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2 March, 2022
Federal assistance available for flood victims
Financial assistance is available to Somerset and Moreton Bay residents impacted by the flooding disaster.
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The Commonwealth Government is offering financial assistance to 15 local government areas (LGAs) in south-east Queensland as well as numerous communities in northern NSW.
The Disaster Recovery Payment is a one-off, non-means tested payment of $1000 per eligible adult and $400 per eligible child.
It is available to eligible people in those affected LGAs who have suffered a significant loss, including a severely damaged or destroyed home or serious injury.
Affected Queensland residents can make a claim for the Disaster Recovery Payment immediately.
Claims can be made online via MyGov, or by calling the Australian Government Emergency Information Line on 180 22 66.
Visit servicesaustralia.gov.au/disaster for more information on available support.