Thursday, 18 June 2026

 Martha HAYLETT (Ripon) (14:43): (1705) My question is to the Minister for Natural Disaster Recovery. Minister, when will temporary modular homes be delivered to bushfire-affected communities across Victoria, including families in Carranballac, Streatham and Skipton in my electorate. On 14 May the announcement of nearly $33 million from the state and federal governments for more than 100 temporary modular homes was welcomed, particularly for those left without adequate insurance after the January fires. But for many families the announcement has not yet translated into a permanent roof over their heads. As we move deeper into winter the urgency is growing. There are still many locals without permanent homes from the Streatham fire, and they deserve timely, practical support to rebuild their lives. I look forward to sharing the minister’s response with them.