Australia will give $10 million in humanitarian assistance to help response efforts following Turkey’s devastating earthquake. 

The death toll from Monday’s quake has risen to more than 4300 and the number of Australians affected remains unknown.

The government will provide $7m to Turkey, of which $4m will be provided through Red Cross and Red Crescent partners to support the injured and evacuation efforts with food and items such as tents and blankets.

A further $3m will be allocated as needs become clearer.

In Syria, $3m will be administered by UNICEF to help with shelter, clean water and sanitation, with the Syrian aid to focus on women and girls. 

New Zealand will also provide $1.5m.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese conveyed Australia’s condolences, saying the nation was deeply saddened by the tragic loss of life and devastation. 

“All of the world’s thoughts and condolences are with the people in this region who are suffering at this time,” he said.

Foreign Minister Penny Wong said emergency consular assistance was available to Australians.

“We extend Australia’s deepest sympathies to families and communities that have lost loved ones and those whose lives and livelihoods have been affected,” she said.

By Dominic Giannini in Canberra