NSW Reconstruction Authority Act 2022

The Minister may, by order published in the Gazette and with the concurrence of the Premier, declare a part of the State to be a disaster prevention area.

The Minister may make a declaration under subsection (1) only if—

the Minister is satisfied the part of the State is likely to be directly or indirectly affected by a disaster, and

the Authority has recommended making the declaration, and

the Minister is satisfied the declaration is necessary to help prevent, or mitigate against, potential disasters for a community.

A declaration remains in force for the period specified in the order, unless sooner revoked.

An order under subsection (1) may also specify that an Act or a statutory instrument does not apply in relation to the disaster prevention area, including the circumstances in which the Act or statutory instrument does not apply.