Scott Morrison has returned to Canberra to put the final touches on Australia’s new drought strategy, which is expected to be released within days.
The Morrison government’s new strategy is expected to put a focus on “preparedness” rather than just responding after long dry spells impact on farmers and rural communities.
The strategy is a result of a report by Major-General Stephen Day, which called for more immediate measures, better strategies for farmers to prepare for drought resilience, and an increase of support to match the severity of the drought.