Rural Aid Ready to Support North West Queensland Farmers as Flooding Worsens
Leading rural charity Rural Aid is urging farmers across Northern and Western Queensland to register for assistance with flooding impacting large areas and heavy rainfall forecast over the coming days.
With the Bureau of Meteorology warning of continued heavy rainfall and major flood risks across parts of Northern and Western Queensland, producers are already experiencing impacts to crops, livestock and critical farm infrastructure. Further rainfall is expected to exacerbate flooding, increasing the risk to fencing, sheds, access roads and stock feed supplies.
Rural Aid is encouraging affected farmers to register as soon as possible so support can be delivered quickly and efficiently as conditions evolve.
The charity is also calling on the wider community to support farmers during this unfolding weather event. Donations made through the Rural Aid website help ensure producers can access relief promptly, protect their livelihoods, and safeguard Australia’s food and fibre supply.
Rural Aid Chief Executive Officer John Warlters said early engagement is vital as the situation worsens.
“Flooding across North West Queensland is already impacting farming communities, and forecasts indicate conditions may deteriorate further,” Mr Warlters said.
“By registering with Rural Aid now, farmers enable us to respond faster and more effectively. Even if assistance is not immediately required, having details on hand allows our team to act quickly when support is needed most.”
Rural Aid provides a wide 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 if access to feed becomes limited
- Water deliveries for drinking and household needs
- Volunteer assistance through the Farm Army program to help with recovery efforts when it is safe to do so
Farmers impacted by flooding are encouraged to register with Rural Aid at faa.ruralaid.org.au or by calling 1300 327 624 to ensure support can be accessed during this critical time.
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