HELP AT HAND: An emergency drought relief package will support farmers in need. Photo: Supplied
An emergency drought relief package will support farmers in need.
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"The extension of the package means more assistance for primary producers, more infrastructure to provide safe and secure water supplies, and investments aimed at stimulating the local economy," Goulburn MP Wendy Tuckerman said.
The measures for 2019/20 include:
- $185 million for on-farm Emergency Drought Relief Package support measures including transport cost rebates for fodder, stock and water and the waiving of annual land rates
- $36 million in funds to support rural and regional communities including mental health, sporting grants, money for pre-schools and skilled pathway opportunities
- $55 million in the Emergency Drought Relief Package for water infrastructure projects, emergency water carting, improving town drinking water, reducing water wastage and rebates for water licences.
Details: www.droughthub.nsw.gov.au
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