QRIDA Disaster Assistance (Essential Working Capital) Loans
- Delivered by:
QRIDA (Queensland Rural and Industry Development Authority)
- Purpose:
Loans are available to assist primary producers, small businesses and non-profit organisations with essential working capital for expenses for Western Queensland Surface Trough and Associated Rainfall and Flooding, commencing 21 March 2025 Barcoo, Boulia, Bulloo, Diamantina, Longreach, Murweh, Paroo, Quilpie, Winton Shire Councils.
- Criteria:
Concessional loans are provided to assist you with essential working capital for expenses such as: paying salaries or wages, paying creditors, paying rent or rates, buying goods, including for example, fuel essential to carry on the primary production enterprise, buying fodder or water for livestock or produce, transporting livestock or produce.
- Amount Available / Cost to Access :
- Loan Amount: $100,000
- Loan Period: Up to 10 years
- Interest rate: 2.14%
- Applications close 31 December 2026
- Contact Details/Links:
www.qrida.qld.gov.au/program/disaster-assistance-essential-working-capital-loan
- How to Apply:
- Apply Online: www.qrida.qld.gov.au/program/disaster-assistance-essential-working-capital-loan
- Ph: 1800 623 946
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