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The Minister for the Environment, Robyn Parker and the Minister for Police and Emergency Services, Michael Gallacher have announced a grant of $16.18 million in grants to 98 local councils and other authorities for priority projects to mitigate the risks and impacts of flooding in New South Wales, as per the Land.