On 28 July 2026 the Minister for Primary Industries announced new Queensland drought declarations and the reinstatement of Drought Carry-on Finance Loans and Emergency Drought Assistance Loans for eligible Queensland primary producers. Full details of these loans will be available once administrative arrangements are finalised. Please monitor QRIDA’s website and social media channels for more information about when these loans will open to application and how to apply.
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Regional Drought Resilience Planning Scheme
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Regional Drought Resilience Planning Scheme
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The Regional Drought Resilience Planning Scheme aims to support entities in Queensland regions to improve drought resilience by providing assistance to develop drought resilience plans, implement drought resilience activities and administer the activities.
The scheme is open to applications through Phase 1, closing 30 November 2026 and Phase 2, closing 29 June 2029.
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If you require further assistance please contact the relevant agency as below:
- If you have a question regarding your application - please contact QRIDA on 1800 623 946 or email regionaldroughtresilience@qrida.qld.gov.au
- If you have a question regarding your regional drought resilience plan or eligibility notice – please contact DPI at drought@dpi.qld.gov.au
