Primary producers affected by ongoing flooding in New South Wales can apply for recovery grants of up to $25,000 as part of the jointly funded Commonwealth-State Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements.
The grants are now available for eligible primary producers in the Local Government Areas that have been disaster declared from the most recent storm and flood event.
The assistance is available for the immediate clean-up and recovery costs to repair extensive damage to properties.
In Farrer, this includes Albury, Balranald, Berrigan, Carrathool, Edward River, Federation, Greater Hume, Griffith, Hay, Leeton, Murray River, Murrumbidgee & Narrandera.
A full list of eligible LGAs can be viewed on the NSW Rural Assistance Authority’s (RAA’s) Declared Natural Disasters webpage.
Primary producers are encouraged not to self-assess and should consult with their local Rural Financial Counselling Service or apply for the scheme so that the RAA can determine eligibility.
For more information, or to lodge an application, visit the NSW Rural Assistance Authority website or call 1800 678 593. If you are a farmer or a member of the community requiring an emergency response regarding livestock or animals, call 1800 814 647.
