WFI Insurance forges partnership with Rural Aid
WFI Insurance today announced it has forged a partnership with Rural Aid, one of Australia’s leading independent rural charities committed to safeguarding farming and rural communities before, during and after disasters.
The partnership builds on a relationship formed earlier this year when WFI donated $250,000 to Rural Aid to bolster its critical relief efforts for farmers impacted by catastrophic flooding in Western Queensland. The event decimated farms, homes and rural communities, and caused the loss of more than 150,000 livestock.
WFI Insurance Executive General Manager Damien Gallagher said, “Having seen first-hand the meaningful difference Rural Aid made to communities across Western Queensland, we are delighted to now establish a formal partnership to support their ongoing work. Our organisations share the same values and an aligned purpose – to make your world a safer place.”
WFI’s network of more than 100 authorised representatives and sales representatives, live and work within rural and regional Australia, supporting agricultural communities and helping farmers protect the things that matter most.
Through the impacts of a changing climate, Australia continues to see increases in the severity and frequency of extreme weather events, with new regions anticipated to be impacted by natural disasters in the future.
“On-ground disaster response partners such as Rural Aid play an increasingly important role in helping rural communities recover. It’s essential they remain well supported, with their network of resources and volunteers fundamental in helping farmers get back on their feet,” Mr Gallagher added.
Over the past year, Rural Aid has provided more than $6m in support to Australian farmers, with services spanning financial assistance, counselling, fodder provision, water supplies, and thousands of volunteer hours to rebuild fencing and complete other repairs.
Rural Aid CEO John Warlters said, “We are grateful for the support from WFI Insurance, which will help advance our mission to provide economic and empathetic assistance to rural communities impacted by natural disasters.
“We know the terrible hardship that rural communities face in the wake of these disasters, the scale and devastation can be overwhelming. It’s only through the generous support of partners and donors such as WFI, that we can make such a positive impact.”
Rural Aid celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2025. and during a decade characterised by disasters, has raised and distributed more than $125 million in support of farmers, their families and communities.
To find out more about Rural Aid or for farmers wanting to access support, please see: Home – Rural Aid – Supporting Rural Communities.
About Rural Aid:
Rural Aid is Australia’s leading rural charity, committed to supporting farmers and rural communities through good times and tough. Since 2015, Rural Aid has been a vital lifeline in times of hardship, delivering practical assistance such as mental health counselling, hay, drinking water, and community connection initiatives. Now celebrating 10 years of service, the organisation continues to stand shoulder to shoulder with rural Australians, helping them overcome hardship, build resilience, and create stronger, more sustainable futures.
For more information visit www.ruralaid.org.au
About WFI
WFI has been insuring Australians since 1919. It is a leading rural and business insurer with more than 150 local area managers situated across Australia. For more than 100 years, WFI has been there for its clients, providing support and assistance when they’ve needed it the most.
For more information visit www.wfi.com.au
For media inquiries, please contact:
Daniel Brown
Media and Communications Officer
0447 116 757
daniel.brown@ruralaid.org.au
David Park
WFI Insurance
0429 595 788
david.park@iag.com.au