Archived Grant Opportunity View - GO4877

The purpose of the grant is to provide lump sum financial assistance to limit the financial hardship for eligible individuals who are unable to work and earn an income in an area under a state public health order for a lockdown that is greater than seven days and is a determined Commonwealth hotspot.

In accordance with the eligibility criteria outlined in the Grant Guidelines.

Claimants are required to complete an application form online via their myGov account. Claims will be accepted by telephone in limited circumstances.

A claim will be assessed by Services Australia against the eligibility criteria before making payment and claimants will be notified by letter if their claim has been granted or rejected.

Where requested, a claimant may also need to provide evidence of meeting the eligibility criteria for the payment.