Changes to Pandemic Leave Disaster Payment
Pandemic Leave Disaster payment is a payment available to workers who are required to self isolate or quarantine due to COVID-19, or care for someone required to do so. Eligibility criteria may vary slightly across states and territories. #1 The following changes to the Pandemic Leave Payment have been announced by the Federal Government. The payment is now $750 for a 7-day period (which reflects current isolation and quarantine requirements). #2 A second application may be made if required to isolate or quarantine for longer