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Drought

Drought Maps_24 Sept 05/Tas-drought-map-24-Sept_leg.jpg FarmPoint contains material from Australian and State Departments Government agencies, research institutions and other bodies that may be relevant to Tasmanian farmers. The information provided is not an exhaustive listing of drought management information. It is, however, a selection of drought information from various agencies supporting farmers in the southern half of Australia.

The information on this website is provided for assistance in planning and management of extremely low rainfall situations. As some material has specific applications it is recommended you seek professional advice before acting on any material you are unfamiliar with.

A CD containing much of the livestock related information listed on this website is available by contacting Andrew.Bailey@dpiw.tas.gov.au or telephone 03 63 365 385.

Contact DPIW by calling 1300 368 550 or email drought@dpiw.tas.gov.au

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Counselling services

Information on state and national counselling and financial counselling services available to Tasmanian farmers.

Drought financial assistance

There are a number of programs offering assistance to farmers in drought declared regions.

Managing crops and pastures in drought

Managing pastures and crops in drought presents many challenges for farmers.

Managing livestock in drought

Drought brings many challenges for managing livestock. This page contains relevant information from both Tasmania and Australia that may be of assistance.

Tasmanian drought information

Information specific to Tasmanian farmers on the Tasmanian drought situation.

CWA and the Drought

On 1 December 2006 the Federal Government gave the CWA $2 million to help families affected by the drought. This money was distributed to the states and all gone within three weeks. In January 2007 Woolworths held a National Drought Action Day and gave the profits ($4.7 million) to CWA to be distributed to needy families in drought areas. In March 2007 the Federal Government gave the CWA a further $2 million which again was all distributed in three weeks.

Lessons learned from the drought

A report from Brian Ashton (Rural Solutions, SA), showing the lessons learnt from livestock feeding during the 06/07 drought conditions in South Australia.
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Caring for our Country initiative

Caring for our Country is the Australian Government's new natural resource management program that will integrate delivery of the existing natural resource management programs, the Natural Heritage Trust, the National Action Plan for Salinity and Water Quality, the National Landcare Program, the Environmental Stewardship Program and the Working on Country Indigenous land and environmental program.

Drought and farming (CSIRO)

CSIRO is improving water efficiency and developing techniques to help farms remain productive during drought conditions.

Drought assistance (Australian Govt)

Information about drought assistance and exceptional circumstances (EC) support from the Australian Government.

Drought assistance (NSW Govt)

Information on drought including assistance, planning, management, recovery and current situation.

Drought Force (Aust Govt)

Drought Force helps individual farms and farm communities that have been severely affected by drought. It aims to help farmers with their workforce needs, especially those who have lost workers because of drought, by keeping the pool of farm labour from moving away from the region.

Drought information (SA Govt)

Various links and information for farmers experiencing drought conditions including: exceptional circumstances; irrigation/water management; drought management publications; feed and seed register; and other relevant publications.

Drought statement 31 May 2008 (BOM)

Statement on Drought for the 12-month period ending 31 May 2008 issued 4 June 2008 by the National Climate Centre.

Drought (Victoria)

Website detailing Victorian drought support information, programs and initiatives.

Exceptional circumstances relief (Centrelink)

The Exceptional Circumstances Relief Payment (ECRP) is delivered by Centrelink on behalf of the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. The payment provides assistance to farmers living in 'exceptional circumstances' affected areas who are having difficulty meeting family and personal living expenses.

Help for drought affected areas (ATO)

The Tax Office can help taxpayers affected by the drought by giving them more time to lodge and pay their income tax and activity statements.

Living with drought (BOM)

Australia is the driest inhabited continent even though some areas have annual rainfall of over 1200 millimetres. Our climate is highly variable - across the continent generally, as well as from year-to-year. We must learn to live with drought!

National review of drought policy

Information on Australian Government's review of drought policy

Services for farmers (Centrelink)

If you are responsible for a farm, Centrelink can help you with drought assistance, farm help, accommodation and renting and other areas.

Tasmanian drought information (Aust Govt)

Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) website outlining Tasmanian drought measures.

Water Restrictions (Public Info)

Information on current restrictions on irrigation in Tasmania. Just select "Water Restrictions" from the Category menu on the left-hand side of this webpage.