2006/2007 Summer Bushfires

Bushfire Helplines and Assistance

Australian Government Bushfire Assistance - 180 2233. This number is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Western Australia : Australian Government Bushfire Assistance 180 2233

Tasmania: Tasmania Fire Service Call Centre - 1800 000 699

Victoria: Victorian Bushfire Information Line - 1800 240 667

New South Wales: NSW Bushfire Information - 1800 679 737

Australia has been experiencing a number of bush fire outbreaks in locations across Tasmania, Victoria and New South Wales. Given the particular hardships faced by those who lost their homes in the fires, the Prime Minister has announced support for these people.

Prime Minister’s Media Release - Tasmania

Prime Minister's Media Release - Victoria

The Australian Government and the Premiers of Tasmania and Victoria have announced additional funding to help families, business and primary producers recover from the bushfires.

Prime Minister and Premier of Tasmania Media Release

Prime Minister and Premier of Victoria Media Release

The Australian Red Cross Bushfires Appeal

The Australian Red Cross announced yesterday the establishment of a Bushfires Appeal. The Australian Government has made a contribution of $50,000 to this appeal.

For further information on the Red Cross Appeal or to make a donation please visit the Red Cross website.