Emergency flood relief for QLD, NSW and WA
Wednesday 05 January 2011Updated: 14 January 2011
Update
Small business owners and primary producers can now access a comprehensive list of state and federal emergency relief and assistance programs.
To view the list, visit business.gov.au/Recovery
With flooding in parts of Queensland, New South Wales and Western Australia creating severe hardship for affected businesses, help is available through a number of grants and assistance programs.
Queensland
If your QLD business has been affected, visit the QLD Rural Adjustment Authority (QRAA) website for information on grants and subsidies that are now available. For more information on these programs, or to see if your business is eligible, call QRAA on 1800 623 946.
The Tax Office is also allowing flood victims in QLD to defer their tax payments and have refunds fast-tracked in addition to other services being made available. To find out more about these services, visit the Tax Office website or call their dedicated emergency support info line on 1800 806 218.
New South Wales
Small businesses and primary producers from NSW impacted by flood waters can apply for loans and transport subsidies through the Rural Assistance Authority's Natural Disaster Relief Schemes. You can call the Authority for further information on 1800 678 593.
Western Australia
If you're an affected small businesses or primary producer in WA, help is available through an Interest Rate Subsidy (IRS) administered by the Fire & Emergency Services Authority (FESA). To apply, visit the Western Australia Natural Disaster Relief and Recovery Arrangements (WANDRRA) website. For further information, call FESA on (08) 9323 9552.
National Assistance
In addition to state initiatives, the Disaster Assist website provides information on the Natural Disaster Relief and Recovery Arrangements (NDRRA) and the Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment (AGDRP) for eligible people in disaster-declared areas of Qld, NSW, VIC, SA and WA.
Donations
The Queensland Government has launched an appeal to help Queenslanders affected by the recent floods. You can show your support for those who have lost everything by donating to the Premier's Flood Relief Appeal.
As all funds collected will be managed by The Australian Red Cross, this appeal has deductible gift recipient (DGR) status. All donations of $2 or more are therefore tax deductible. For more information on DGR status, visit the ABN Lookup website.
