After the devastating bushfires of 2019/2020, the PSA/CPSU NSW established a $100,000 relief fund for members badly affected by those bushfires.
Then, in March 2022, help was available for those affected by catastrophic floods throughout the state, particularly in Northern NSW.
Yet again NSW is dealing with a flood crisis.
The PSA/CPSU NSW Executive has endorsed a permanent Emergency Relief Fund, which will give up to $1000 to eligible members whose primary residence was totally or partially destroyed by a declared natural disaster.
Members have six months from the time of event to apply for a grant.
Click HERE for a copy of the policy and to apply, should you meet the criteria.
Refer to your Award or Enterprise Agreement for leave you can apply for in the event you cannot get to work.
Whether its job cuts, salaries and conditions or natural disasters, your union will always be here for you.
Check your eligibility for assistance with the schemes below.
If your home has been damaged by the February and March 2022 storms and floods, you may be eligible for a one-off payment to help cover the costs of restoring your property to a habitable condition or replacing essential household items.
Payments are available as follows:
You’re not eligible to apply if your insurance covers you completely for structural repairs or to replace essential household items.
Payments may be used to:
Refer HERE to guidelines for complete information and list of eligible Local Government Areas (LGAs).
This offers support for people affected by the NSW floods that commenced in July 2022
Lump sum payments and ongoing short-term allowances are available; you may be eligible for more than one of these.
Click HERE for a full list of eligible LGAs.
The Australian Government Disaster Recovery payment is not for minor damage or inconvenience; it is there to help you with major damage to your property or other assets.
Major damage to principal place of residence for example includes;
If eligible, you will get: