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New era for RAPAD and RFCSNQ with key appointments announced
The Remote Area Planning and Development Board (RAPAD) is pleased to announce the appointment of Morgan Gronold as Chief Executive Officer. Long-serving CEO David Arnold is embarking on a new phase in his career - moving into a new role of Executive Officer for RAPAD’s delivery areas of the Rural Financial Counselling Service North Queensland (RFCSNQ) and Farm Business Planning North Queensland (FBPNQ).
No drought declarations needed, support is always available
Did you know that farmers or agribusinesses don’t need a drought declaration to access support from a bank or to access Australian Government drought programs?
Dedicated support for rural and small business in Western Queensland
Our Rural and Small Business Financial Counsellors and Business Wellness Coaches are ready to support the Western Queensland businesses experiencing financial hardship due to the impacts of flooding or business downturn.
New recovery package to support primary producers, small businesses, non-profit organisations and councils in Western Queensland
Queensland Ministerial statement - 7 April 2025
The Australian and Queensland Governments have announced additional support targeting primary producers, small businesses, non-profit organisations and local councils in communities impacted by the Western Queensland floods.
Flood support extended to western Queensland small businesses, more residents, councils
Queensland Ministerial Statement - 31 March 2025
Flood affected small businesses and not-for-profits in the local government areas of Barcoo, Boulia, Bulloo, Diamantina, Longreach, Murweh, Paroo, Quilpie, and Winton can now access disaster loans from the Australian and Queensland Governments.
Disaster assistance grants available for flooded North Queensland primary producers, small businesses and not for profit organisations
Queensland Ministerial Statement - 3 February 2025
More support is being provided into North Queensland, with more than $100 million in extraordinary grants now available for flood affected primary producers, small businesses and not for profit agencies across flood affected areas.
Disaster loans activated for north Queensland
Queensland Ministerial Statement - 6 February 2025
Disaster hit primary producers, small businesses and not-for-profits in seven northern Queensland council areas can now apply for concessional loans to assist with their recovery from the sustained rains and flooding endured the past week.
Dedicated support for small business in Mackay Whitsunday region
Our qualified and experienced Small Business Financial Counsellors and Business Wellness Coaches are based locally in the Mackay Whitsunday region and available to meet in-person, virtually or on the phone.
RFCSNQ leadership meet with Minister for Primary Industries
Making the connection and kicking off discussions with the new minister and assistant minister for primary industries.
Dedicated support for Mossman Mill Recovery
RFCSNQ provides dedicated financial counselling and wellness coaching for primary producers and related small business impacted by the closure of the Mossman Mill.
Free support to develop your Farm Business Resilience Plan
Introducing Farm Business Planning North Queensland, an initiative of RAPAD delivering the Farm Business Resilience Program - tailored support for North Queensland farmers and graziers across all commodities to prepare for the future.
Prioritise your wellness: Try out grounding techniques
Running a small business can be rewarding, but it can also come with plenty of challenges and stressors.
Taking time to practice grounding techniques can be a useful, simple tool to boost your wellbeing.
Disaster Recovery: Cyclone Jasper, associated rainfall and flooding
Support for rural and small business impacted by Cyclone Jasper and associated flooding.
Four Simple Tips for Managing Small Business Finances
Setting up good financial habits and investing your time to manage them can go a long way to protecting the viability of your business. SBFC Gus Walsgott shares his four simple tips for managing Small Business Finances.
When did you last look at your Business Plan?
SBFC Murray Walton shares why it’s not only important for all small businesses to have a plan but to revisit it regularly, too!
Help to navigate preparing or reviewing your business plan
A Rural Financial Counsellor (RFC) can help you navigate the process of preparing or reviewing your business plan.
Small Business Succession Planning
SBFC Peter David shares why it is important for every small business to have a succession plan.
Seeking successful succession planning?
A Rural Financial Counsellor (RFC) can assist you with succession planning.
Think outside the square when identifying business risk
We need to recognise the risk that some of the assumptions underpinning our Business Plan might not in fact work out. Check out some valuable advice from our SBFC Cam Charlton.
Finding it difficult to deal with farm business debt?
Is your business ready for the unexpected? A Rural Financial Counsellor (RFC) can help you understand business risks and how you can identify them before they become a problem.