Disaster preparation
Bushfires, fierce storms and other natural emergencies are a fact of Australian life. Being prepared can make a big difference.
Severe weather preparation
When severe weather hits Australia, hazardous conditions such as hail, storms, flash floods, thunder and lightning can happen. Protect yourself with this severe weather preparation checklist and help safeguard your family.
Bushfire preparation
Bush fires in Australia are a fact of life. Being prepared for a bushfire can go a long way to protecting you and your property.
Storm preparation
A storm can hit at any time, are you prepared? Getting prepared in advance could make all the difference to how you cope before and after a storm.
Flood preparation
Floods are a fact of life in Australia, and heavy rain can cause flash-flooding practically anywhere. Use this checklist to prepare yourself and those around you.
Cyclone preparation checklist
Australia has experienced many devastating cyclones over the years, with destructive winds causing extensive property damage. Being prepared well in advance can go a long way to help protect your home during a tropical cyclone.
During an emergency
It’s essential that everyone knows what to do in an emergencies such as bushfires, storms, flash floods and lightening.
After an emergency
Living in Australia means we face natural disasters and weather hazards throughout the year. Knowing what to do after an emergency will go a long way to helping get you back on track as soon as possible.
Home safety checklist
Your home should be your sanctuary. Unfortunately, hazards can sneak in. These home safety tips can help safeguard your family, home and belongings all year-round.
Emergency kit checklist
Typically over the summer months in Australia, natural disasters such as bushfires, floods, cyclones or storms can occur. Whether you are going to stay in your home or evacuate to a safer area, it’s essential that every home has an emergency kit. You’ll need some basic things to get you by without electricity or water for up to 72 hours.
Do you have enough Insurance cover?
Building Calculator
When planning for severe weather, it’s important to make sure your home insurance is up-to-date and the sum insured amount is enough. You can check you’re properly covered by using our Building Calculator.
Contents Calculator
You can also estimate the replacement value of your home contents with the Contents Calculator.
Important information
Cover is subject to your application for insurance being accepted.
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Key Facts Sheets (KFS):
Home Building Essential Care KFS (PDF 1MB)
Home Contents Essential Care KFS (PDF 1MB)
Home Building Quality Care KFS (PDF 1MB)
Home Contents Quality Care KFS (PDF 1MB)
Product Disclosure Statements (PDS)
Home and Contents Insurance Product Disclosure Statement and Supplementary Product Disclosure Statement (PDF 494KB) (applicable to policies issued or renewed on or after 1 July 2019)
Home and Contents Insurance Product Disclosure Statement and Supplementary Product Disclosure Statement (PDF 424KB) (applicable to policies initially issued in the period between 30 June 2018 and 30 June 2019; or renewed in the period between 30 July 2018 and 30 June 2019)
Home and Contents Insurance is issued by Westpac General Insurance Limited ABN 99 003 719 319 (except workers compensation cover where applicable). BankSA – a Division of Westpac Banking Corporation ABN 33 007 457 141 (the Bank) distributes the insurance, but does not guarantee the insurance.
This information does not take your personal objectives, circumstances or needs into account. Read the relevant PDS(s) to see if this insurance is right for you.