Dave Owens Appointed as Hunter and Mid-North Coast Recovery Coordinator

Risk-e Business Managing Director Dave Owens has been appointed as Recovery Coordinator for the Hunter and Mid-North Coast regions following recent devastating floods.

Dave will lead the coordination of clean-up and repair efforts across affected communities, ensuring government services work together effectively while connecting with local organisations critical to the recovery process.

Dave expressed feeling "very humbled" by the appointment, noting it provides "an opportunity to work with the NSW Reconstruction Authority and the Whole of Government in a coordinated recovery response to ensure individuals, families, communities and businesses can begin to return to some normality."

With extensive experience as former NSW Police Deputy Commissioner and previous appointments as State Recovery Coordinator for multiple severe weather events, Dave brings proven leadership to this role.

Five Recovery Access Points are now operational in Taree, Kempsey, Port Macquarie, Macksville, and Maitland, providing assistance with financial aid, accommodation, legal support, and insurance matters.

Premier Chris Minns and Minister for Recovery Janelle Saffin announced the appointment, acknowledging Dave's decades of experience in emergency management and recovery operations.

Read the full announcement here.