Hinchinbrook & Cassowary Coast Communities Included In Drought Resilience Push

Up to $86.7 million has been made available nationally to help strengthen drought preparedness and resilience in regional communities. Photo source: Shutterstock

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Regional communities across the Hinchinbrook and Cassowary Coast regions are set to be part of a renewed national effort to strengthen drought preparedness, following the launch of a new funding round under the Australian Government's Future Drought Fund.

Applications are now open for organisations to deliver the next phase of the Drought Resilience Hubs program, which will establish seven hubs across Australia to support farmers and rural communities.

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The refreshed program follows an independent review and aims to provide more targeted, practical support that helps producers adopt drought-resilient practices and improve long-term sustainability.

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The hubs will focus on connecting farmers with regional experts, innovations, services and research while encouraging collaboration between industry, government agencies and local communities.

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The Australian Government has committed up to $86.7 million nationally to support the hubs through to June 2032, providing certainty for long-term drought resilience initiatives.

Expected outcomes include increased adoption of drought-resilient farming practices, improved understanding of regional drought challenges and stronger links between producers and researchers.

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Applications are open until the 10^th August, with successful applicants expected to begin delivering services from 2027. Visit www.grants.gov.au for more information.

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