Some evacuated residents of Eastern Coonamble have been allowed to return to their homes , although the government warned further flooding expected from the rains forecast for later this week could renew the danger . Heavy rains this week have resulted in major flooding in parts of New South Wales . More than 4,000 people remained affected by flood waters . Additional rainfall is expected to renew the threat mid - week .
Heavy rains this week have resulted in major flooding in parts of New South Wales . More than 4,000 people remained affected by flood waters . Additional rainfall is expected to renew the threat mid - week .