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Xavier Catholic College recognised for operating as evacuation centre & makeshift hospital in February flood disaster

Xavier Catholic College has been recognised for its contribution in February and March’s flood disasters.

The school operated as an evacuation centre for up to 700 displaced residents, as well as a makeshift hospital.

The school sustained infrastructure damage during that time – with the state government today locking in more than $200,000 for repairs.

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Josephine Shannon

Josephine Shannon is a Reporter for NBN News, covering the Central Coast region in New South Wales and based in Gosford. Josephine joined the Northern Rivers bureau in September 2021, covering the Northern Rivers 2022 flood disaster before moving to the Central Coast in March 2023. Get in touch by emailing josephine.shannon@nine.com.au.

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