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Rural Aid provides support for Aussie farmers, their families and rural communities through services including water, fodder, financial and counselling assistance to help those who endure drought, flood and fire.

💚 The Last Day in the Atherton TablelandsAnother Farm Recovery Event is coming to a close, but the connections made this...
28/08/2026

💚 The Last Day in the Atherton Tablelands

Another Farm Recovery Event is coming to a close, but the connections made this week will continue well beyond the last day of camp.

Over the past week, Rural Aid volunteers have worked side by side with farming families, sharing early starts, hard work, plenty of laughs and the satisfaction of seeing a job get done.

But Farm Recovery Events bring our volunteers together in more ways than just the work on farm. From sharing meals at camp and swapping stories at the end of the day, to getting out and exploring the local area together, every event creates another opportunity to connect.

And with every camp, our Rural Aid Volunteer community grows a little closer. New friendships are formed, familiar faces become friends, and people who may have arrived as strangers leave knowing they'll see each other again at another event.

That's something pretty special about the Rural Aid volunteer community. 💚

Thank you to every volunteer who has given their time, energy and good humour this week. You've helped farming families move forward, and you've strengthened a community of people who are always ready to lend a hand.

If you want to join the next Farm Recovery Event, enquiry here: https://www.ruralaid.org.au/volunteers/

🪏 We're underway in the Atherton Tablelands!The tools are out, the camp is set up and our volunteers are getting stuck i...
25/08/2026

🪏 We're underway in the Atherton Tablelands!

The tools are out, the camp is set up and our volunteers are getting stuck in alongside farming families across the region.

The volunteers are working alongside seven farming families and there are plenty of jobs underway this week. Fences are being repaired, properties are being tidied, infrastructure is being restored and those jobs that have been waiting are finally getting some attention.

And we're already seeing the Atherton Tablelands community get behind the week too. 💚

A huge thank you to Stockade Farm in Dimbulah for donating an incredible 30 dozen fresh free-range eggs for our volunteer camp. It's a generous contribution that will keep our volunteers well fed as they head out each day to lend a hand.

It's a great example of what makes Farm Recovery Events so special. Rural Aid brings people together, volunteers give their time and skills, and local communities add their own helping hands.

One week. Seven farming families. Plenty of jobs to tackle. And a whole community getting behind recovery.

💚 One helping hand at a time, recovery is moving forward.

24/08/2026

“It probably would have meant more sleepless nights.”

Tanya owns a farm near Dalveen in Queensland, with sheep, cattle and miniature goats. In recent years, she’s seen fires come close to the property. Now, drought has brought another kind of pressure.

The creek behind Tanya’s farm had been completely dry. The dams were empty. There was no readily available water for her cattle, and with no grass, keeping the stock fed was becoming another worry.

Then Tanya met Rural Aid at a local community wellness day.

What made the difference wasn’t just the practical support. It was talking to someone who understood what it was like to be on the land, and understand how difficult it can be to accept a helping hand.

Four bales of hay arrived. “For me, that was a month of feed for the cattle.”

Without that hay, Tanya says, there probably would have been more sleepless nights. Instead, she was able to hold off sending more sheep to market and give last year’s lambs more time to grow.

Then came another surprise.

Tanya had been told a gift card would be sent. She thought perhaps $100 would help with the groceries.

When she activated the card, there was $1,000 on it.

“That's going to give me some groceries without having to worry about all the extra things.”

For Tanya, Rural Aid was more than hay or financial assistance.
It was someone to talk to. Someone who understood. “It was an absolute blessing.”

Your support can help Rural Aid stand alongside farmers like Tanya - easing some of the pressure and reminding them they don’t have to carry it alone. 💚

👉 Help us be there for a farming family when they need it most:
ruralaid.org.au/carrytheweight

🚜 FARM ARMY JOB ALERT📍 Carnarvon, Western AustraliaA family-run cattle station near Carnarvon is looking for some extra ...
23/08/2026

🚜 FARM ARMY JOB ALERT
📍 Carnarvon, Western Australia

A family-run cattle station near Carnarvon is looking for some extra hands to help keep the station running, and there are several opportunities available.

🐄 Station Hands | Starting September
• Cattle mustering
• General station duties
• 2–3 positions available
• Physically demanding work in remote conditions

🔨 Fencers | Immediate Start
Recent winds of around 150km/h have left sections of fencing needing repair. Experienced fencers are needed to help get the property back in shape.

🏡 Caretaker Couple
A self-contained couple is also sought to help keep an eye on the property and enjoy a unique outback lifestyle.

💼 Paid work:
Wages are negotiable based on experience, skills and availability. Basic accommodation is available for successful applicants.

👩‍🌾 Who it suits:
Reliable, hardworking people who are physically fit, comfortable outdoors and able to work independently in remote conditions. Applicants must be non-smokers and non-vapers, of sober habits and able to communicate clearly in English.

🌄 Why Farm Army?
For this family, having extra hands means they don't have to do everything themselves. Whether you're mustering cattle, repairing fences or helping care for the property, your skills can make a practical difference.

