The Queensland Government has announced the Natural Disaster Recovery Grants Scheme to assist those who suffered damage caused by ex-Tropical Cyclone Debbie between March 28 and April 6, 2017.

Grants are available for small businesses, primary producers and non-profit organisations to help pay for clean-up and reinstatement. An initial grant of up to $5,000 is available with a subsequent grant of up to $25,000.

Some eligible activities for the grant include removing and disposing of debris, damaged goods and materials; replacing lost or damaged stock essential for immediately resuming trading; and purchasing, hiring or leasing equipment or materials essential to clean-up or for immediately resuming business activities by ex-Tropical Cyclone Debbie .

Grants are available from QRAA. To see if you’re eligible, go to www.qraa.qld.gov.au or phone 1800 623 946.