On 05 August 2020, the Victorian Government has announced further support, in addition to previous financial assistance and a range of other government assistances, for temporary and provisional visa holders in the State.
The Government has offered the ‘Pandemic Leave Disaster Payment’, announced by the Commonwealth Government, for Victorians who have no source of income because of self-isolation or quarantine due to COVID-19. The State also offers support for wearing face masks and coverings, including distribution of 2.1 million reusable face masks to vulnerable Victorians and agencies delivering services in the fight against COVID-19.
This is in addition to previously announced financial assistance and other assistances including support for job seekers and renters, setting up AUD $45 million International Student Emergency Relief Fund for international students facing financial hardship during the crisis, relaxation of work hours, relief payments for temporary visa holders, support for multi-cultural and multi-faith families, and public housing support.
