Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment

The Disaster Recovery Payment is a one-off payment to help you if a declared disaster significantly affects you. It’s not for minor damage or inconvenience.

How much you can get?

If you’re eligible you’ll get:

• $1,000 per adult

• $400 for each child younger than 16.

• If you’re a member of a couple, you can both get this payment. You and your partner will need to complete

separate claims.

Who can get it?

To get the Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment you must:

• be an Australian resident or hold an eligible visa

• be 16 years or older at the time of the disaster or getting a social security payment

• live in an eligible Local Government Area (LGA).