ℹ️ Today’s update from Mayor Claire Pontin – MidCoast Council is joining the call for state and federal governments to address the growing issue of cost-shifting. 📊 Local Government NSW’s latest report reveals councils were burdened with $1.5 billion in cost-shifted responsibilities in 2023–24, that’s more than $490 per ratepayer. 🚧 Cost-shifting happens when higher levels of government shift responsibility for services, infrastructure or regulations onto councils without providing the funding

ℹ️ Today’s update from Deputy Mayor Jeremy Miller – Applications are open for the NSW Government’s Housing Support Package, providing vital assistance for those impacted by the floods. 🏠 The package includes: • A dedicated one-stop service to connect you with recovery support • On-site temporary accommodation for eligible homeowners and primary producers to stay on or near their properties while they recover • Grants of $5,500 for eligible renters to help secure a new rental property and cover