Funding available following floods in south-west Queensland

Disaster assistance is now available in three local government areas after intense rainfall and severe flooding throughout south-west Queensland in recent weeks.

Assistance to repair roads and other infrastructure is being provided through the jointly funded Commonwealth-State Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA) in the LGAs of Murweh, Paroo and Quilpie.

The assistance provides support for counter disaster operations and the restoration of essential public assets.

2022 has seen south-west Queensland’s wettest winter in six years with some areas experiencing more than 75mm of rain falling on already sodden catchments.

The rain has flowed straight into local river systems, causing widespread flooding, damaging roads and isolating communities.

The activation of the DRFA will ensure funding to undergo repairs is accessible and used by local governments when the floodwaters recede.

This heavy downpour and flooding is a reminder of what could be in store as Queensland holds its breath at the thought of a third La Niña summer in a row.

The Australian and Queensland governments continue to work closely to support ongoing recovery efforts and identify where further assistance can be provided to ensure all of those affected have the best possible support.