Disaster Assistance Recovery Grants: Tropical Cyclone Jasper

Purpose and Program Overview

The Extraordinary Disaster Assistance Recovery Grants were for primary producers affected by Tropical Cyclone Jasper. The grants intended to help with the costs of clean-up and reinstatement. This included repairing infrastructure and replacing damaged assets.

The program’s objective was to assist primary producers in their recovery. It aimed to help them resume operations as quickly as possible. The Australian and Queensland Governments jointly funded the grants.

The broader role of the grant was to support the agricultural sector in the affected regions. It was part of a larger disaster recovery funding arrangement. The program provided financial relief to help with the direct impact of the natural disaster.

Key Grant Details

• Grant amount or funding range: Up to $75,000.
• Application open and close dates: The application period for this specific grant closed on 30 June 2025.
• Eligible industries or business types: Primary producers.
• Required co-contributions: No co-contribution was needed.
• Location/state/territory applicability: The grant was for primary producers in specific local government areas of Queensland. These included Cairns Regional Council and Douglas Shire Council.

Priority Sectors

The grant was specifically for the primary production sector.

Funding Scope

• Minimum and maximum amounts per stream: The maximum grant amount was $75,000. It could be accessed in two stages: an initial claim of up to $10,000 and a subsequent claim of up to $65,000.
• Categories or streams of funding: Funding was for clean-up and reinstatement activities.
• Project timeline or eligible funding duration: This was a one-off grant. It was for recovery from Tropical Cyclone Jasper, which occurred in December 2023.

Grant Amount in Total

The total funding pool for this specific grant was not stated.

Eligibility Criteria

• Business structure or size: The grant was for primary producers.
• Registered business location: The primary production enterprise had to be located in a declared disaster area.
• Insurance or compliance obligations: The business had to be a primary producer who suffered direct damage from Tropical Cyclone Jasper. An active ABN was required.
• ABN/GST status: An active ABN is needed

Eligible Activities and Expenses

The grant supported recovery and reinstatement costs. Eligible activities and expenses included:

• Hiring equipment and materials for clean-up.
• Removing debris and damaged goods.
• Repairing buildings and equipment.
• Replacing fencing and essential stock.

Assessment Process

This was an entitlement-based grant. Applications were assessed to ensure the applicant met all the eligibility requirements and could provide evidence of damage.

Recent Program Updates

The application period for this grant is now closed. Similar recovery grants are now available for other disaster events.

Application Tips

• The application period for this specific grant has closed.
• You should check for other disaster recovery grants.
• These grants often have particular eligibility criteria.
• Prepare evidence of direct damage and costs for any new applications.

Where to Get Help

Consider consulting with a professional grant specialist like Pattens Group. We offer initial assessments to review your business’s eligibility and evaluate how well your project aligns with the grant’s objectives. You can also visit relevant government websites for application templates and further guidance.