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1 March 2022

We offer our support to those affected by the Qld and NSW floods

A major flood event is impacting communities from Maryborough in Queensland to Grafton in New South Wales. Brisbane’s CBD has been inundated and there has been a record-breaking flood in Lismore.

As a community, we stand together to recognise and support those residents who are affected by the devastation of this ongoing state of emergency and the resulting displacement. 

Have you been impacted by severe weather and flooding in Qld or NSW? 

With the widespread impact of the emergency continuing to grow, Deakin is committed to supporting all affected students.  

If you or your family has been impacted by this extreme weather event, there is a variety of assistance available. This includes financial assistance, replacement of lost essentials (for example, books and laptops), flexibility with study deadlines and counselling support.

Our Natural Disaster Assistance Packages include a combination of support services tailored to your needs. Learn more and apply now.

If you need further help, please contact one or more of the following services:

Staying safe 

It is essential you have the right information to keep safe. To stay up to date with the current flood warnings and other updates, we recommend the following sites:

Thank you 

We say an enormous thank you to the brave emergency service workers and many volunteers who are risking their lives to protect people, homes and land. 

Donate today 

You can help make a difference. To contribute to both the Qld and NSW flood recovery, you may wish to donate to the Red Cross.



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