More support for people affected by Victoria Bushfires, January 2026
If you’ve been affected by this disaster we have Disaster Recovery Allowance (DRA) to help you.
What financial help is available for disasters
Financial help from us and others if you’ve been affected by a disaster.
Additional help for natural disasters
If you’re affected by a natural disaster, more help is available. This includes community, state and other government support.
Western Australia natural disaster support
Help for people directly affected by a natural disaster in WA, such as fires, storms or floods.
How much Crisis Payment for Other Extreme Circumstances you can get
You can get this Crisis Payment once per incident or extreme circumstance.
Crisis and other help
We can help if you’re in severe financial hardship, recovering from a disaster, or need special assistance.
Who can get a Crisis Payment for Other Extreme Circumstances
You may get this if you were forced to leave your home because of an extreme circumstance and meet other eligibility criteria.
Disaster Health Care Assistance Scheme claim form (MS035)
Use this form to claim out of pocket health care expenses associated with an adverse event under the Disaster Health Care Assistance Scheme.
Verification of voluntary work form (SU462)
Job seekers and voluntary work organisations can use this form.
Natural disaster support
Support for people directly affected by a declared natural disaster.