The NSW Government is responsible for ensuring that adequate measures are taken by its agencies to prevent, prepare for, respond to and assist recovery from natural disasters and other emergencies. To support relief and recovery from disasters and emergencies, the NSW Government provides a diverse range of financial and non-financial assistance measures through the NSW Disaster Assistance Arrangements (‘the Arrangements’). These include assistance for individuals and households, local government, non-profit organisations, primary producers and small businesses. The NSW Disaster Assistance Guidelines describe the Arrangements.