Emergency Relief and Support Services - Recovery

The Department of Communities (Communities) supports State and local recovery efforts by coordinating the emergency relief and support activities to help communities recover after an emergency.
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Our role

Western Australia’s recovery activities are underpinned by the National Principles for Disaster Recovery and are delivered across four recovery environments: social, built, economic and natural.

The scope of support available is outlined in the State Support Plan - Emergency Relief and Support and appropriate services will be determined based on disaster impact.

Current projects

Pilbara – Tropical Cyclone Zelia Recovery

Communities is working alongside partner agencies to coordinate support for community members in the Pilbara who have been impacted by Tropical Cyclone Zelia in February 2025.

Residents can contact the Disaster Response Hotline on 1800 032 965 to find out what assistance may be available to you. The Disaster Response Hotline is available from 9am to 4pm, Monday to Friday.

Kimberley Flood Recovery

If you’re impacted by the Kimberley Floods, you can contact the Disaster Response Hotline on 1800 032 965 to find out what support may be available to you.

You can also visit our Flood Hub in the Fitzroy Valley:

Fitzroy Crossing Visitor Centre
4 Flynn Drive

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday - by appointment
Tuesday - 8am to 12pm
Friday - closed

Call 9191 0904 or email to book an appointment: communityrecoveryofficer@sdwk.wa.gov.au


Mariginiup Bushfire Recovery

Communities is working alongside partner agencies to coordinate immediate and long-term support for City of Wanneroo residents impacted by the Mariginiup bushfires.

If you’re impacted by the Mariginiup Fire, you can contact the Disaster Response Hotline on 1800 032 965 to find out what support may be available to you.


Bunbury Storm Recovery

Communities is working alongside partner agencies to coordinate support for City of Bunbury residents impacted by significant storms in May and June 2024.

If you were impacted by the Bunbury Storm, you can contact the Disaster Response Hotline on 1800 032 965 to find out what support may be available to you.


Disaster Response Hotline

To speak to someone about the support that may be available to you, call the Disaster Response Hotline on 1800 032 965.


More information

For more information on State Recovery activities, visit the DFES Emergency WA Recovery page

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