Disaster Recovery Allowance for Victoria Bushfires, January 2026 is closing soon

Published: 7 July 2026

If you were affected by the bushfires in Victoria, claims are open until 21 July 2026 for Disaster Recovery Allowance.

You have up to and including 21 July 2026 to claim either Disaster Recovery Allowance or New Zealand Disaster Recovery Allowance.

You can claim either Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment or New Zealand Disaster Recovery Payment up to and including:

  • 19 October 2026 for Leslie Manor in Corangamite Local Government Area (LGA) and Woodfield in Mansfield LGA
  • 5 August 2026 for all other declared areas.

Find out if you’re eligible for Victoria Bushfires, January 2026.

Page last updated: 7 July 2026.
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