helicopters were deployed to work around the clock, assisting stranded residents. Furthermore, essential resupply operations were conducted for isolated communities, delivering vital provisions such as food, water, and medicine.
The high volume of calls for assistance, totaling 17,679, and the 806 flood rescues performed by the NSW SES highlight the overwhelming demand placed on emergency services. Despite significant support from interagency partners and international personnel , the sheer scale of the event pushed these systems to their operational limits. The fact that authorities were still assessing how to access some locations and advised people to move to higher ground because conditions prevented rescues by boat, road, or air underscores the extreme nature and rapid progression of the floodwaters, demonstrating the inherent limitations of even robust emergency response capabilities in such severe circumstances.
The observation that many individuals were caught in floodwaters, requiring rescue from their homes or vehicles despite evacuation warnings , points to potential challenges in the effectiveness of warning systems, public understanding of flood risks, or adherence to evacuation orders. For instance, a local dairy farmer described being trapped for 24 hours and advocated for flood warning sirens, suggesting they would be quicker than text messages from the SES or news crews in alerting residents to rapidly rising river levels. This indicates a critical area for improvement in disaster preparedness, emphasizing the need for public education campaigns about the dangers of entering floodwaters and exploring more immediate and pervasive warning technologies to ensure that messages are received and acted upon effectively, especially in rapidly developing flood scenarios.
Table 2: Population Impacts and Emergency Response Statistics (May 2025)
MetricValue (May 2025)Source
Isolated Population (peak)>50,000 people
Isolated Dwellings23,200
Total Calls for Assistance (overall event)17,679
Total Flood Rescues (overall event)806
Flood Rescues (Taree region alone)>400
Flood Rescues (24 hrs to May 21)130 (bulk in Taree, Wingham, Glenthorne)
Fatalities5
Homes Losing Power>3,700 (Taree, Wingham, Tinonee, Burrell Creek, Hillville)
V. Infrastructure and Property Damage
A. Recorded Infrastructure Losses
The May 2025 floods inflicted significant damage on infrastructure across the Manning Valley and surrounding Mid North Coast region. Submerged roads were a major issue, leading to a landslide between Dorrigo Mountain and Thora. The Pacific Highway, a vital transport artery, was severely impacted, necessitating rescues and causing widespread disruption. The MidCoast Council estimated approximately $29 million in costs due to disrupted supply routes and diverted traffic.
Damage to public infrastructure, including roads and bridges, was extensive, preventing access to some areas even after floodwaters began to recede. In response to this, the MidCoast Council's 2025-26 budget includes an additional $6.7 million allocated to roads, bringing the total roads budget to $68.47 million, with $49.93 million earmarked for upgrades and new works. This funding is designated to prevent further deterioration and improve safety on the road network. The Council acknowledged that the flood event placed "further strain on our road network" and indicated plans to seek additional state and federal funding for repairs. The NSW Government also announced grants of up to $10,000 for eligible rural landholders to assist with repairs to damaged fences, infrastructure, or equipment. Furthermore, MidCoast Council is set to receive support for cleaning up and restoring essential public assets damaged by the floods.
The MidCoast Council's acknowledgment that its road network is "vulnerable to potholing because maintenance and replacement of roads has been underfunded for decades" and that the May 2025 flood put "further strain" on this network reveals a critical underlying condition. This indicates that the flood damage was not an isolated incident but rather exacerbated pre-existing infrastructure deficiencies stemming from a long history of deferred maintenance and insufficient investment. The flood acted as a catalyst, exposing and worsening existing weaknesses in the region's infrastructure. Consequently, long-term recovery efforts cannot solely focus on repairing immediate flood damage but must address these systemic issues of infrastructure resilience and funding models. This situation highlights the necessity for sustained, strategic investment in infrastructure maintenance and upgrades to adequately withstand the increasing frequency and intensity of future extreme weather events.
