Bushfire Support & Recovery Resources
Victoria
Recent bushfires have impacted communities across Victoria, affecting homes, livelihoods and local businesses.
This page brings together verified information and official support resources in one place, to help people find assistance more easily during this time.
We’re not disaster recovery experts, and this page isn’t intended to replace official advice. Instead, it connects you with trusted services and recovery support provided by government agencies and community organisations.
If you or your business have been affected, we hope these resources make it easier to find the support you need.
Official Updates & Immediate Support
For current information, safety updates and access to emergency recovery services.
These official sources should be your first point of reference for up-to-date bushfire information, relief centres, recovery hubs and emergency support.
If you’re unsure where to start, the Victorian Government’s January 2026 Bushfires page brings together the most relevant information and support services for this event.
Key resources
January 2026 Fires – Advice, Support & Relief Centres (VicEmergency)
Disaster-specific information covering immediate advice, relief centres, recovery hubs, wellbeing support, and practical next steps for people affected by the January 2026 fires.
👉 https://emergency.vic.gov.au/relief/#january_2026_fires
VicEmergency – Relief & Recovery
Warnings, recovery information, returning home advice, and access to support services.
👉 https://emergency.vic.gov.au/relief-and-recovery/1142
Victorian Government – January 2026 Bushfires
Central hub for official information related to the January 2026 bushfires, including emergency assistance, accommodation help and recovery services.
👉 https://www.vic.gov.au/january-2026-victorian-bushfires
Emergency Relief & Recovery Services (DFFH)
Personal hardship assistance and emergency relief services delivered through approved agencies.
👉 https://services.dffh.vic.gov.au/emergency-relief-and-recovery-services
Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment (Services Australia)
Federal disaster recovery payments for eligible people affected by the bushfires.
👉 https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/support-for-victoria-bushfires-january-2026-announced
Emergency Recovery Hotline
📞 1800 560 760
Information and referrals to recovery programs and support services across Victoria.
Information current as of January 2026. Always check official sources for the most up-to-date advice.
Financial Assistance & Relief Payments
Support to help with immediate costs and short-term recovery.
This section brings together information on emergency relief payments, disaster recovery assistance, and financial support available to individuals and families affected by bushfires.
At the time of publishing, specific business recovery grants for the January 2026 bushfires have not yet been announced. This page will be updated as official programs are released.
Key resources
Victorian Government – January 2026 Bushfires
State government information on emergency relief payments, recovery assistance and support programs.
👉 https://www.vic.gov.au/january-2026-victorian-bushfires
Department of Families, Fairness and Housing – Emergency Relief & Recovery Services
Personal Hardship Assistance and essential support delivered through approved agencies.
👉 https://services.dffh.vic.gov.au/emergency-relief-and-recovery-services
Services Australia – Disaster Recovery Payments & Allowances
Federal financial assistance for eligible individuals and families.
👉 https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/victoria-natural-disaster-support?context=60042
Business & Sole Trader Support
Resources to help businesses navigate disruption and recovery.
These official resources support small businesses, tourism operators and sole traders impacted by bushfires, with a focus on recovery planning, financial counselling and practical business advice.
Information below is based on Business Victoria guidance current as of January 2026.
Key resources
Business Victoria – Recovering from a Bushfire
Practical guidance to help businesses respond, recover and build resilience.
👉 https://business.vic.gov.au/business-information/disaster-resilience/how-to-recover/recovering-from-a-bushfire
Disaster Resilience for Business Toolkit (Business Victoria)
A framework to assess impacts, plan recovery steps and prepare for future emergencies.
👉 https://business.vic.gov.au/resilience-toolkit
Small Business Bus (Business Victoria)
Free access to expert advisers (virtual and in-person) for business advice, recovery guidance and referrals.
👉 https://business.vic.gov.au/grants-and-programs/small-business-bus
Rural Financial Counselling (Victoria – Regional Services)
Free, confidential financial counselling for eligible small businesses, sole traders and primary producers impacted by bushfires. Services are delivered regionally.
- FinWell (Victoria West)
👉 https://finwellgroup.com.au/ - Assist Small Biz (Victoria North)
👉 https://assistsmallbiz.org.au/ - Rural Financial Counselling Service – Gippsland
👉 https://ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au/
(If you’re unsure which service applies to your area, any of these providers can help direct you.)
Services Australia – Disaster Recovery Allowance
Income support for eligible workers and sole traders who have lost income due to bushfires.
👉 https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/support-for-victoria-bushfires-january-2026-announced
Emergency Recovery Hotline
📞 1800 560 760
Referrals to business recovery assistance and support services.
This page will be updated as official recovery information becomes available.