QRIDA Disaster Assistance – What may be available to producers during disaster recovery

Producers across Queensland that have been affected by this year’s disasters are encouraged to listen to Sheree Finney in this BeefConnect webinar recording. Sheree unpacks the Queensland Rural and Industry Development Authority’s (QRIDA) Exceptional Disaster Assistance Recovery Grant and what it could mean for you or your primary production business*.

Sheree clearly explains:

• eligibility
• funding amounts available
• what the funding can be used for
• the application process so you can apply with confidence.

(* Information correct as of 24 February 2026)

Please note: The information contained within this webinar recording is general advice only and you are recommended to contact QRIDA (see below) to directly discuss your own personal situation. Accordingly, the recording does not contain the Q&A session.

You can watch the full recording or use the playlist below to jump to the start of a particular section within the presentation. (22:46; published 26 February 2026 by FutureBeefAu).

Download a copy of the presentation – QRIDA Disaster Recovery Assistance (PDF; 0.5KB)

Additional resources:

QRIDA contact details:

• Phone: 1800 623 946
• Website: qrida.qld.gov.au
• Email: contact_us@qrida.qld.gov.au

Full recording

Playlist

1. Disaster recovery assistance
2. About QRIDA
3. Programs administered by QRIDA
4. Exceptional Disaster Assistance Recovery Grants
5. Exceptional Disaster Assistance Recovery Grants (Eligible activities)
6. Disaster Assistance Loans
7. Disaster Assistance (Essential Working Capital) Loans
8. The activated local government areas
9. Tips to help you apply for disaster recovery grants
10. Ask us for help to apply for QRIDA disaster assistance
11. QRIDA contact details and QRIDAConnect (We’re here to help)