B. Residential and Commercial Premises Losses
The impact on residential and commercial properties was severe and widespread. More than 10,000 homes have been reported as damaged by the floods. A more precise assessment indicated that approximately 700 homes and 400 other buildings, totaling 1,100 structures, have been deemed uninhabitable. An additional 3,000 buildings sustained some form of damage. These figures are based on a comprehensive tally of 10,200 damage assessments conducted by the NSW SES. Beyond direct damage, over 23,200 dwellings were cut off by floodwaters, further disrupting daily life.
The financial burden on property owners is substantial, with more than 6,000 insurance claims already filed. Approximately a quarter of these claims originated from the MidCoast council area, which includes the Manning Valley. The Insurance Council of Australia declared the event a "Significant Event" to expedite the processing of these claims. The clean-up operation is a massive undertaking, with over 20,000 tonnes of waste collected across flood-impacted areas of the MidCoast, including 6,500 tonnes transported directly to waste management centers. To alleviate the financial burden on residents, the State Government waived the waste levy for flood-damaged waste for three months starting May 23, 2025.
The high number of homes deemed uninhabitable (700 homes and 400 other buildings) , coupled with warnings that insurance claims could take "more than a year to resolve" , indicates a prolonged period of displacement and profound financial uncertainty for thousands of affected residents and businesses. Uninhabitable properties necessitate alternative accommodation, often leading to significant emotional and logistical strain. Delayed insurance payouts mean that individuals and businesses face prolonged financial stress, hindering their ability to rebuild and recover. This situation highlights the need for streamlined insurance processes, potentially government-backed insurance schemes for high-risk areas, and robust social support services to mitigate the long-term psychosocial impacts on affected communities.
Table 3: Summary of Property and Infrastructure Damage (May 2025)
MetricValue (May 2025)Source
Estimated MidCoast Council Infrastructure Disruption Cost~$29 million
Homes Deemed Uninhabitable700
Other Buildings Deemed Uninhabitable400
Buildings with Some Form of Damage3,000
Total Damage Assessments Conducted10,200
Total Insurance Claims Filed>6,000
Waste Collected (MidCoast)>20,000 tonnes
VI. Loss of Wildlife and Farm Animals
A. Farm Animal Losses
The May 2025 floods had a devastating impact on the agricultural sector in the Manning Valley, particularly on farm animals. Low-lying farms in Barrington were destroyed. Dairy farmers in the region experienced catastrophic losses, with some reporting the death of at least 70 percent of their herd. One family tragically lost a hundred head of cattle. The extent of the inundation meant that dead cattle were found not only inside houses but also washed downriver and onto beaches, presenting a grim and distressing scene. Farmers faced immense challenges in retrieving live cattle from pastures or beaches due to a lack of appropriate equipment, such as horses or motorbikes, and many animals were still running loose on streets.
Beyond the direct loss of animals, the floods also destroyed critical dairy production facilities, necessitating the replacement of essential equipment like vats and compressors. An estimated 1,000 livestock deaths were reported across the broader Mid North Coast and Hunter regions, a figure that was expected to rise as assessments continued. Emergency services utilized helicopters to airdrop animal feed to isolated farmers and to assist in the rescue of larger animals. The emotional and financial toll on farmers was profound, with many expressing deep uncertainty about their ability to recover from such immense losses.
The catastrophic loss of livestock, exemplified by some dairy herds losing 70% of their animals , and the destruction of production facilities, represent a severe blow to the Manning Valley's agricultural sector. This impact extends far beyond mere financial loss, directly threatening generational livelihoods and inflicting significant emotional distress on farmers. The personal accounts of finding dead cattle inside homes and the heartbreaking attachment farmers have to their animals underscore the profound psychological burden. This situation highlights that recovery efforts must extend beyond financial aid to include comprehensive support for agricultural sector rebuilding, potentially involving long-term grants rather than just loans, and mental health services tailored to the unique stresses faced by farmers after such devastating events.
B. Wildlife Impact and Conservation Concerns
The floods resulted in general native wildlife deaths across the affected areas. While specific quantitative data on wildlife mortality within the Manning Valley from the May 2025 floods is limited in the provided information, the event undoubtedly posed significant threats to local ecosystems.
