Recovery and Resilience Grant for Insured Residents
The Commonwealth and State Government are jointly providing eligible owners of insured residential properties that were damaged by the cyclone a reimbursement grant of up to $20,000 to improve the resilience of residential properties against future disaster events.
Information on eligibility, criteria and reimbursement application process will be available shortly.
Cyclone impacted residential property owners located in an activated Local Government Area can express an interest in accessing this grant by registering via the Department of Fire and Emergency Services website.
The Recovery and Resilience Grant Program is jointly funded through the Commonwealth-State Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements.
Primary Producer Recovery Grant
The Commonwealth and State Government are jointly providing eligible primary producers a reimbursement grant of up to $25,000 to assist with clean-up costs. It covers activities such as the removal and disposal of debris, damaged infrastructure and equipment, deceased livestock; salvaging crops; and repairing damaged infrastructure and equipment.
Visit the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development website for further information about eligibility criteria and to submit an application.
The Primary Producer Recovery Grant Program is jointly funded through the Commonwealth-State Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements.
Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements WA - Small Business Recovery Grant
The Commonwealth and State Government are jointly providing eligible small businesses with a reimbursement grant of up to $25,000 to assist with the clean-up of cyclone related debris.
Visit the Small Business Development Corporation website to register your interest in the grant program.
The Small Business Recovery Grant Program is jointly funded through the Commonwealth-State Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements.
Cultural and Heritage Asset Clean-up and Repair Grant Program
The Commonwealth and State Government are jointly providing a reimbursement grant of up to $20,000 to eligible owners and operators to assist with costs to clean-up and restore significant cultural and heritage sites.
Visit the Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage website to register your interest in the grant program.
The Cultural and Heritage Asset Repair Grant Program is jointly funded through the Commonwealth-State Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements.
Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment
The Federal Government is providing a one-off, non-means tested payment of $1,000 for eligible adults and $400 for children affected by the disaster. To claim call 180 22 66 or visit Services Australia
Australian Government Disaster Recovery Allowance
The Federal Government is providing a short-term income support payment to help individuals who can show that the disaster directly impacted their income. To claim call 180 22 66 or visit Services Australia
Department of Communities Disaster Relief Assistance
State Government financial assistance is available to people experiencing personal hardship and distress as a result of the cyclone. To apply please complete the Department of Communities Disaster Relief Application Form or phone the Disaster Relief Hotline on 1800 032 965.
Lord Mayor's Distress Relief Fund
This fund is the recognised state emergency fund and provides relief for personal hardship and distress arising from natural disasters occurring within Western Australia.
As of Monday 30 August, the following payment types are available to eligible applicants:
Owner/occupier whose primary residence suffered total loss or major damage:
- Up to $25,000 for total loss
- Up to $10,000 for major damage or
- Up to $25,000 if major damage is greater than $100,000
Tenants whose primary residence suffered total loss or major damage:
- Up to $25,000 for total loss
- Up to $10,000 for major damage
Owners where their second place of residence or investment property was total loss or major damage:
What evidence do you require to support the damage to your residence?
The Department of Fire and Emergency Services Rapid Damage Assessment (RDA) Report will be used as the basis for the application being approved.
However, if your property is not listed on the RDA you can still apply. You will need to provide evidence such as photos, insurance assessor and/or structural engineer reports. This information will be requested by the Lord Mayor's Distress Relief Fund during the assessment process.
For further information including eligibility and criteria, and to complete an application form, please visit Lord Mayor’s Distress Relief Fund.
Western Power Relief Package
The State Government has announced Cyclone Seroja electricity relief packages, including Western Power’s Extended Outage Payment. If you have been affected you can apply for the Extended Outage Payment by visiting westernpower.com.au
$1,000 payments for network repairs
The State Government has announced $1,000 payments to eligible customers who have been waiting for network repairs since May 24. If you have been disconnected from the grid since April 12, visit westernpower.com.au for eligibility and to apply. Call 13 13 51 for application support. Payments will be administered from July 2021. Visit this link for the latest information.
Water Corporation Relief Package
The State Government has announced Cyclone Seroja water relief packages. If you have been affected you can apply for a range of assistance by visiting watercorporation.com.au/serojarelief or phoning 13 13 85
Measures to Assist Primary Producers
As part of the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements WA, relief measures are available for primary producers whose assets or business has been affected by Cyclone Seroja. Information on how to apply is available from the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development website
