In the wake of Cyclone Alfred, the QLD and NSW governments have announced support packages for individuals and families impacted by the cyclone in their respective regions. Additionally, major banks have offered relief packages to their affected customers. Here is a summary of the support options available:
QLD Government Support Packages
Emergency Hardship Assistance Grant
Provides financial aid for essential needs, such as food, medication, clothing, and temporary accommodation.
Grant amount: $180 for individuals, up to $900 for families of 5 or more.
More information about the Emergency Hardship Assistance grant
Essential Services Hardship Assistance Grant
Assists with essential services such as power, gas, water, and sewage.
Grant amount: $150 for individuals, up to $750 for families of 5 or more.
More information about the Essential Services Hardship Assistance grant
Essential Household Contents Grant
Offers support to replace essential lost household contents for uninsured or ineligible for insurance claims.
Grant amount: Up to $5,300 for couples or families.
More information about the Essential Household Contents Grant
Essential Services Safety and Reconnection Scheme (ESSRS)
Aids with safety inspections and repairs to reconnect essential services, e.g. gas, water, electricity, and sewage.
More information about the Essential Services Safety and Reconnection Scheme
Structural Assistance Grant
Assists with structural repairs or replacement of dwellings.
Uninsured, low-income owner-occupiers may receive up to a maximum of $80,000.
Individuals can visit the QLD government's official website for more information about the grants and application processes.
NSW Government Support Options For Northern NSW Residents
The NSW government offers similar support options, including the Disaster Relief Grant and Essential Household Goods (HHG) Grant. The details are available on the NSW government's website.
The NSW government offers a Disaster Relief Grant to assist those most in need or unable to return their homes to a safe and habitable condition. This grant may be available to uninsured low-income earners who have their damaged property as their principal residence. Here are some key aspects of the support program:
Essential Household Goods (HHG) Grant
Provides up to $18,000 for re-establishing essential household items like bedding, furniture, clothing, and essential electrical appliances.
Rough Sleepers/Camping Package
Offers a contribution to replace essential items, such as a tent and sleeping bag, with additional support for each resident.
Structural Grants
Includes Repair Grants for essential structural repairs, Rebuild Grants for reconstruction to a basic level, and Temporary Dwelling Grants for necessary repairs.
Access Grant
Provides up to $50,000 for repairs to legal accessways on private property where no safe alternate routes are available.
For detailed information and application processes, please visit the following link:
Banks Offering Relief Packages for Customers Affected by Cyclone Alfred
Major banks have introduced relief packages for their customers impacted by the cyclone:
NAB: Offering a $1,000 Disaster Relief Grant to customers severely affected. Check eligibility for the Disaster Relief Grant on the NAB website.
CBA: Providing Emergency Assistance through CommBank.
ANZ: Providing support through their Natural Disaster Support program.
Westpac: Offering disaster support to affected customers.
BOQ: Offering assistance through their Natural Disaster relief program.
We encourage our clients who have been affected by Cyclone Alfred to take advantage of the available support packages. If you require further assistance or have specific inquiries about these support options, please call our team on 1300 937 724.
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