Joint media release with the Hon Tony Perrett MP, the Hon Ann Leahy MP and the Hon Dale Last MP
Financial assistance is still available to primary producers impacted by the extensive flooding between March and May last year across Western Queensland.
Graziers affected by the devastating 2025 floods are being encouraged to act now, with applications for Exceptional Disaster Assistance Recovery Grants closing on 2 October 2026.
The grants are jointly funded by the Albanese and Crisafulli governments through the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA).
The grants provide up to $75,000 to help eligible producers recover from the impacts of flooding that occurred between 21 March and 19 May 2025.
Funding can assist with a range of recovery activities, including replacing livestock, repairing infrastructure and purchasing equipment and materials.
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Quotes attributable to Federal Minister for Emergency Management Kristy McBain
“The Albanese Government is committed to supporting Queensland communities and primary producers through recovery.
“The impacts of these floods were significant, with many producers still rebuilding their properties and businesses.
“These recovery grants provide practical assistance to help eligible graziers replace livestock, repair infrastructure and restore operations as they continue their recovery journey.
“We have and always will stand behind Queenslanders when disaster strikes, helping communities recover and build resilience.”
Quotes attributable to Queensland Minister for Primary Industries Tony Perrett
“Producers who had not yet applied or had additional expenditure to claim should not leave their applications until the last minute.
“Many producers are still working through the long recovery from these floods, and this assistance can make a real difference to getting businesses back on track.
“These grants are helping producers repair damage, replace what was lost and continue rebuilding after one of Western Queensland’s most significant flood events.”
Quotes attributable to Queensland Minister for Disaster Recovery Ann Leahy
“Recovery is a long-term process, and the Queensland Government would continue working alongside affected communities to ensure they have the support they need every step of the way.
“This disaster funding is critical to the recovery of our regional Queensland communities.
“We will always support our primary producers and communities through disaster recovery because Queenslanders should never be worse off after a disaster.”
Quotes attributable to Queensland Minister for Regional and Rural Development Dale Last
“The support was delivering critical breathing room for communities that have endured relentless severe weather.
“Queensland’s producers are resilient, but recovering from an event of this scale takes time and comes at a significant cost.
“These grants are providing practical support to help eligible producers repair their properties, replace essential equipment and livestock, and get on with the job of rebuilding their businesses.
“Producers who are eligible for assistance should make sure they get their applications in before the 2 October deadline.”
Primary producers are encouraged to check their eligibility and apply through the Queensland Rural and Industry Development Authority (QRIDA) website, by phone or in person.
Additional support is also available through the Department of Primary Industries’ Industry Recovery and Resilience Officers (IRROs), who provide specialised medium and long-term recovery assistance to primary producers.
For information about recovery assistance and eligibility, visit the QRIDA website.
To connect with an Industry Recovery and Resilience Officer or for further support, visit the Department of Primary Industries website.
