How can you help?

A number of avenues exist for individuals and organisations to provide donations or suggestions in support of people affected by the Victorian Bushfires.


Bush Fire Assist Ideas Mailbox

The Commonwealth Government is encouraging people to contribute their ideas on how the Government can best support the communities affected by the Victorian Bushfires.

The Bushfire Assist Ideas Mailbox is an important way Australians can help provide ideas to assist the Commonwealth Government’s recovery response for individuals, families and communities affected by these devastating fires.

The Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs will review the ideas, collate and refer them to Commonwealth and/or Victorian Government agencies involved in the Bushfire response for their consideration. This will involve passing on your personal information to enable further contact with you to discuss your idea if necessary.
 
Please email your ideas to bushfireassistideas@fahcsia.gov.au or post to

Ideas - FaHCSIA Victorian Bushfires Recovery Taskforce
PO Box 7576
Canberra Business Centre ACT 2610


2009 Victorian Bushfire Appeal

The 2009 Victorian Bushfire Appeal Fund has been set up by the Prime Minister and the Victorian Premier in partnership with the Australian Red Cross. The Commonwealth and Victorian Governments have each committed $2 million to the Fund.

Donations can be still be made by calling the Australian Red Cross on 1800 811 700, however, the Appeal will close on 17 April 2009.

People seeking further information about the payments available under the Appeal should contact the Victorian Government Victorian Bushfire Appeal Fund website or call 1800 180 213.