Discussion: Victorian Governor Linda Dessau discusses recent flooding and the damage it caused with Emergency Management Commissioner Andrew Crisp. Photo: Wayne Herring
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wayne herring
Victorian Governor Linda Dessau witnessed first-hand the ongoing flood recovery efforts in Seymour when she visited the town last week.
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Ms Dessau, along with Victoria’s Emergency Management Commissioner Andrew Crisp, visited Seymour to meet with community members, councillors and Mitchell Shire’s flood recovery team on Friday, January 20.
The October flood event saw the Goulburn River at Seymour peak at 8.23 metres in the early hours of Friday, October 15, directly impacting 260 properties and damaging a range of community assets including roads, parks and sporting facilities.
Mitchell Shire Mayor Fiona Stevens said she was delighted and very appreciative that Ms Dessau and Mr Crisp took time from their demanding schedules to visit.
“It’s very reassuring that they want to personally see the ongoing challenges and hear from those directly impacted,” Cr Stevens said.
“We know we still have a long road ahead and we welcome their interest, advocacy and support as we move forward.”
Community: Representatives from user groups of Seymour's Kings Park with Victorian Governor Linda Dessau and Emergency Management Commissioner Andrew Crisp. Photo: Wayne Herring
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Wayne Herring
The visit included a tour of the Seymour Flood Recovery Hub, the Seymour Visitor Information Centre and flood-impacted areas including Kings Park and the riverfront parks, the Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Walk and the flood-affected business precinct.
Local community members, including facility representatives, business owners and residents, were able to speak with the Governor and Mr Crisp about their personal experiences and challenges due to the flood.
Mr Crisp thanked everyone who attended and shared their stories.
“It’s been so important to listen to those experiences,“ he said.
“I look forward to keeping in contact with this great community.”
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