The Bayindeen fires started on 22 February 2024, burning for more than two weeks and impacting large areas of the Pyrenees Shire. Around 22,000 hectares of farmland, residential areas and state forest were affected.
If you were impacted by the fire, there is help available to help you get back on your feet. These pages provide information about the services and support available to fire-impacted residents.
It can be difficult to know what to do after an emergency, but Council and the State Government can help you:
- Apply for payments and get financial help;
- Find services to support your recovery;
- Progress an insurance claim;
- Refer you to mental health or wellbeing services;
- Learn tips to help you or your family cope with stress;
- Get legal support;
- Get support for your business.
The State Government has detailed emergency recovery information on its website here: Bayindeen bushfires recovery support
To register your details with Council for fire recovery support, contact the Recovery Team on:
Phone - 1300 797 363
Email - recovery@pyrenees.vic.gov.au
Download a printable version of key recovery support information here (PDF, 219KB)
Drop in to Council's Recovery Centre
A member of Council’s Recovery Team will be available at the Beaufort Library and Resource Centre on Wednesdays from 10am to 5pm, for people are looking for information and support following the fires. Pop in and have a cuppa with Tony or Jane.
You can also phone the Recovery Team on 1300 797 363 or email them at recovery@pyrenees.vic.gov.au
Click on the pages below to find information relevant to your situation.