A particular concern is the impact on the Manning River Helmeted Turtle (Myuchelys purvisi), an endangered freshwater turtle species endemic to the Manning River catchment. This species already faces critical challenges from various environmental pressures, including "Droughts, fires, floods, and a reduction in survey initiatives". While Redleaf Group conducted extensive surveys for this turtle between 2018 and 2023 , specific data on the direct impact of the May 2025 floods on its population is not yet available. This lack of immediate data presents a challenge in fully understanding the ecological consequences of this extreme event on such a vulnerable species.
Organizations like WIRES (NSW Wildlife Information and Rescue and Education Service Inc) provide general advice for assisting waterlogged animals, including birds, freshwater turtles, and other reptiles, as well as ground-dwelling species seeking refuge. They emphasize safety, advising the public not to handle certain animals like snakes or flying-foxes, which require trained specialists for rescue. The floods also mobilized large amounts of debris, which can further impact waterways and coastal areas, potentially affecting aquatic habitats and wildlife.
While general native wildlife deaths are noted , specific data for the Manning Valley remains limited. The particular vulnerability of the endangered Manning River Helmeted Turtle , coupled with the absence of specific 2025 impact data for this species, highlights a significant gap in understanding the ecological consequences of extreme events on vulnerable biodiversity. The reliance on surveys conducted prior to the May 2025 event means that the full extent of the flood's impact on this and other native species is not yet quantified. This situation underscores the critical need for rapid post-disaster ecological assessments, particularly for threatened species, to accurately gauge the environmental toll and inform targeted conservation interventions. Without such data, comprehensive environmental recovery planning remains challenging.
Table 4: Animal Losses and Environmental Impacts (May 2025)
MetricValue (May 2025)Source
Dairy Herd Loss (some farms)At least 70%
Specific Cattle Loss (one family)100 head
Estimated Total Livestock Deaths (Mid North Coast/Hunter)~1,000 (expected to rise)
Wildlife ImpactGeneral native wildlife deaths, endangered Manning River Helmeted Turtle at risk
Dairy Production FacilitiesDestroyed
VII. Costs of Rehabilitation and Recovery Efforts
A. Financial Assistance Programs
In response to the widespread devastation, a comprehensive array of financial assistance programs has been activated. The Insurance Council of Australia declared the event a "Significant Event" to expedite claims processing. A Natural Disaster Declaration for the MidCoast Local Government Area on May 22, 2025, unlocked joint Commonwealth-state financial support under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA).
Eligible individuals can receive a one-off Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment (AGDRP) of $1,000 per eligible adult and $400 per eligible child , with a cap of up to $900 per household for essential costs such as food, clothing, medicines, and emergency accommodation. The Disaster Recovery Allowance (DRA) provides fortnightly income support for up to 13 weeks for employees, primary producers, and sole traders who have experienced a loss of income directly due to the severe weather event.
For businesses and primary producers, concessional interest rate loans are available. One dairy farmer, for example, received a $130,000 two-year interest-free loan. Furthermore, grants are being offered: up to $25,000 for eligible small businesses and primary producers for clean-up and restoration, and up to $10,000 for eligible rural landholders to assist with repairs to damaged fences, infrastructure, or equipment. Freight subsidies are also available to primary producers for transporting livestock and fodder. The NSW Government's Floodplain Management Program commits to matching every dollar spent by local communities with two dollars of state money. Additionally, the State Government waived the waste levy for flood-damaged waste for three months from May 23, 2025, to ease clean-up costs.
B. Clean-up and Reconstruction Operations
The immediate operational response by the NSW SES concluded, with the responsibility for clean-up and repair efforts formally handed over to the newly established NSW Reconstruction Authority. To facilitate recovery, Recovery Access Points have been established in key regional centers including Taree, Kempsey, Port Macquarie, Macksville, and Maitland. The sheer scale of the clean-up is evident in the fact that over 20,000 tonnes of waste have already been collected across flood-impacted areas of the MidCoast. MidCoast Council has prioritized kerbside collection of flood waste to alleviate pressure on local landfills. The NSW Premier noted that unspent disaster funds from previous events would be redirected to assist with the current recovery, acknowledging that previous aid criteria were "too strict".
