As communities across Queensland and Victoria continue to reel from the devastating floods and bushfires, our thoughts are firmly with the business owners, primary producers, and farmers whose livelihoods have been disrupted. Recovering from natural disasters is never simple — beyond the emotional toll, the financial and operational impacts can be overwhelming. Fortunately, a number of state and federal grant programs are now available (or soon to open) to help affected businesses begin rebuilding.
Below is an overview of the current and upcoming support across Queensland and Victoria.
QUEENSLAND
The Queensland and Australian Governments have jointly announced $38 million in disaster recovery funding for flood‑affected north‑west communities.
CURRENT SUPPORT
Primary Producer Recovery Grants – Up to $75,000
Available to farmers in Carpentaria, Cloncurry, Croydon, Flinders, McKinlay, Richmond and Winton Shires, these grants support clean‑up, repair, and the reinstatement of essential operations.
Emergency Fodder Support – Additional $5 million
An expansion of the fodder support program to keep livestock fed during recovery, ensuring farm operations can continue despite supply disruptions.
Find out more about Queensland disaster relief support here
VICTORIA:
In response to the January 2026 bushfires, the Victorian and Australian Governments have committed nearly $100 million in recovery assistance for communities, farmers, and local councils.
CURRENT & UPCOMING SUPPORT
Primary Producer Grants – Up to $75,000
These grants will assist farmers with clean‑up costs, replacing tools and equipment, covering wages for recovery labour, and disposing of debris and deceased livestock. Applications will open once program guidelines are finalised.
Council Support Fund – Up to $750,000 per council
Funding for bushfire‑impacted councils to restore damaged public facilities such as sporting grounds, playgrounds, community centres, and other essential community infrastructure.
Look Over the Farm Gate Grants – Up to $5,000
Opening Friday 16 January, these grants support community‑led wellbeing events to help farming communities recover socially and emotionally after the fires.
Find out more about Victoria disaster relief support here
How Avant Group Can Help
At Avant Group, we recognise how challenging disaster recovery can be — especially when you’re trying to navigate complex grant programs while simultaneously rebuilding your operations. Our team can assist with:
- Identifying available grant opportunities
- Eligibility assessments
- Full grant application development
- Ongoing management and reporting for funded projects
We also allocate a small probono support budget specifically to assist Queensland and Victorian disaster affected businesses experiencing financial distress.
If your business has been impacted, please reach out. We’re here to support you through recovery and help you access the funding needed to rebuild with confidence.
Book in for a free QLD/VIC disaster relief and support grants eligibility check with our team.