The Mungindi community has been left devastated after a fire ripped through the town centre, destroying its only supermarket, butcher shop and a clothing store.
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Fire crews from NSW and Queensland were called to the main street of Mungindi just before 8pm on Tuesday night to find the buildings well alight.
The town's only supermarket was destroyed in the blaze, along with their butcher shop, Red's Quality Meats, and clothing store, PJ's Country Wares.
"To say that our little community has been through hell and back is an understatement," Mungindi Progress Association president Anna Harrison said in a statement.
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"This has absolutely guttered our community.
"After battling the drought, then the borders closing and now losing our essential shops, we are in pain."
Crews from NSW RFS and Fire and Rescue NSW attended the scene, along with Queensland Fire and Emergency, Queensland and NSW police and paramedics.
NSW RFS said no-one was injured in the blaze.
Investigations are currently underway to determine the cause of the fire.
"At this stage the cause of the fire is unknown," a NSW RFS spokesperson said.
"Fire investigators are on scene determining the cause of the fire, but it could be sometime before that is known."
The NSW RFS spokesperson paid tribute to the Mungindi community, which came together to help fight the blaze.
"The local community played a huge part," the spokesperson said.
"Given the remoteness of the town, the community helped in assisting local firefighters until more assistance arrived."
Meanwhile, Northern Tablelands MP Adam Marshall has announced the state government will provide $100,000 in emergency funding to establish a temporary store for the town to ensure locals have access to basic essentials.
"My heart goes out to the Mungindi community tonight, which has seen a freak fire rip through its CBD, destroying several businesses, including the butcher shop, clothes store and the only supermarket," he said in a statement on Tuesday night.
"I'll be in Mungindi [on Wednesday] to inspect the damage and do what I can to help the community rebuild."
Moree mayor Katrina Humphries said 'there isn't much left" of the shops and businesses on the NSW side of the Mungindi main street after Tuesday night's fire.
"This is so sad, what else can our beautiful communities have to deal with?" she questioned.
"Our thoughts and love are with the Mungindi community after the horrifying events of last night, we will get through this, the mighty Mungindi community will show us their strength and spirit, once again.
"I am in awe of the community resilience and bravery displayed by so many members of the Mungindi community in the face of such danger and devastation. I have no doubt that the efforts of these individuals prevented more widespread destruction and I am so thankful that everyone stayed safe.
"To the owners of the businesses directly affected by this event we have your back and that you have our unwavering support. After some very tough years, last night's events are truly brutal.
"To the Mungindi community; with some of the affected businesses being the main suppliers of food and goods, we are already working with our own staff and with other levels of government to ensure continued supply of these items to you over the coming days and months.
"The residents of Mungindi have again proved themselves with immense dedication and community spirit. Mungindi is a small town but has a huge heart.
"We know that the road ahead after last night's events will be tough, and we are committed to being part of the recovery every step of the way."
Ms Harrison said although the town is devastated, its community spirit has shone through.
"As you looked around tonight, you saw community spirit at its best," she said.
"People supporting people.
"To our firefighters, ambulance, police Queensland and NSW and MPSC staff thank you for your expertise and action.
"To all the farmers and locals that supplied water trucks and muscle, thank you.
"Thank you to Adam Marshall, Katrina Humphries, Lester Rodgers and Susannah Pearse who took no time to ring and offer support.
"We have an amazing town and we will not be beaten!"