❤️ And in return? The chance to experience wide open spaces, spectacular scenery and genuine outback station life.

👉 Interested? Apply here:
https://www.farmarmy.com.au/find-a-job/?entry=37838

Almost time for the Atherton Tablelands!Our next Farm Recovery Event is just days away, and 22 Rural Aid and corporate v...
20/08/2026

Almost time for the Atherton Tablelands!

Our next Farm Recovery Event is just days away, and 22 Rural Aid and corporate volunteers are getting ready to head to the Atherton Tablelands from 23–28 August.

Farmers around Mutchilba have been navigating a cycle of extreme conditions, from dry periods and intense heat through to heavy wet season rain, flooding and ongoing storm impacts. These conditions have affected livestock, pasture, infrastructure and farm productivity, making recovery an ongoing challenge.

During the week, volunteers will work alongside five farming families to help ease that load. From repairing and rebuilding kilometres of fencing to clearing fallen branches, restoring farm infrastructure and helping with gardens and property maintenance, the team will tackle practical jobs that can make a real difference.

Having a team on the ground also gives farmers some breathing space, helping them make progress on important work while they continue caring for their properties, livestock and communities.

💚 The countdown is on. Next stop, the Atherton Tablelands!

Out in the community, where the conversations can go anywhere.Rural Aid Mental Health and Wellbeing Counsellor Kylie Bra...
16/08/2026

Out in the community, where the conversations can go anywhere.

Rural Aid Mental Health and Wellbeing Counsellor Kylie Braes was recently at the GroWQ Ag Innovation Expo in Cloncurry, connecting with around 500 people, many of them primary producers from across Central and Western Queensland.

The Expo brought together farmers, agribusinesses, researchers, government agencies, educators and service providers to explore everything from livestock genetics and AgTech to pasture management, succession planning, climate resilience and practical ways to improve productivity and profitability.

But amongst the conversations about the future of agriculture, another important topic kept coming up.

Farmer wellbeing. 💚

Conversations that started with seasonal conditions, business decisions or new technology often naturally moved to the pressures farmers are carrying - financial stress, succession planning, family dynamics and finding a balance between work and life.

For Kylie, these moments are an important opportunity to listen, connect and share information about the support available through Rural Aid.

Because sometimes the most important conversation isn't the one you planned to have.

It's the one that happens naturally when someone feels comfortable enough to open up.

By being present at events like GroWQ, Rural Aid can meet farmers where they are, build trusted relationships and help connect people with support before challenges become overwhelming.

Because behind every farming business are people, families and communities. 💚

👉 Learn more about Rural Aid's Mental Health and Wellbeing support:
https://www.ruralaid.org.au/mental-health-wellbeing/

16/08/2026

For this farming family, the hay means one less pressure to carry.

When the paddocks aren't producing enough feed, keeping livestock going becomes a daily job.

Every bale matters.
Every decision matters.
And the costs can quickly add up.

For farmers in Northern NSW experiencing prolonged dry conditions, Rural Aid hay deliveries are helping provide practical support when it's needed.

The hay helps keep livestock fed while farmers work through the season ahead - making difficult days a little more manageable and giving families one less thing to worry about.

Because a hay delivery might look simple from the outside.

But for the farmer waiting at the gate, it can mean time, breathing room and a helping hand when they need it most. 💚

15/08/2026

💧 What does a water delivery really mean?

It can mean a family doesn't have to worry about whether there will be enough water for the week ahead.

It can mean a shower after a long day on the farm.

A load of washing.

Water for the kids.

And one less unexpected cost to find room for in an already stretched farm budget.

Rural Aid has delivered more than 100 million litres of domestic water to farming families across Australia.

But behind every litre is a family, a farm and a story.

As one farmer recently told us:

"There are six people in the house, and the water goes towards all those everyday things: drinking, showers, washing and everything else. It keeps us going a bit longer and takes some pressure off."

That's what practical support can look like.

💚 Because water isn't just a necessity. It's peace of mind.

15/08/2026

What does support look like when you're a farmer?

There isn't one answer.

Every farming family, every season and every challenge is different.

Sometimes, support looks like water. 💧
Helping a family keep the essentials going when household water supplies are running low.

Sometimes, it's hay. 🌾
Helping keep livestock fed when the paddocks aren't producing enough.

Sometimes, it's a water tank. 🚜
Helping strengthen water security and prepare for what's ahead.

And sometimes, it's simply having someone to talk to. 💚
A Rural Aid Mental Health and Wellbeing Counsellor who understands rural life and can meet farmers where they are.

Often, it's more than one of these things.

Because the challenges facing farming families don't always come one at a time.

At Rural Aid, we listen to what's happening on the ground and work to provide the right assistance at the right time, whether that's practical support, wellbeing support or simply helping someone connect with the right service.

Different challenges. Different support. One community standing alongside farmers. 💚

👉 Farmers looking for support can call 1300 327 624 or visit www.ruralaid.org.au

Address

PO Box 476
Indooroopilly, QLD
4068

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+611300327624

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