Primary Producers and Landholders
Primary Producers and Landholders in the Forbes region have access to the follow support channels after a disaster. It's important to be aware of the available resources and grants for landholders in times of disaster.
Please visit the Service NSW and Rural Assistance Authority for current financial support:
Local Land Services
Local Land Services (LLS) plays a crucial role in managing emergencies that affect the community, environment and economy. LLS supports Forbes community by:
- Support for landholders during emergencies by providing advice about emergency property planning and preparedness
- Assist landholders in recovering from biosecurity events
Rural Aid
Rural Aid offers free, confidential counselling to Rural Aid registered farmers and their families. Rural Aid counsellors catch up with their farmers where they’re most comfortable.
Services include:
- Counselling and Wellbeing
- Financial Assistance
- Fodder for Livestock
- Domestic Water and Water Tanks
- Workers Support
Website: Services Provided - Rural Aid - Supporting Rural Communities
Counselling Intake Line: 1300 175 594
Phone: 1300 327 624
Rural Chaplain Support Services
The Salvation Army Rural Chaplains provide care and support to people in rural and remote Australia, who, at times, feel socially and geographically isolated. Rural and remote chaplains seek to bring hope and support to people challenged with economic, environmental, emotional and/or social pressures.
Phone: 0417 797 785
Website: salvationarmy.org.au/ruralsupport
Rural Financial Counselling Services (RFCS)
RFCS supports primary producers and small related enterprises in finding financial stability and security, by providing confidential and professional advice on a range of issues. They provide free, confidential financial advice and support to rural communities.
Phone: 02 6852 3837
Address: 157 Lachlan Street, Forbes NSW
Department of Primary Industries - Drought Hub
The Drought Ready and Resilience Fund is an initiative designed to bolster the resilience in NSW farmers to future adverse weather events and climatic conditions, such as drought. Primary producers that are eligible can access a low interest loan up to $250,000 to help prepare for, manage and recover from drought.
Website: NSW DroughtHub