Disaster Recovery Payment and Allowance

The Disaster Recovery Payment and Allowance for people impacted by the 2021 Victorian storms and floods has now been expanded to include more local government areas.

The LGAs of Baw Baw, Cardinia, Mornington Peninsula, South Gippsland and Wellington are now covered, in addition to Hepburn, Latrobe, Moorabool and Yarra Ranges.

If you were affected by the storms and floods you may be eligible for Disaster Recovery Payment or Allowance. You can apply until 31 December 2021.

For more information you can see our Disaster Recovery Payment and Allowance Guide and the 2021 Victorian storms and floods supplement to the guide.

You can also contact our Telephone Advice Line on 03 9481 0355. The Advice Line operates Monday to Thursday 9:30 am to12:30 pm.

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