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Make fireproof plans for summer
How to prepare for bushfire season
With the tragic losses and damage suffered throughout Australia from bushfires, we want to help you prepare to protect your loved ones, community and property. So check out the quiz and checklist below for smart ways to make fireproof plans for this summer.
Bushfire readiness rating
Complete the following quiz to get a readiness rating for your bushfire preparedness.
Question 1
Is your property surrounding bush?
Disclaimer: The bushfire readiness quiz is meant to give you an indication only of how prepared you are for the threat of bushfire. Your personal circumstances like the location, weather and other variables will change the risk levels and bushfire threat for which you will need to prepare. It does not replace guidance that you can get from state authorities and emergency services. In the event of a bushfire you should follow instructions given to you by the authorities
Bushfire preparation checklist
For more tips and tools to help minimise the threat to the home and those you love, check out our bushfire preparation checklist below.
When’s the best time to prepare for bushfire season?
The best time to prepare for bushfire season is before it begins. Keeping your property well-maintained all year round gives an invaluable head start come bushfire season. If you and your home are well prepared, you stand a better chance of surviving a bushfire.
Helpful information
How do I prepare a bushfire survival plan?
To prepare a plan specific to your area, simply select your state or territory below.
How do I know if I’m in a bushfire-prone area?
Select your state or territory below to check the bushfire status of your area.
Insurance
If natural events like bushfires or floods threaten your area, it’s important to ensure your home and contents insurance will cover you adequately.
Bushfires are covered under ING Home and Contents Insurance, so in the event of a large-scale fire, you can be covered for debris removal, repairs or replacement of your home and belongings as well as temporary accommodation as needed.
It’s also worth remembering most insurers have a 72-hour wait period between when you take out the policy and when you’re covered in the event of bushfire or grassfire.
So it’s best to consider getting cover earlier than later.
Making a claim
Making a claim
If you’re looking to make claim under your ING Home and Contents Insurance policy,
just follow these 3 simple steps
Support measures
If you bank with us, have a home or personal loan or credit card, we can offer a variety of financial support measures. To speak with the financial support team please contact 1300 349 166, Monday to Friday 8.45am to 5pm (EST).