Senator Perin Davey Deputy
Leader of the Nationals
Shadow Minister for Water
Shadow Minister for Emergency Management
Senator for New South Wales
Brendan Small
Liberal Candidate for Dobell
Residents in the flood prone areas of Tuggerah Lake, Wyong River, and nearby low-lying suburbs have faced repeated devastation, with homes, businesses, and livelihoods under constant threat.
Shadow Emergency Management Minister, Senator Perin Davey, joined the Liberal Candidate for Dobell, Brendan Small, for a visit to the Central Coast Volunteer Rescue Association station, with local residents and businesses joining for an emergency management forum afterwards, to hear directly about the impact of the floods and the need for better mitigation and management plans.
Senator Davey expressed her concern for the ongoing challenges faced by families and businesses.
“The impact of floods varies from region to region which is why it is so important to listen to locals about the issues and solutions.
“To be able to hear from proactive community groups like the Tuggerah Lakes Care who have prepared a community flood preparation and response plan is so important in understanding what is happening and what needs to happen,” she said.
Community members stressed the importance of critical infrastructure improvements, such as enhanced drainage systems, better flood mapping, and early-warning systems.
Brendan Small, who has lived in the region for more than 15 years said he wanted to see more proactive planning, collaboration and listening to the local community.
“Hearing from those directly affected by flooding is crucial to understanding what works and what doesn’t,” Mr Small said.
“The people of Dobell need effective strategies to mitigate future flooding risks and improve preparedness, providing a clear path forward.
“Our community has shown amazing strength and resilience, but they need tangible action instead of the empty promises they’ve been getting from the Labor government.”
Mr Small said a future Dutton Coalition Government would work hand in glove with the community to build a stronger and safer future for Dobell.