SMALL businesses impacted by flooding in North Queensland may be eligible for disaster relief funding.
Minister for Small Business Shannon Fentiman today announced that Category B assistance had been activated for the Hinchinbrook Shire Council, the Cassowary Coast Regional Council and Cairns Regional Council which were lashed by wild weather last month.
“North Queensland saw significant rainfall from the two recent weather systems that has impacted on small business,” Ms Fentiman said.
“To help the businesses that have been affected, we have activated Category B assistance under the joint Queensland and Australian Government’s Natural Disaster Relief and Recovery Arrangements (NDRRA).”
“Our response to Queenslanders and small business owners are a top priority for the Palaszczuk Government and I encourage small business owners affected by recent weather in North Queensland to reach out for assistance.”
Concessional loans of up to $250,000 and essential working capital loans of up to $100,000 will be made available.
“We will be working closely with councils and chambers of Commerce to monitor the situation to and advise if further additions to Category B activation are required,” Ms Fentiman said.
For more information or to apply visit www.qrida.qld.gov.au or 1800 623 946.
