Disaster Assist
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As communities touched by the February 2009 fires prepare to commemorate, an ecumenical service will be held for all Victorians to pay their respects to the 173 people who lost their lives and the thousands who have been affected.
The service will focus on remembrance, reflection and the communities affected by the fires.
The service will be streamed live on the Victorian Premier website (www.premier.vic.gov.au), be broadcast on ABC Local Radio and be televised via Sky TV News.
Further information is at the Victorian Bushfire Reconstruction and Recovery Authority website (www.wewillrebuild.vic.gov.au/latest-news/481-one-year-on-anniversary-remembrance-service.html)
The Prime Minister has also resolved for the Australian National Flag to be flown at half-mast and for the nation to pause for a moment’s silence.
The Australian Government Disaster Assist website has been set up by the Australian Government to give individuals and families better access to information about recovery assistance following a disaster. The Australian Government may provide assistance to aid the recovery of Australians most affected by an offshore or onshore disaster. In such cases, this website will have up to date public information messages, relevant free call numbers, information on Australian Government Assistance Packages offered and links to other relevant websites and information.
The Australian Government is continuously updating the information on this website and we encourage you to regularly revisit the site for updated information.