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Landowners still rebuilding a year after deepest snowfall in 'living memory'

From ABC Australia · () English

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  • Landowners in New South Wales' Northern Tablelands are still dealing with the aftermath of last year's severe snowstorm.
  • The clean-up process is described as slow, with one orchardist calling the situation a "disaster in slow motion."
  • A year after the event, the region continues to face challenges in rebuilding infrastructure and agricultural operations damaged by the unprecedented snowfall.

A year after experiencing the deepest snowfall in living memory, landowners in New South Wales' Northern Tablelands are still grappling with the extensive damage and slow recovery. The region, known for its agricultural output, faced a "disaster in slow motion" as the clean-up efforts have progressed at a similarly sluggish pace.

Orchardists and farmers have described the ongoing challenges in rebuilding their properties and resuming normal operations. The unprecedented snowfall caused significant damage to infrastructure, including fences, sheds, and irrigation systems, as well as devastating crops and impacting livestock.

The slow pace of recovery is attributed to various factors, including the sheer scale of the damage, the remote nature of some properties, and the ongoing costs associated with repairs and replanting. Many are still working to clear debris, repair structures, and replant orchards, facing a long road ahead to return to pre-storm conditions.

A disaster in slow motion

— an orchardistDescribing the ongoing clean-up and recovery process a year after the severe snowstorm.
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