Community Recovery Centre goes on the road

A range of support services will be available at the drop-in event on Thursday 22 February, including the Department of Communities, Australian Red Cross, the Salvation Army, Disaster Relief Australia, Legal Aid, as well as assistance from the City of Wanneroo.

Mayor Linda Aitken said the bushfire – which burned through 1,900 hectares last November – was now in the recovery phase and the City continued to support those affected.

“After the fire, the City set up a Community Recovery Centre at our Civic Centre and we are now bringing these services and resources out into the heart of the community most affected,” she said.

“Bring a picnic blanket and enjoy a sausage sizzle provided by the Rotary Club Wanneroo while connecting with the community and accessing support and resources all in one location.”

Available services:

• Disaster Relief Australia: debris management and clean up, tree management and safe fencing removal and repair
• Australian Red Cross: support, information and referrals for any services residents may need
• Department of Communities: coordination of emergency relief and support activities
• Salvation Army: physical, emotional, environmental and economic wellbeing support
• Ngala (Banksia Grove Parent and Child Centre): activities and advice for parents and young people
• Wanneroo Business Association: support for local businesses
• Anglicare: financial counselling
• Legal Aid: free assistance to people who need help making insurance claims and dealing with disputes, mortgage stress, financial hardship, debt, employment law problems, housing or tenancy complications and the replacement of important documents.

Event details:

Thursday 22 February 2024

5pm to 7pm

Edgar Griffiths Park, Wanneroo

Entrance to car park off Garden Park Road

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