QRA disaster Reconstruction Monitoring moves west

Following this year’s record-breaking flood event in the outback, the Queensland Reconstruction Authority (QRA) will travel west to conduct follow-up property damage assessments.

Between 8-12 September, QRA officers will doorknock around 160 flood impacted homes and businesses across the local government areas of Barcoo, Bulloo, Paroo and Quilpie.

This includes the towns of Adavale, Eulo, Hungerford, Jundah, Stonehenge, Thargomindah, and Yowah.

Reconstruction Monitoring is one of the main ways QRA tracks and supports reconstruction and recovery in Queensland after a major disaster event.

During assessments, officers check on the progress of building repairs, insurance claims, and the wellbeing of residents.

QRA CEO Jake Ellwood said QRA is committed to the recovery of disaster impacted communities across Queensland.

“QRA is here for the long haul, helping communities get back on their feet,” Mr Ellwood said.

“Having visited western Queensland a number of times since the floods, I understand the devastation caused, and we are determined to see the region make a full recovery.

“Regular Reconstruction Monitoring is an important part of the disaster recovery process and ensures the work we’re doing is being best directed to specific local recovery needs.”

Queensland Government Community Recovery officers will also be on the ground with the QRA to offer psychosocial support for residents in need.

Impact data for this operation comes from rapid damage assessments that were led by the Queensland Fire Department in the early aftermath of the floods.

Reconstruction Monitoring remains a cornerstone of QRA’s disaster recovery work, ensuring support is directed where it's needed most. 

To learn more about Reconstruction Monitoring in Queensland please visit the QRA website.