Federal Government drought support measures will deliver $709 million in much needed economic aid for farm dependent communities as they brace for another hot summer, as announced yesterday.
AgForce General President Georgie Somerset said that regional Queensland would welcome any and all assistance available from all levels of Government as the drought showed no signs of easing.
“While there has been some rainfall in certain parts of Queensland recently it has been nowhere near enough to provide real relief for farmers and communities besieged by this crippling drought,” said Ms Somerset.
The package includes no-interest periods for drought loans for farmers and small businesses, support for rural schools and economic aid for the regional communities.