C. Estimated Rehabilitation Costs
The financial impact of the May 2025 floods is substantial. At a national level, the overall immediate loss in economic activity due to natural disasters in Australia in 2025, encompassing Cyclone Alfred and widespread floods in NSW and Queensland, is estimated at $2.2 billion. While this is a national figure and not specific to the Manning Valley, it provides context for the broader economic strain.
More locally, the MidCoast Council estimated approximately $29 million in costs specifically due to disrupted supply routes and diverted traffic within its jurisdiction. The Council's 2025-26 budget reflects the significant repair needs, allocating $68.47 million for roads, which includes an additional $6.7 million directly attributable to flood impacts, with $49.93 million designated for capital works. The long-term financial burden on residents is also evident; insurance premiums in the area had already soared after the 2021 floods, with one annual premium reaching nearly $30,000. Annually, the state of NSW spends approximately $250 million dealing with flood damage.
The Premier's statement regarding "unspent disaster funds" due to "too strict" criteria reveals a systemic issue in aid distribution that can significantly delay critical support to affected communities. This administrative bottleneck, combined with warnings that insurance claims could take "more than a year to resolve" , indicates that immediate financial assistance might be insufficient or slow to reach those in dire need. Such delays can prolong the recovery period, exacerbate financial hardship, and impede the rebuilding process for individuals and businesses. This situation highlights the need for a policy review to simplify and expedite disaster relief criteria, improve coordination between government aid and the insurance sector, and potentially introduce more immediate, unconditional grants to bridge the financial gap during the crucial initial recovery phase.
The soaring insurance premiums observed after the 2021 floods , coupled with a 2022 Climate Council report predicting that 148,546 NSW properties could become uninsurable by 2030 due to flood risk , point to an escalating insurability crisis. The May 2025 flood, classified as a "1-in-500-year" event , will likely intensify this trend, making future flood insurance prohibitively expensive or entirely unavailable for many residents. This situation has profound implications for property values, regional development, and the financial stability of affected communities. If properties become uninsurable, it could lead to economic abandonment of high-risk areas, potentially creating internal climate-induced displacement. This mandates a strategic, long-term approach to climate adaptation, including potentially relocating communities from high-risk areas, investing massively in resilient infrastructure, and exploring government-backed insurance or buy-back schemes to manage the escalating financial risks associated with climate change-induced extreme weather events.
Table 5: Financial Assistance and Recovery Funding Overview (May 2025)
Category/ProgramDetailsSource
Financial Assistance Programs
AGDRP (Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment)$1,000 per adult, $400 per child; up to $900 per household for essential costs
DRA (Disaster Recovery Allowance)Fortnightly income support for up to 13 weeks for lost income
Concessional Interest Rate LoansAvailable for small businesses, primary producers, non-profits (e.g., $130,000 for dairy farmer)
Grants for Small Businesses/ProducersUp to $25,000 for clean-up and restoration
Grants for Rural LandholdersUp to $10,000 for repairs to fences, infrastructure, equipment
Freight SubsidiesFor primary producers to transport livestock and fodder
Waste Levy WaiverWaived for flood waste for 3 months from May 23, 2025
Estimated Rehabilitation Costs
National Economic Activity Loss (2025)~$2.2 billion (includes NSW/QLD floods, Cyclone Alfred)
MidCoast Council Infrastructure Disruption Cost~$29 million
MidCoast Council Roads Budget (2025-26)$68.47 million (includes $6.7 million additional due to floods)
Annual State Spending on Flood Damage~$250 million
VIII. Conclusion and Outlook
The May 2025 floods in the Manning Valley represent an exceptionally severe natural disaster, marked by record-breaking river levels and unprecedented rainfall. The event inflicted profound and widespread impacts on populations, critical infrastructure, residential and commercial properties, and the vital agricultural sector. The human toll included fatalities and the isolation of tens of thousands, necessitating an immense emergency response that pushed services to their limits. The physical damage to homes, businesses, and public assets is extensive, with significant clean-up and reconstruction efforts now underway. The catastrophic loss of farm animals has not only economic ramifications but also deep psychosocial impacts on farming communities.
