Last night I had the pleasure of hosting the Batlow Recovery Forum at the Literary Institute, alongside Federal Member for Eden-Monaro, Kristy McBain.

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who came along last night to share their thoughts, feedback and ideas for the renewal of Batlow, through our Batlow Bushfire Recovery Forum.

The immense feeling of community spirit in the room was overwhelming, and I am very appreciative of and energised by your contributions.

Thank you also to everyone who couldn't make it on the night, but shared their thoughts via our Recovery Survey.

I'd like to also thank Federal Member for Eden-Monaro Kristy McBain, Major General Andrew Hocking of the National Bushfire Recovery Agency, Mayor of Snowy Valleys Council Cr James Hayes, and Mark Conlan of Recovery NSW for their wonderful contributions to the forum.