Rural Aid Ready to Help Kimberley Farmers Impacted by Cyclone Hayley
Leading rural charity Rural Aid is encouraging farmers in the Kimberley region of Western Australia to register for support as Cyclone Hayley approaches the region, with damaging winds and heavy rainfall forecast to impact farms and communities. Many producers are now preparing their properties and livestock while bracing for potential impacts to crops, fencing, sheds, and other essential infrastructure.
With volatile conditions expected and the cyclone forecast to make landfall later today, Rural Aid is urging all primary producers to ensure they are registered so assistance can be delivered quickly and efficiently if required.
The charity is also calling on the broader community to support farmers who may be affected. Donations made through the Rural Aid website help ensure producers can access relief quickly, begin recovery efforts, and maintain Australia’s food and fibre supply.
Rural Aid Chief Executive Officer John Warlters said being prepared ahead of the cyclone is critical.
“Cyclone Hayley is expected to be fast-moving and potentially destructive,” Mr Warlters said. “Being registered with Rural Aid ensures we can contact farmers quickly and provide the right support at the right time. Registration only takes a few minutes and gives our team the information needed to respond promptly should a farmer be impacted.”
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 support through the Farm Army program to assist with on-ground recovery tasks
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