The ongoing challenges of rehabilitation are multifaceted. The analysis reveals systemic issues in aid distribution, with previous unspent disaster funds highlighting bureaucratic hurdles that can delay crucial support. This, coupled with the slow resolution of insurance claims, prolongs the financial and emotional distress for affected individuals and businesses. Furthermore, the recurring nature of severe flood events, underscored by the "1-in-500-year" classification of this flood, is intensifying an emerging insurability crisis. Soaring premiums and predictions of properties becoming uninsurable pose a significant long-term threat to the economic viability and livability of flood-prone areas.
Looking forward, the Manning Valley's recovery will be a protracted process. It necessitates not only immediate financial and logistical support but also a strategic, long-term approach to climate adaptation. This includes sustained investment in resilient infrastructure, a review of disaster relief mechanisms to ensure timely and effective aid delivery, and potentially, innovative solutions to address the escalating insurance challenges. The event underscores the critical need for continued, collaborative efforts from all levels of government, emergency services, and the community to rebuild stronger, more adaptively, and with greater preparedness for the future impacts of extreme weather events.
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Cove 19 was created as a result of the very serious drought and bushfires that occurred in NSW in September, October, November and December of 2019.
The area had been planted out with Bangalow Palms 15 to 20 years prior but almost all of them died in the drought, leaving a mass of dead and dry fronds on each palm, not to mention other trees that had also died or were close to death as a result of the long drought.
The drought finally broke with reasonable rain on 8th January 2020, with good follow-up rain soon after.
Fearing that drought might return or continue into the following spring it was decided that burning the dead fronds and trunks was essential in order to reduce the volume of dry vegetative fuel on the ground.
From March 2020 we started a program of cutting down the dead Bangalow Palms. Some were taken to the council tip but this became cost prohibitive so burning was decided upon. With all the palms cut down we went looking for a suitable place to conduct the burning close to the site.
This site shown here in this photo was selected.
We had many nights around the fires and gradually reduced the fuel load substantially.
This burning operation coincided with Covid 19 arriving in Australia and eventually the NSW Government established rules which codified non-contact with people outside your own family group.
Our friends and neighbours would see the fire at night and would sneek over with a bottle of red and despite the strict no contact restrictions we would often sit around the fire and discuss world events among other things, all socially distanced of course.
We achieved what was necessary and throughout March of 2020 a new planting program commenced and this time we planted hardy subtropical and dry rainforest tree species.
With the area where we burned now relatively cleared it was decided that the area be thereafter known as Cove 19. From our conversations other names arose for the circular track that passes Cove 19 as well as the forest in this part of the property. With Trump in power in the USA daily sprooking conspiracy theories it was decided that the forest be named the 'Forest of Conspiracy' and the circular track, 'Fake News Loop'.
Over the years 2021-2-3-4 and 2025 small progress was made toward preparing to pave this area, now known as Cove 19. Lots of planting of rainforest trees since 2020 had paid dividends and the area was taking shape nicely.
In early 2025 we acquired access to a source of free concrete pavers and this spurred the paving project along with its eventual completion in June of 2025.
With five years of excellent rainfall the trees planted in the first half of 2020 have now really put on height and the entire area is now covered with dense rainforest vegetation.
A visiting friend saw an opportunity to use an old satelite dish he had lying around and offered to build a shade umbrella from it. It was added in early June 2025 resulting in the whole project being finalised and looking great.
We still have some landscaping to complete but hopefully that will be finished in the next few weeks ie. by the end of June 2025.