Environmental conditions and effects are not selective in who it affects and drought is one such phenomenon.
With the little rain we have had, it will be some time before farmers feel any real relief.
As the drought continues to bite into New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia and East Gippsland, members of the Australian Wagyu Association are encouraged to call Finance Officer, Meaghan Smith or CEO Matt McDonagh on 02 6773 3138 to discuss account payment options if you are facing difficulties.
To seek assistance from National and State agricultural resources the following organisations are offering help:
National:
- Farm Household Allowance: Department of Human Services – 13 23 16
- Farm Management Deposits: Australian Taxation Office – 13 28 66
- Rural Financial Counselling Service – 1800 686 175
- Lifeline Australia – 13 11 14
- beyondblue – 1300 22 4636
- Buy a Bale and Rural Aid– 1300 327 624
New South Wales and ACT
- DPI NSW Drought Hub – 1800 678 593
- DPI Rural Assistance Authority – 1800 678 593
- ACT Drought assistance – 02 6205 2914 or 02 6205 2913
Queensland
- DAF – Drought – 13 25 23
- Qld Rural and Industry Development – Drought Assistance – 1800 623 946
South Australia
- PIR SA Seasonal hardship – 1800 255 556
Victoria
- Agriculture Victoria – 13 61 86