Senator the Hon Linda Reynolds CSC

The Federal Government and the Tasmanian Government have partnered to improve access to government services in Tasmania.

The Liberal and Nationals Government has confirmed eligible people who live or work in the Commonwealth declared COVID-19 hotspot of Katherine, Robinson River and surrounding homelands will be able to claim the COVID-19 Disaster Payment from 23 November.

The Liberal and Nationals Government has confirmed the COVID-19 Disaster Payment will be available from 12 November 2021 for eligible workers who live or work in the Commonwealth declared hotspot of the Municipality of Katherine.

The temporary COVID-19 Disaster Payment will wind down in Victoria as 80% of the state’s population are now fully vaccinated against COVID-19.