As Floodwaters Rise Across Queensland, Rural Aid Encourages Farmers to Seek Support
Leading rural charity Rural Aid is reminding farmers across flood-affected parts of Queensland that support is available as widespread heavy rainfall and flooding continue to impact rural communities across the state.
Large areas of Queensland have recorded significant rainfall in recent weeks, with flooding and road closures affecting parts of the Wide Bay–Burnett, Central Queensland and Sunshine Coast regions, while communities further north and west continue to deal with saturated ground and rising rivers.
In the North West of Queensland, towns such as Julia Creek have already received 503 mm of rain since 1 January — more than the annual average in just over two months. For many farming families, the ongoing rain is making it difficult to access properties, move livestock and assess damage to crops, fencing, sheds and other essential infrastructure.
Rural Aid is encouraging farmers impacted by the ongoing flooding to reach out. Help is available as they manage the immediate challenges and begin the recovery process.
Rural Aid Chief Executive Officer John Warlters said the organisation is closely monitoring conditions across Queensland and is ready to assist farmers as the situation develops.
“Many farming families across Queensland are dealing with extremely wet conditions and the challenges that come with that,” Mr Warlters said.
“In many cases farmers are still waiting for water to recede before they can fully assess the impact on their properties.”
“We want farmers to know that support is available. If you’ve been impacted and need a hand, we encourage you to contact Rural Aid on 1300 327 624 or visit ruralaid.org.au.”
Rural Aid offers a range of free services for farmers, including:
- Financial assistance for urgent or unexpected expenses
- Professional counselling and wellbeing support for farmers and their families
- Hay deliveries for livestock during recovery periods
- Water deliveries for drinking and household needs
- Volunteer support through the Farm Army and Farm Recovery Event programs to assist with on-ground recovery tasks
Farmers seeking assistance can call 1300 327 624 or visit www.ruralaid.org.au to learn more about available support.
About Rural Aid:
Rural Aid is Australia’s leading charity supporting farmers, their families and rural communities. Across the country, we provide practical, timely and meaningful assistance through a team of passionate, committed professionals who understand the unique pressures of rural life.
For media inquiries, please contact:
Daniel Brown
Media and Communications Officer
0447 116 757
daniel.brown@ruralaid.org.au