Disaster Assistance (Essential Working Capital) Loans - Primary Producer QLD

About this grant

Disaster Assistance (Essential Working Capital) Loans Primary Producer provide low-interest loans to primary producers who have suffered a significant loss of income as a result of an eligible disaster.

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

• Queensland primary producers impacted by an eligible disaster.
• Be a primary producer in queensland
• Have been carrying on primary production enterprise in the 'defined disaster area' before the eligible disaster occurred
• Have suffered a significant loss of income as a result of the eligible disaster
• Provide adequate security for the loan
• Be able to demonstrate the ongoing viability of the primary production enterprise
• Continue to carry on the primary production enterprise in the defined disaster area
• Have taken reasonable precautions to avoid loss or damage from a disaster, for example, have adequate insurance
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What the funding covers

• Low-interest loans up to $100K.

How to apply

1. 1Confirm readiness: Ensure you meet criteria (e.g., ABN, turnover limits, GST registration), align project objectives with grant goals, and estimate time for evidence gathering and writing.
2. 2Gather evidence: Collect documents like financials, business plans, market research, project budgets, resumes, risk analysis, and support letters to prove capability and impact.
3. 3Register/log in: Obtain an Australian Business Number (ABN) if needed, sign into the relevant portal (e.g., Business Grants Hub portal), and note any prerequisites like advisory service reports.
4. 4Prepare and write application: Address all selection criteria clearly (project details, government alignment, costs, outcomes, benefits); keep concise, factual, and compelling; validate for completeness.
5. 5Review, approve, and submit: Proofread, get stakeholder sign-off, submit online via the portal before deadline (no late entries); expect eligibility check, merit assessment, and outcome notification.
6. 6Visit https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/disaster-assistance-essential-working-capital-loans-primary-producer-qld for application details

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