In response to the devastating floods and storms that have impacted communities in May 2025, the Federal Government is stepping up support for those affected. Two key financial assistance programs—the Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment (AGDRP) and the Disaster Recovery Allowance (DRA) are being expanded to provide urgent relief.
Eligible residents in several Local Government Areas (LGAs) can apply now for these payments.
Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment (AGDRP)
The AGDRP is a lump sum payment of $1,000 per eligible adult and $400 per child who have been directly affected by NSW East Coast severe weather and flooding.
Check eligibility and information on the Services Australia website.
Applications are open until 25 November 2025.
- Eligible LGAs:
- Bellingen
- Coffs Harbour
- Dungog
- Kempsey
- Maitland
- Mid Coast
- Nambucca Valley
- Port Macquarie-Hastings
- Port Stephens
Disaster Recovery Allowance (DRA)
The DRA provides short-term income support to help people who have lost income due to the disaster. This support is now being extended to even more communities.
- Newly eligible LGAs for DRA:
- Armidale
- Bellingen
- Central Coast
- Cessnock
- Clarence Valley
- Coffs Harbour
- Lake Macquarie
- Maitland
- Muswellbrook
- Nambucca Valley
- Newcastle
- Port Stephens
- Singleton
- Upper Hunter
- Walcha
Financial support is available from the NSW and Australian governments for:
Floods grants and other support | NSW Government
To check your eligibility, use this search tool: Disaster Assistance Finder