RAPAD Drought Program Review Submission

In 2018 the entire RAPAD region had been drought declared for four years, we responded to the State Government’s review of the Drought Program.

RAPAD encourages the Government to investigate a broad range of support mechanisms to minimise the impact of this current drought and ensure our communities are better prepared for future drought events. As we know droughts are not new however new thinking is required. RAPAD has recommended a series of strategic programs outlined below:

1. Responding to the economic and personal costs of drought;

2. Protecting the rural economy;

3. Focussing on a renewable energy future;

4. Restoration of Zone Tax Rebate Scheme;

5. Water reform across the region;

6. The continuation of the Advance Queensland program or a similar program;

7. Supporting the continued roll out of fibre optic telecommunications backhaul, mobile phone blackspots program and point-to-point radio connectivity;

8. Growing tourism to diversify the economy;

9. Continuation of the Western Roads Upgrade Program; and

10. Help councils manage community assets and maintain workforces.

Drought Program Review

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