Joint media release with the Hon Lia Finocchiaro MLA
The Albanese and Finocchiaro Governments have committed a further $29.5 million recovery package to help rebuild, restore and strengthen communities impacted by ex-Tropical Cyclone Fina, ex-Tropical Cyclone Narelle and the March 2026 flood event.
The support package is being jointly funded by the Albanese and Finocchiaro Governments under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA).
The recovery package is designed to help communities restore essential services, strengthen critical infrastructure and support long-term resilience.
To support community recovery, nearly $11.5 million will help community organisations in Nauiyu restore essential services.
This includes:
- More than $5 million to help Green River Aboriginal Corporation restore community assets
- $5 million to reinstate St Francis Xavier College school facilities and staff housing
- $1.2 million to restore the community services hub for Catholic Care NT
- $820,000 to replace flood damaged assets at Merrepen Arts, Culture and Language Aboriginal Corporation
- $100,000 to replace flood damaged equipment and program resources at Miriam Rose Foundation Aboriginal Corporation.
An additional $1.4 million will provide psychosocial and wellbeing services for people affected by flooding in Katherine, Nauiyu, Nganmarriyanga and surrounding areas.
Critical flood warning infrastructure will be repaired and improved thanks to a $3.9 million investment, while a $12.5 million Road Betterment and Resilient Infrastructure Package will strengthen critical infrastructure and improve access for communities in the Victoria Daly and West Daly regions.
An additional $216,000 will support Tiwi College’s recovery from the impacts of Tropical Cyclone Fina.
These measures build on disaster assistance already activated for affected communities, including support for households, small businesses and non-government organisations, as well as funding for the clean-up and restoration of essential public assets.
The Northern Territory Government will administer these measures through the relevant agencies, working with affected communities and the organisations receiving support.
For more information on disaster assistance visit Disaster Assist and Secure NT Financial Help.
Quotes attributable to Federal Minister for Emergency Management Kristy McBain
“Territorians have endured a series of significant weather events in recent years, and the Albanese Government is committed to standing alongside those communities throughout their recovery.
“This recovery package invests in the people, services and infrastructure that communities rely on every day, helping them rebuild stronger and more resilient for the future.
“We’re delivering targeted support for affected communities while also funding resilience measures that will improve preparedness and reduce risks when future disasters occur.
“Whether it’s restoring local services, strengthening critical road connections or supporting community wellbeing, this funding will help communities recover with confidence.”
Quotes attributable to Northern Territory Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro
“Territorians are tough and resilient, but when disaster strikes, communities need the practical support to recover, rebuild and come back stronger.
“This $29.5 million package is about helping our affected communities restore essential services, repair critical infrastructure and build greater resilience for the future.
“Our Government is standing alongside communities impacted by ex-Tropical Cyclone Fina and Narelle and the March floods.
“This funding will deliver real support where it is needed most.
“Recovery does not end when the floodwaters recede or the clean-up is finished.
“We are investing in the long-term recovery of these communities, supporting people’s wellbeing and strengthening the infrastructure they rely on so the Territory is better prepared for future extreme weather events.”
