Rural Aid Ready to Help Fleurieu Peninsula Farmers After Bushfires
Leading rural charity Rural Aid is encouraging farmers on South Australia’s Fleurieu Peninsula to register for support as a bushfire currently burning in the region continues to threaten farms, livestock and rural communities.
As fire conditions remain volatile, many producers are already facing uncertainty and potential losses, with damage expected to crops, fencing, sheds, livestock and other critical farm infrastructure. Early registration will allow assistance to be delivered as quickly and efficiently as possible once it is safe to do so.
Rural Aid is urging all primary producers in the affected area to ensure they are registered, even if damage has not yet occurred, so support can be mobilised without delay if circumstances change.
The charity is also calling on the broader community to support farmers impacted by the bushfire. Donations made through the Rural Aid website help ensure producers can access immediate relief, rebuild their operations, and continue contributing to Australia’s food and fibre supply.
Rural Aid Chief Executive Officer John Warlters said the situation on the Fleurieu Peninsula is extremely concerning.
“This bushfire is fast-moving and unpredictable, and the impact on farming families could be significant,” Mr Warlters said.
“By registering with Rural Aid, farmers ensure we can contact them quickly and provide the right support at the right time. Registration only takes a few minutes and gives our team the information we need to respond effectively.”
Rural Aid provides a broad range of free services to registered farmers, including:
- Financial assistance for immediate 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 assistance through the Farm Army program to help with on-ground recovery tasks
Farmers affected by the ongoing drought in parts of South Australia are also encouraged to register for support. Rural Aid is ready to help with essential services, providing practical assistance when it’s needed most.
Farmers are encouraged to register with Rural Aid today at faa.ruralaid.org.au or by calling 1300 327 624 to ensure support can be delivered when it is needed most.
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 media inquiries, please contact:
Daniel Brown
Media and Communications Officer
0447 116 757
daniel.brown@ruralaid.org.au