Affected individuals of Cyclone Alfred Disaster can be eligible to receive the Cyclone Alfred Disaster Payment 40 hours after the impact. This payment later can be accessed online through Service Australia Website. The assistance payment amount will be $1,000 for adults and $400 for children.
This payment can be used to manage food, clothes, medical and other necessities. Due to the severe impacts of the disaster, many routes and transport are closed. More than 240,000 homes and businesses have lost power in the state’s of New South Wales.
Cyclone Alfred Disaster Payment
The Cyclone Alfred Disaster Payment is a financial relief initiative which was introduced to support Australians affected by the severe weather conditions caused by Cyclone Alfred. This payment is a part of the disaster recovery scheme and it’s funded by the state and federal governments. Through this payment, eligible individuals can receive a one-time assistance.
| Cyclone Name | Cyclone Alfred |
| Affected Areas | SE Queensland, Northern NSW |
| Payment Amount | $1,000 (adults), $400 (children) |
| Eligibility | Citizens/permanent residents in disaster zones |
| Application Process | Online via Services Australia |
| Additional Support | Disaster Recovery Allowance (up to 13 weeks) |
The payment is designed to help cover essential personnel costs, such as replacing food, medical supplies, clothing, and household items. This payment fulfils the commitment of the government to provide timely support in great need. Those who have been affected are the people who are in great need of this aid. It should be a responsibility of the government to activate such payment after 40 hours of disaster.
Cyclone Alfred Stimulus Payment
Southeast Queensland and Northern New South Wales communities have been affected by Cyclone Alfred which resulted in great damage, including flooding, destruction of homes, and disruption to essential services. Many residents and businesses have been greatly affected and left without basic necessities.
The Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced this stimulus payment which addresses the immediate needs for affected individuals and provides immediate support during challenging times. According to the government, the most suitable people for this stimulus check will be those who have faced any serious injury, loss of a family member, or assets damage.
Who is eligible for Cyclone Alfred Disaster Payment?
The eligibility criteria of Cyclone Alfred Disaster Payment is available below so that affected people can check whether they qualify or not.
- Individuals must have to meet the residency status of being Australian citizens or permanent residents.
- To get this payment, individuals must have been directly affected by the disaster such as loss of family members, damage of assets, any serious injury or you must be a caregiver of a child who has been affected.
- Local government areas residents including Brisbane, Fraser Coast, Gold Coast, Gympie, Ipswich, Logan, Moreton Bay, Noosa, Redland, Scenic Rim, Somerset, and Sunshine Coast are eligible to get this stimulus payment.
- Those who have lost their income can get financial support for up to 13 weeks through the Disaster Recovery Allowance.
- These area of NSW are also be eligible for stimulus payment Ballina, Bellingen, Byron, Clarence Valley Coffs Harbour, Dungog, Mid-Coast, Nambucca, Port Macquarie Hastings, Kempsey, Kyogle, Lismore, Lord Howe Island, Richmond Valley, and Tweed shire.
How to apply for the Cyclone Alfred Disaster Payment?
The step by step process to apply for Cyclone Alfred Disaster Payment is available here.
- Firstly, you need to create a myGov account with Centrelink by visiting at https://servicesaustralia.gov.au/
- Sign in on myGov or the myGov app and select the button “Centrelink”.
- On the homepage, tab the button which says “make a claim” and then read all the given instructions.
- Here, select apply for Disaster Recovery Payment and then give answers to the asked questions. These questions will verify your eligibility for the payment.
- After verification of eligibility criteria, begin claiming with providing information including your bank details, number of eligible children, partners details, contact details and how you were affected.
- Now, review all the given information and submit your claim.
- After submission, if there will be a need to update or change any information then you have to withdraw that claim and start a new one.
- You can track the progress of your claim from the centrelink homepage under the option “view claim status”.
When will Cyclone Alfred Disaster Payment be issued?
The government will soon issue this disaster payment among eligible individuals who reside in the disaster zones. It will take some time to issue these payments among all affected individuals but the government is trying to activate these payments as soon as possible. People can expect their payment after 40 hours of application approval.