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Recovery, housing & legal help

NSW services to help after a disaster or emergency.

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NSWReviewed 14 Oct 2026

Service NSW — emergencies and natural disasters

13 77 88 — Service NSW (Mon–Fri, 7am–7pm)

Disaster preparation/recovery information, personalised support pathways, relief/grants information and replacement-document help; includes support-hub information.

Hours: Monday–Friday, 7am–7pm Sydney time

Important: In an emergency, call 000; for flood/storm/tsunami assistance, call NSW SES 132 500.

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Grants, eligibility and application windows vary by declared event, location and circumstances. This directory does not promise funding or list amounts that may expire. Use current Service NSW advice.

Accommodation and housing

NSWReviewed 14 Oct 2026

Temporary and emergency housing / Link2Home

1800 152 152 — Link2Home

Link2Home helps people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. For disaster accommodation pathways, contact Service NSW on 13 77 88 or a recovery centre.

Hours: Link2Home: 24/7

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An evacuation centre is not the same as a recovery centre or temporary housing. For immediate evacuation information, open current official warning and centre links.

Keep relevant documents where safe to do so and seek advice suited to your circumstances. This directory does not provide legal advice.

Emotional support

Recovery can be difficult long after the immediate danger has passed. Crisis and mental-health support is available alongside practical assistance.

Other states and territories

In an emergency anywhere in Australia, call 000. These are each state’s own services; check the official page before calling.