Centrelink announces one-off $1,000 payments for more Aussies: ‘Now available'
The government has now activated its Disaster Recovery Payment for impacted residents in six local government areas. This is a lump sum payment of $1,000 for adults and $400 for children.
'If you've been impacted by the heavy rain and flooding in Western Queensland, support is now available,' Services Australia said.
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'It's a one-off payment of $1,000 per adult and $400 per child to help if this disaster has caused major damage to your home or major assets that you own at your home.
'You may also be eligible if you were seriously injured, or you're the immediate family member of someone who died or is missing.'
The Disaster Recovery Payment was most recently activated for people affected by ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, along with the Disaster Recovery Allowance for people who were unable to work.The Australian and Queensland governments have also activated Disaster Assistance Loans of up to $250,000 and Essential Working Capital Loans up to $100,000 for farmers, while freight subsidies up to $5,000 can be accessed.
Personal Hardship Assistance is also available for impacted residents.
The Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment is available for individuals in the following areas:
Barcoo
Bulloo
Longreach
Paroo
Quilpie
Winton
You have until September 29, 2025, to make a claim.
Claims can be made online through the Services Australia website.
Banks have also shown their support for customers in Western Queensland and parts of New South Wales impacted by the rainfall and flooding.
Australian Banking Association CEO Anna Bligh has urged customers facing financial difficulty to reach out to their bank as soon as possible to discuss support options available.
'It doesn't matter if you're an individual, a farmer or a business customer, banks have a range of options from repayment deferrals through to loan restructuring to help you get back on your feet,' she said.
Commonwealth Bank has said it would provide its Emergency Assistance to impacted customers.
This can include customised payment arrangements for loans, waiving fees and charges, temporary overdrafts, and emergency accommodation for home insurance customers.Sign in to access your portfolio
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