Regional Queensland communities set to build back stronger

Regional Queensland homeowners will be able to build back stronger against future floods, with grants of up to $10,000 for resilience works now expanded to additional disaster-impacted communities.

The Albanese and Crisafulli Governments are delivering on their commitment to help Queenslanders better protect their homes against future flooding, with the program now extended to areas affected by two further disaster events:

• Western Queensland Surface Trough and Associated Rainfall and Flooding, 21 March – 19 May 2025 
• Queensland Monsoon Trough, Cyclone Koji, Cyclone Narelle and Severe Weather (commencing 24 December 2025)

Eligible homeowners in Barcoo, Bulloo, Bundaberg, Isaac, Rockhampton, Quilpie and Western Downs can now apply for funding to undertake resilience improvements and reduce the impacts of future flood events.

Grants of up to $10,000 are available for homeowners to make key upgrades, such as raising electrical switchboards, air-conditioning and hot water systems, or installing flood-resilient floors and wall linings.

The program is also supporting regional Queensland economies, with 82 per cent of contractors delivering the resilience works based in local communities.

Jointly funded through the Commonwealth-state Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements, the Stronger Homes Grant was launched in response to the early 2025 North and Far North Queensland floods.

Federal Minister for Emergency Management Kristy McBain said the grants would help many Queenslanders who have been impacted by floods.

“By building more flood-resilient homes, regional communities can have more confidence they will be able to better withstand future disasters,” Minister McBain said.

“This jointly funded program provides support for locals to help protect them from the devastating impacts of repeated flooding.”

Queensland Minister for Disaster Recovery Ann Leahy said the expansion would support more regional Queenslanders to rebuild with confidence.

“This is about making sure our regional communities have the tools they need to recover and prepare for the next event,” Minister Leahy said.

“Stronger homes mean stronger communities, and that’s exactly what this program is delivering.”

Queensland Minister for Housing and Public Works Sam O’Connor said the expanded program was about delivering practical, long-term support for homeowners facing repeated flood risks.

“We’re getting on with the job of helping more Queenslanders strengthen their homes and recover faster when disasters strike,” Minister O’Connor said.

“This expansion means more communities can reduce future damage, avoid repeated recovery costs and stay in their homes.

“It’s about securing our housing foundations with simple upgrades that make a real difference.”

Applications close on 30 November 2026.

All works must be completed by 30 June 2027.

Homeowners can check their eligibility and apply for the Stronger Homes Grant at qld.gov.au/strongerhomesgrant

For more information about flood recovery visit Council’s website.