The Queensland government are continuing to assess and monitor damage in North Queensland following ex-tropical Cyclone Kirrily.
Damage assessments across the impacted region are ongoing and will guide decisions on other support that may be required for communities and local councils.
“The Albanese and Miles Governments will continue to support North Queensland communities in their recovery from this latest weather event,” Minister for Emergency Management Murray Watt said.
Residents within Townsville City Council and Burdekin Shire Council can now apply for Personal Hardship Assistance grants, with $180 for individuals and up to $900 for a family of five or more, available to cover the costs of essentials as a result of loss of power requiring the disposal of spoilt food or medicines.
A range of other support measures are also available to eligible individuals to help make their home safe to live in and reconnect essential services like electricity, water and sewerage.
This assistance is jointly provided by the Albanese and Miles Governments through the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA).
McKinlay and Richmond Shire Councils have now also been activated for Councils to receive support to assist with counter disaster operations and the reconstruction of essential public assets.
The activation of immediate disaster assistance will enable these councils to cover the costs associated with preparing for, and the immediate response to the impacts of, Tropical Cyclone Kirrily.
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