See below some links from BIEDO to support farmers facing this debilitating drought.
BIEDO’s easy reference guide can also be found here.
Contact DAF for to discuss EWIR and Dam Desilting Rebate – 4182 1800
Emergency Water Infrastructure Rebate (EWIR)
DAF provides a very comprehensive list of drought relief measures through DRAS.
Drought Relief from Electricity Charges Scheme
Ergon Energy customers that are drought-declared can apply for a waiver of supply charges and/or a deferral of payment of electricity accounts relating to farm usage by contacting Ergon Energy on 13 10 46.
Register with Buy-a-Bale (Rural Aid) and you can apply to receive a once off $1500 from Rural Aid towards bill payment.
Salvation Army – register for notification when applications open for this latest funding