‘Good news’ as NSW northern rivers flood waters recede, Chris Minns says – video

‘There’s good news when it comes to the rivers in the northern rivers – all are receding,’ the New South Wales premier says, adding: ‘The immediate threat to the community has been reduced.’ State Emergency Service deputy commissioner Damien Johnston says overnight rainfall was not significant enough to affect river systems but warns residents: ‘You do need to be vigilant’

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