January 2026 Victorian bushfires - Government relief packages
16 January 2026
Recovery support for people and communities affected by the Victorian fires that started on 7 January 2026.
Victoria is facing severe bushfires throughout most of the state. A State of Disaster has been declared. Communities, farmers and businesses are facing heavy losses.
The Victorian and Australian Governments are providing essential support to communities hit by the January bushfires. This aid will help with both immediate and long-term recovery needs.
A summary of what if on offer is below:
- Financial Help for families
- Emergency Accommodation
- Long Term Recovery Help
- Clean-Up Help
- Help for Primary Producers and Farmers
- Counselling and Social Recovery
- Roads and community asset support
- Insurance Advice
- General Support
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Further information is available here: https://www.vic.gov.au/january-2026-victorian-bushfires
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