Bupa announces customer fire relief package and a $130,000 donation
Bupa has today announced a disaster relief package to customers impacted by the devastating fires in Victoria and a $130,000 donation for community support.
Eligible Bupa health insurance customers can apply to have their premium fees waived for up to three months while still being able to make full use of their health insurance policy during this time.
Through the Bupa Foundation, $100,000 has been donated to the Australian Red Cross' Emergency Fund to help support frontline efforts, recovery and support and a further $30,000 will be donated to the Salvation Army to assist with their on-the-ground efforts for impacted communities.
Bupa Health Insurance Managing Director Kate Williams said we all had a role to play in supporting those directly impacted by the fires and the surrounding communities.
“Our thoughts are with the people, our customers and those communities affected by the Victorian bushfires, especially those who have lost loved ones, homes, businesses and whose lives have been changed in unimaginable ways,” she said.
“We want our customers to know we are here to support them, and we hope this financial assistance will help take some of their stress away as they begin the difficult recovery and rebuilding process.
“We also want to thank the emergency services for their tireless work, and to all the communities who have rallied together to help and care for each other.”
To be eligible for the Victorian relief fire package, customers must have been a domestic Bupa member on January 6, 2026 and be able to provide us with evidence they have received or can provide confirmation that they will receive Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment issued from the Department of Human Services.
Customers can apply for the bushfire relief package until July 6, 2026 and are encouraged to phone Bupa on 134 135 or email BupaBushfireRelief@bupa.com.au
