Emergencies such as floods or bushfires can happen quickly. Planning how to take care of your animals before an emergency helps to keep everyone safe. Read more…
Bushfires affect millions of people living in Australia. Those affected commonly seek support at any time during a bushfire season – before, during or after. Find personal stories of people affected by bushfires and links to further support. Read more…
Prepare an emergency survival kit before the bush fire season starts. Having a prepared kit means having easy access to things that can help you survive a bush fire or other natural disaster. It will be in one handy location. Read more…
During a bush fire, it can be very hot and there may be sparks or embers flying around. For this reason, it is important to wear personal protective clothing. Loose fitting clothing made from natural fibres such as pure wool, Read more…
As a tenant you have rights under the Residential Tenancies Act 2010 and Residential Tenancies Regulation 2019. This factsheet is about damage to rented premises that is neither the fault of the landlord nor the tenant – the result of Read more…
A dedicated housing assistance service will support the urgent housing needs of residents impacted by the bushfires. The Bushfire Housing Assistance Service will support residents who are temporarily or permanently displaced during the bushfires. The service will provide access to Read more…
NSW State Emergency Service (SES) is an emergency and rescue service dedicated to assisting the community. We are a volunteer-based organisation that provides emergency assistance to the people of NSW 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days Read more…