Temporary visa holders were left out of the federal government’s JobKeeper program last year. But this year, COVID-19 Disaster payments are available to some eligible temporary visa holders who have lost income due to health orders.
The is available for people who have lost more than eight hours of work per week or a full day of work and are in a Commonwealth Declared Hotspot.
Eligible income support recipients who have lost at least 8 hours or one full day of work due to a lockdown can receive $200 per week on top of their regular income support payment.
If you or another person is in danger, call 000
Men’s Referral Service 1300 766 491(anonymous and confidential telephone counselling for men)
The National Disability Abuse & Neglect Hotline 1800 880 052 for reporting abuse/neglect of people with a disability.
ELDERHelp | 1800 353 374 to know how you can get help, support and referrals.
