Application for Bushfire Relief Payments

On February 4, 2021, the State Government announced emergency funding of $4,000 to those whose homes have been destroyed and $2,000 to those whose homes have been damaged by the Wooroloo Bushfires.

Apply online

Step 1.Before you start

Please read the application guidelines(PDF, 64KB) for further information.

Make sure you have the following forms of ID
  • Proof of Primary Residence (if renting)
    - copies/pictures of two separate bills showing your address
  • Proof of identification
    - copy/picture of Drivers Licence or Passport
  • Proof of bank account details
    - copy/picture of bank statement

Step 2.Start your application

Apply online for Bushfire Relief

Alternatively, you can download the application form for Bushfire Relief(PDF, 130KB) and drop it off at your local City office, or the City of Swan Administration Centre. You can also email it to bushfirerelief@swan.wa.gov.au.

If you are experiencing internet connection issues, you are welcome to complete your online application form using one of the computers at any of the City's libraries. You can also reserve a computer in advance for up to 120 minutes.

Please contact us on 9267 9267 if you wish to discuss your application.

Contact Us

Phone

9267 9267

Email

bushfirerelief@swan.wa.gov.au

Eligibility criteria

Bushfire grant relief payments are provided for residents where they meet the below criteria.

 

A resident’s property must:

  • Be located within the City of Swan AND be located within the perimeter of the fire (as per DFES map); and
  • Be the primary residence of the applicant (demonstrated through rates bill held by the local government, electricity bill or other suitable document); and
  • Have been damaged or destroyed by fire during the Wooroloo bushfire event.

If the applicant meets the above criteria, they will be assessed as to whether they are eligible for a grant for a destroyed home ($4,000) or damaged home ($2,000).

 

Further Criteria

Destroyed home:

  • Above criteria is met AND;
  • The home is considered permanently uninhabitable as a result of the impact of fire during the Wooroloo bushfire event.

Damaged home:

  • Above criteria is met AND;
  • Has demonstrated physical damage that has occurred to the home as a result of the impact of fire during the Wooroloo bushfire event.
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