Primary producers across the Burnett Mary region are continuing the important work of recovery following recent flood impacts. Alongside clean-up and repair, timely reporting and accessing the right support services can make a measurable difference to how quickly businesses, landscapes, and communities recover.
The Queensland Department of Primary Industries has released updated guidance outlining the steps agribusinesses can take to assess impacts, protect livestock, and access financial and recovery assistance. These actions not only support individual enterprises but also strengthen the resilience of the region’s agricultural systems and natural resources.
Reporting impacts helps activate recovery support
Primary producers are encouraged to complete the disaster impact survey as soon as it is safe to do so. The survey helps government agencies understand the scale of damage to crops, livestock, infrastructure, and waterways, and informs decisions about activating recovery assistance packages.
Importantly, the survey is not an application for funding, but the information provided can be used as supporting evidence if assistance programs are announced. Early reporting helps ensure support is targeted where it is needed most and delivered as quickly as possible.
Supporting animal welfare, land and infrastructure
Flood events can have ongoing impacts on animal health, pasture condition, machinery, fencing, and water infrastructure. Producers are encouraged to:
- Monitor livestock health and manage disease risks
- Safely dispose of animal carcasses
- Assess crops, pasture and soil condition
- Inspect and repair damaged machinery and water systems
- Manage invasive plants and pests following flood disturbance
Taking a planned, step-by-step approach to recovery helps reduce long-term losses and supports the sustainable management of land and waterways across the region.
Financial and wellbeing support is available
Recovery is not only physical — it can also place pressure on finances and mental wellbeing. Free and confidential support is available through the Rural Financial Counselling Service, and Industry Recovery and Resilience Officers can assist producers to develop recovery plans, access grants or loans, and connect with wellbeing services.
These programs are jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland Governments under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements and are designed to support both immediate recovery and long-term resilience.
Working together for regional recovery
Strong recovery outcomes rely on collaboration between landholders, industry, government, and regional organisations. By sharing information early and accessing available support, producers help build a clearer picture of impacts across the catchment — enabling more effective investment in recovery, landscape repair, and future resilience.
BMRG will continue working with landholders, community partners, and government agencies to support practical, science-based recovery that protects productivity while strengthening the health of our waterways, soils, and ecosystems.
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