Personal Hardship Assistance is being made available to Lockhart River and Napranum residents following the damaging impacts of Tropical Cyclone Narelle.
Affected households can apply for emergency payments of $180 for individuals, up to $900 for a family of five or more to cover the costs of essentials like food, clothing and medicine.
Not-for-profit organisations in Lockhart River and Napranum hit by the cyclone and flooding can also access disaster loans up to $100,000 for recovery and operational needs like repairs, restocking and paying wages.
All councils across the Cape are already receiving DRFA support for their counter disaster activities and can recoup the costs of emergency road repairs and the reconstruction of essential assets.
Federal Minister for Emergency Management, Kristy McBain said the government was committed to helping Far North Queenslanders following Tropical Cyclone Narelle.
“We’re making sure these communities have the support they need for recovery in the aftermath of Narelle,” Minister McBain said.
“Impacted councils have access to funding for urgent clean-up activities and repairs, and now damage assessments have been carried out we’re getting the necessary financial assistance to residents as well.
Queensland Minister for Disaster Recovery Ann Leahy said strong preparations positioned Cape York communities for a smooth recovery.
“I want to thank every resident in Far North Queensland for staying alert to our cyclone warnings, preparing early and taking the steps needed to keep themselves and their families safe during the system,” Minister Leahy said
“Our focus is now on recovery for our Cape communities, and we’re working closely with local councils to make sure support reaches those who need it most.”
