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Small Business Recovery Assistance Grant Program – 2025 North and Far North Tropical Low

Funding
Up to $15,000
Region
QLD
Closing Date
14 May 2026
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Overview

This grant provides financial support to small and family businesses in defined disaster areas significantly disrupted by the North and Far North Tropical Low weather event (29 January to 28 February 2025) to re-establish operations and maintain employment. Funds can be used for extraordinary costs related to re-establishing business operations, including salaries, rent, stock replacement, professional services, and marketing expenses.

Eligibility Requirements

Businesses must have fewer than 20 employees, annual turnover under $10 million, active ABN and GST registration, be located in specified North Queensland local government areas, and demonstrate either complete inability to trade or at least 60% revenue reduction for a consecutive 14-day period due to the disaster event.

Who Can Apply

SmeRegional

Relevant Industries

Economic DevelopmentRegional Development

How to Apply

Applications are submitted through the official government portal. Review the eligibility criteria carefully before applying, and ensure all supporting documents are prepared.

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