The Albanese and Carroll Labor Governments are continuing to support communities recovering from the January 2026 bushfires.
A total of $1.15 million will be shared between the Murrindindi and Strathbogie Shire Councils to boost their Community Recovery Officer and Recovery Hub programs until June 2028.
This is part of the $15 million joint investment through the Commonwealth‑State Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements, supporting CROs and Recovery Hubs across 15 councils.
Community Recovery Officers work directly with councils to identify local needs, deliver tailored recovery programs and connect residents with the support they need.
Recovery Hubs provide a local one-stop shop for information, advice, trauma-informed support and recovery programs.
It is based on a simple principle: local communities know their recovery needs best.
That’s why we are empowering councils to design and deliver the support that matters most to them.
More than $420 million in bushfire recovery support has been jointly funded through the DRFA to support bushfire-affected Victorians.
Anyone needing assistance is encouraged to contact the Emergency Recovery Hotline on 1800 560 760 to be connected with the support they need.
As stated by Federal Minister for Emergency Management Kristy McBain
“We know recovery can be a long and difficult journey, and this funding is about making it easier for people to get the help they need, when and where they need it.”
“The Australian Government will continue to stand with communities in Murrindindi, Strathbogie and across Victoria as they rebuild, recover and prepare for the future.”
As stated by Victorian Minister for Emergency Services Paul Edbrooke
“Recovery works best when led by locals and informed by community. That’s why we’re uplifting local councils to best support recovery in their own communities.”
“We’ll continue standing alongside bushfire-affected Victorians, backing them with the support they need every step of the way.”
As stated by Senator for Victoria Michelle Ananda-Rajah
“This community has experienced the compounding effects of natural disasters, from fire and floods to the economic pressures of fuel and fertiliser access.
“This funding will help the Murrindindi and Strathbogie Shire Councils with their recovery efforts and enable them to rebuild their communities.”
