What it is

New Zealand Disaster Recovery Allowance is a short term payment to help you if North Queensland floods in January - February 2025 directly affects your income.

You can get it for a maximum of 13 weeks. We’ll pay this from the date you started losing income as a direct result of this disaster.

If you’re an Australian resident or hold an eligible visa, you may be eligible for Disaster Recovery Allowance.

A disaster can have a physical and emotional impact on you and your family, additional help is available.

Page last updated: 5 February 2025.
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