Exceptional Disaster Assistance Recovery Grants for Small Businesses 2025-26 North Queensland Monsoon Trough, Associated Tropical Cyclone Koji and Severe Weather

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Exceptional Disaster Assistance Recovery Grants of up to $25,000 are available for affected small businesses following the North Queensland Monsoon Trough, Associated Tropical Cyclone Koji and Severe Weather commencing 24 December 2025, to support cleanup and repair/restoration of damaged assets, including damage to equipment, flooring and walls in premises and undertaking immediate recovery-related activities.​​​​​​​

Eligibility

Grants are available only to eligible local businesses located within a local government area activated for the Exceptional Disaster Assistance Recovery Grants for Small Business. Refer to the activation summary for the North Queensland Monsoon Trough, Associated Tropical Cyclone Koji and Severe Weather commencing 24 December 2025

Funding acknowledgement

The package is jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland Governments to support Queensland communities in their recovery from  North Queensland Monsoon Trough, Associated Tropical Cyclone Koji and Severe Weather commencing 24 December 2025. 

Administering agency

Queensland Rural and Industry Development Authority (QRIDA)  

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Media Statements

 

QRA Reference DOC/26/4595
Last updated 30 January 2026.