Rural
13 March, 2025
Rural Aid Supporting farmers affected by Alfred
RURAL Aid is prepared to provide support for farmers in the regions affected by Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
The impact of disasters extends beyond physical damage, affecting mental wellbeing.
Rural Aid reminds farmers and primary producers to prioritise their mental health during this time.
Stress can build before, during, and after such events, and seeking support early is crucial.
Rural Aid offers free, confidential counselling services to assist primary producers during this challenging period.
Rural Aid’s dedicated counselling support line is staffed by trained professionals from Monday to Friday, 9am–4pm AEDT.
Disaster Assistance from Rural Aid
Rural Aid offers comprehensive support to assist farmers in navigating this challenging time.
Rural Aid provides practical advice and long-term recovery assistance, including hay and domestic water deliveries, financial support, and help with rebuilding efforts.
Fodder
In the aftermath of the cyclone, many farmers may face challenges in accessing feed for their livestock.
While Rural Aid will coordinate fodder deliveries to support farmers in need as soon as possible, it is important that farmers take immediate action to ensure they receive the help they require.
In addition to registering with Rural Aid, we encourage all affected farmers to reach out to the Department of Primary Industries (DPI) or the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (DAF) as soon as possible for immediate support.
These agencies are key points of contact during this initial phase and can assist with immediate needs.
Additionally, it’s crucial for farmers to complete the relevant disaster surveys.
This will help identify the most affected areas and support the process for declaring disaster zones in the states.
Here are the links to the necessary surveys:
Queensland DPI Agriculture Disaster Impact Survey
https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/a65512900348401a812e57d743e4c104
By registering and completing these surveys, you will help ensure the necessary support is directed to the areas that need it most.
Rural Aid is here to assist, but your early action is vital to accessing all available resources.
