Thousands of flood-damaged Mizzie the Kangaroo toys are being recycled into Queensland roads
More than 12,000 ruined products will get a second life as local roads and infrastructure thanks to a partnership with a pioneering Australian recycling company.
Qld small business commissioner launches hardship appeal with GIVIT to help business owners “get back on track”
Queensland small businesses experiencing hardship as a result of the COVID-19 and recent flooding can now register for help via an appeal launched by the state’s small business commissioner and not-for-profit platform GIVIT.
New grants available for Queenslanders affected by latest floods
In light of more flooding and heavy rains, the Queensland government has made disaster funding available through the jointly funded Commonwealth-State Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements.
Morrison confirms more disaster relief payments for NSW flood victims
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has declared a national emergency, announced a further two disaster payments for people in the worst flood-affected areas of NSW and apologised that “no amount of support is going to measure up”.
Beware the “disaster chasers”: Four ways to avoid scams amid the flood crisis
Sympathetic Australians contributing money to the flood crisis have been warned to watch out for scammers setting up fake donation sites or posing as flood victims, as financial scam reports continue to rise.
‘Insurance catastrophe’ declared as PM warns insurers to deal fairly
Insurance companies and banks have been put on notice by Prime Minister Scott Morrison, as the deadly storm cell pummels the east coast, wreaking havoc on homes and businesses.
How SMEs should prepare for ‘rain bomb’ surging down the east coast
Businesses on the east coast should prepare now as a deadly 'rain bomb' heads their way. Here are 12 ways to do so.
Explained: The support available for SMEs affected by flooding
Here's a list of government support available to small businesses in Queensland and New South Wales affected by the recent flooding.
NSW and Qld floods: The support available to small businesses affected by heavy rainfall
Small businesses affected by heavy rain across New South Wales and parts of Queensland now have access to support from the government and banks.
Small businesses in NSW forced to shut amid flood evacuation orders
Small businesses along the country’s east coast are facing significant revenue losses amid persistent flooding that is expected to stretch well into next week.
NSW and Queensland floods highlight urgent need to improve insurance payout processes
The experience of insurance exacerbates a ‘resilience gap’ between people who have the time, money and capacity to manage the claims process, and those with existing disadvantage who simply do not.
“Give us a call”: Fast-tracked tax refunds on offer for flood-affected businesses
The tax office has advised flood-affected businesses they can access additional support, including fast-tracked tax refunds, to get back on their feet.
