April 16, 2018
Primary producers in the North Burnett Regional Council area who suffered direct damage from severe weather last October have until July 20 to apply for a State Government exceptional circumstances grant.
Natural Disaster Recovery Grants are available for farmers affected by the severe weather from October 16-19 to assist with the costs of clean-up and reinstatement.
A maximum of $25,000 is available to aid eligible primary producers, including initial grants up to $5000 and subsequent grants to a total of $20,000.
Examples of eligible activities include:
- Purchasing, hiring or leasing equipment or materials to clean premises, property or equipment.
- Removing and disposing of debris, damaged goods, materials including injured or dead livestock
- Repairing or replacing fencing
- Purchasing fodder or salvaging crops or feed for stock
- Repairing or reconditioning essential plant or equipment
- Maintaining the health of livestock or poultry
- Paying additional wages to an employee to assist with clean-up work
For more information and to download an application form, visit the QRIDA website
