Queensland Reconstruction Authority

Another $269 million is going towards north Queensland's flood recovery 💧 QRA has worked closely with affected councils and our federal counterparts at the National Emergency Management Agency to develop support packages that will not only help the region bounce back now but will grow their resilience for the future. This includes a $205 million Betterment package to strengthen the Bruce Highway and other key state-owned connection roads and assets like Ollera Creek Bridge. The assistance is being provided through the joint Commonwealth-state Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA). Footage sourced from: 📸 Jack Tran, Office of the Governor 📸 Queensland Fire Department #NorthQueensland #DisasterRelief #Floods

Grants up to $25,000 are now available for cyclone affected small businesses, primary producers and not-for-profits in south-east Queensland 🤲 The assistance will help impacted Queenslanders move forward in their recovery, with the following LGAs activated: 📍 Brisbane, Bundaberg, Fraser Coast, Gold Coast, Gympie, Ipswich, Lockyer Valley, Logan, Moreton Bay, Noosa, Redland, Scenic Rim, Somerset, Southern Downs, Sunshine Coast, and Toowoomba. This grants package is funded by the Australian and Queensland Governments under the joint Commonwealth-state Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA). For eligibility and to apply visit www.qrida.qld.gov.au or call 1800 623 946. #CycloneAlfred #Floods #SmallBusiness National Emergency Management Agency Queensland Rural and Industry Development Authority

Farmers are facing record-breaking floods in western Queensland 🐄 That’s why a $5 million Emergency Fodder Support Package is now available to help primary producers sustain livestock and mitigate the impacts of flooding and loss of pasture. Farmers needing this support can contact their relevant local council to discuss arrangements for distribution 📞 Activated local government areas: Barcoo, Boulia, Bulloo, Diamantina, Longreach, Murweh, Paroo, Quilpie, and Winton. We will continue to work together with impacted councils to provide all the support needed for response and long-term recovery 🤲 This emergency package is jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland Governments under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA). 📸 Department of Primary Industries (Queensland) #WesternQueensland #Floods #Farmers National Emergency Management Agency

Queensland has been hit hard this disaster season, with western Queensland the latest region to experience record-breaking flooding ⛈️ We've been working hand-in-hand with affected councils to deliver prompt support and ensure a thorough recovery. 🤲 11 impacted councils can access funds for their response, clean-up and recovery.  🧑 Affected residents in  Barcoo, Bulloo, Longreach, Paroo, Quilpie and Winton may be eligible for emergency financial assistance via qld.gov.au/disasterhelp or by calling the Community Recovery Hotline on 1800 173 349. 🤝 Disaster loans up to $250,000 are available for primary producers, small businesses and not-for-profits in nine LGAs via qrida.qld.gov.au. 🧑🌾 Freight subsidies up to $5,000 are available for eligible primary producers via daf.qld.gov.au. Provided through joint Commonwealth-state Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA), this support will help western Queensland overcome this severe weather event. #DisasterRelief #Storms #Flood #QLDWeather National Emergency Management Agency

North Queensland farmers can now access disaster funding to replant crops 🌾 Grants up to $75,000 can be used for replanting, fertiliser and other activities to re-establish destroyed crops from recent floods. More information available at qrida.qld.gov.au #NorthQueensland #DisasterRecovery

Waters rising out at Winton 🎥 QRA is closely monitoring the flooding situation in western Queensland and is ready to support recovery 💧 📍 Our regional liaison officers are engaged with councils in warning and watch zones.  👮 We're supporting the State Disaster Coordination Centre, working with government agencies and emergency services on a swift response.  ⚠️ Our Disaster Recovery Coordination Hub is at alert with a dedicated team positioned ready to ensure the smooth management of recovery operations.  🤲 We are prepared to activate all necessary financial assistance through the joint Commonwealth-state Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA). Visit getready.qld.gov.au for disaster preparedness advice.   #GetReadyQueensland #WesternQueensland #Flooding Winton Shire Council

Keeping an eye on severe weather out west ⛈️ Our regional liaison officers are working closely with Diamantina, Boulia and Quilpie Councils to monitor recent rainfall and rising water levels. While the situation is still evolving, we are ready to activate all necessary financial assistance through the joint Commonwealth-state Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA). 📍 Vaughan Johnson Lookout #WestQueensland #Floods #Rainfall

In the wake of Cyclone Alfred, community spirit is standing strong 🤝   QRA CEO Jake Ellwood saw this firsthand in Lockyer Valley, joined by the Governor-General of Australia and the Governor of Queensland. At the Local Disaster Coordination Centre in Gatton they connected with response and recovery leaders from across the region and all levels of government. We're working together to not just rebuild but to come back stronger 💪 📸 Governor-General of Australia #CycloneAlfred #DisasterRecovery Lockyer Valley Regional Council

To embed greater disability inclusion and awareness into local disaster management practices, Southern Downs Regional Council introduced a Higher-Risk Sub-Group within its Local Disaster Management Group 👐 Since 2022 the sub-group has been a valued voice in council's LDMG, co-chaired by a community member living with a disability and featuring representatives from disability service providers, community groups, and disaster sector agencies. Working closely with local police, Indigenous health service providers, young people, and the NDIS, the sub-group has become a template for inclusion at district and state disaster management group levels, improving outcomes for the region’s most vulnerable. The success of Southern Downs Council's Higher-Risk Sub-Group was celebrated during the 2024 Queensland Resilient Australia Awards, with council receiving a Highly Commended award in the Local Government category 🏅 The Queensland RAAs are an initiative of the Australian Institute for Disaster Resilience, in partnership with Get Ready Queensland and Suncorp Group. #DisasterPreparedness #GetReadyQueensland #RAA25

Boots on the ground up north driving flood recovery 💧 Our team is working hand-in-hand with hard-hit communities to make sure they have all the support they need for immediate and long-term recovery. Over the past week our north Queensland State Recovery Coordinator Andrew Cripps QLD has met with local councils, farmers and residents to hear their stories, understand their challenges, and discuss how we can work together to build a more resilient future. The strength and resilience of north Queenslanders is unmatched and we’re proud to stand alongside them as we help the region rebuild stronger than ever 💪 #NorthQueensland #Floods