Commonwealth assistance programs
Commonwealth government programs and services are available to help farmers impacted by drought.
What’s available?
- Up to 4 years of fortnightly income (every 10 years) from the Farm Household Allowance
- Low interest concessional loans with the Regional Investment Corporation including a Drought Loan and an AgBiz Drought Loan
- Tax concessions – find out how the Australian Tax Office (ATO) can help
- Tax time – talk to the ATO about more time to lodge and pay tax
- Free and independent financial counselling at a service near you from the Rural Financial Counselling Service
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Page last updated: 17 Jul 2025