Business

Financial support
Disaster recovery grant – up to $50,000 to help pay for the cost of clean-up and resuming operations.

Disaster recovery allowance – a short-term income support payment to assist if you’ve lost income as a direct result of the floods, provided by the Australian Government.

Stamp duty relief – for replacing insured commercial motor vehicles written off due to floods and storms.

Disaster relief loans – concessional interest rate loans up to $130,000 for small businesses and up to $25,000 for not-for-profit organisations.

Clean-up support
Flood-impacted businesses will receive clean-up assistance, including the removal of debris, mud and green waste.

Skip bins and dump trucks have started to appear on the streets. Where there are no skip bins or dump trucks available, separate waste on the kerbside until they arrive.

Cleaning up after a natural disaster can be dangerous. Here’s some advice on how to clean up safely and deal with hazardous waste.

Mental health support
Natural disasters, cleaning up and recovery can take a toll on your mental and physical health. It’s important for you to seek support and look after your own and our employees’ wellbeing.

Individuals

Australian Government payments
The following payments are available to people in NSW affected by the floods:

·         Disaster Recovery Payment – $1000 per eligible adult and $400 per eligible child if your home has been severely damaged or destroyed, or you’ve been seriously injured.

·         Disaster Recovery Allowance – short-term income assistance (up to 13 weeks) if you’ve lost income as a direct result of the floods.

Further information and a comprehensive list of support available click here

The team are here to help you. If you have any questions, please reach out to your accountant.