The forums aim to gather community feedback on the record rain and flood event and to identify opportunities for the SES to partner with residents and businesses to improve preparation, response and transition to recovery arrangements.

SES volunteers across the Mid North Coast responded to 3182 calls for emergency flood and storm assistance between March 12 and 27.

This included 660 flood rescues, 178 flood isolation resupply jobs and 60 emergency medical transportations as parts of the Hastings and Manning catchments saw one in 100 year flood levels.

NSW SES Zone Commander Chief Superintendent Stephen Patterson said the forums will focus on learning the lessons from this major event to be better prepare for, respond to and cope with future flood events.

"The forums will be facilitated by an independent facilitator," he said.

"After the forum participants will receive a written report summarising community feedback. The forum report will then provide a starting point to discuss the types of activities and programs that are needed to consolidate and increase community resilience."

The forums will be held at:

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