We’re providing support to UTS students and staff affected by the bushfire emergency.
The full impact of these fires is yet to be seen, however, we have and will continue to assist our community in any way we can.
How you can support fire-affected communities
We know students and staff at UTS have a strong sense of community care and empathy, so if you would like to show your support for those impacted, here are some trusted organisations you can donate to (links below open external sites):
- NSW RFS – support for our frontline fire services and firefighters
- Red Cross Disaster Relief and Recovery – recovery programs and emergency assistance in communities directly affected
- Salvation Army Disaster Appeal – emergency assistance in communities directly affected
- WIRES – supporting the wildlife impacted by the fires in NSW
- Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal – offering small support grants specifically for rural, regional and remote Australia
Resources and further information
Stay up to date of the continuing bushfire crisis and take adequate precautions.
Fire locations, air quality data and other relevant information can be found through these links (open external sites).
Fire locations and warnings
- NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) bushfire warnings
- Fires Near Me app (Apple / Android)
Travel information
- Live Traffic NSW – updates on accidents and events
- Transport NSW – updates on transport issues
Health information
- NSW Health: maintaining health during bushfires
- NSW Health: bushfire smoke advice
Air quality information
- AirVisual – air quality information
- NSW Office of Planning, Industry and Environment – current air quality
Additional Financial Assistance:
- Department of Human Services - has direct assistance available to those affected by the bushfires
- Rural Assistance Authority - has a Natural Disaster Recovery Relief Grant available to eligible primary producers, small businesses, sporting clubs and not for profit organisations
- Disaster Welfare Assistance Line - for support, resources and assistance
- Insurance Council of Australia – if you think you have insurance, but can’t remember who with, call the dedicated hotline: 1800 734 621
- Financial Rights legal centre - provides several helplines that may be of assistance