News and Media

1 February 2011

Cyclone Yasi approaching North Queensland

What tenants should do as the emergency approaches:

Emergency authorities in North Queensland have advised residents to develop a response plan now.

If you plan to stay in your house, make sure that every person in your family knows what the plan is and that they know where to go should a cyclone hit.

If you are thinking about moving your family — do it early — it will be too late once the storm hits.

Residents in some areas are being urged to evacuate. DHA recommends that tenants follow the instructions of local authorities.

Information is available from the following sources:

Emergency Management Queensland (EMQ)
http://www.emergency.qld.gov.au/emq/
Cyclone action advice
Phone: 132 500

Bureau of Meteorology
http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/
Automated Telephone Message — Cyclone Advice (Watch/Warning)
QLD: 1300 659 212

Emergency services agencies
http://www.disaster.qld.gov.au/info/emergencycontacts.asp
http://www.ema.gov.au/

DHA property investors:
We understand you will be concerned about properties located in North Queensland that may be affected by Cyclone Yasi. At this time, our main priority is to ensure the safety and security of Defence families and our staff.

If your property is identified as being affected in any way, you will be contacted with details of the situation. Our staff will work with you to ensure necessary repairs are carried out in a timely manner.

Due to limited resources, we request that routine property enquiries and requests are limited at this time. Please call 139 DHA (139 342) for all other leasing related matters.

Your patience and cooperation during this time is appreciated.