Community Recovery Hubs have been opened across South-East Queensland to provide face-to-face support for Queenslanders impacted by ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
State Minister for Families, Seniors and Disability Services Amanda Camm said eight hubs had been set up across the region.
Minister Camm said six major hubs had been established at:
- Nerang Bicentennial Community Centre, 833 Southport Nerang Road, Nerang.
- Upper Coomera Community Centre, 90 Reserve Rd, Upper Coomera.
- Thornlands Dance Palais Hall, Corner Cleveland Redland Bay Road & Island Outlook Avenue, Thornlands.
- Beenleigh Event Centre, Kent St, Beenleigh.
- Webb Hall, Redcliffe Showgrounds, Scarborough Street, Redcliffe.
- Albany Creek Community Centre, 15 Ernie Street, Albany Creek.
She said pop-up sites were also currently open at:
- Burleigh Waters Community Centre, 111 Christine Avenue, Burleigh Waters.
- Russell Island Recreation Hall, 1 Alison Cres, Russell Island.
“A Community Recovery Hub will also open in Hervey Bay from tomorrow, with planning for additional sites across South East Queensland also underway.”
Minister Camm said the hubs provided a one-stop shop for people to access grants and support from a range of Government agencies, as well as practical and emotional assistance.
She said hub staff could also facilitate access to emergency grants for eligible Queenslanders.
“We know this is an incredibly challenging and distressing time for many, and that’s why we have quickly mobilised the recovery hubs to provide face-to-face support.
“This includes access to Emergency Hardship Assistance grants for eligible Queenslanders, of $180 per person and up to $900 for a family of five or more, to help cover the costs of food, medication, clothing and other essential items.”
