DRFA Program of works

DRFA Program of works 2024

2024 DRFA Works Program

Council has successfully secured funding under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA) to restore Shire roads damaged during Tropical Cyclone Kirrily in 2024. These Disaster Recovery Projects are jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland governments under the Disaster Recovery Funding to provide financial assistance for communities affected by disasters. In Queensland, the Queensland Reconstruction Authority (QRA) administers the program, offering various relief measures depending on the severity of the disaster.

The 2024 DRFA program falls under Category B, which supports the restoration of essential public assets such as roads and other infrastructure. The total approved funding for this event amounts to approximately $50.9 million.

Scope of Work

The restoration work has been divided into five packages, each covering different regions of the Shire (e.g., South East, North West, etc.) with five separate contractors which have been engaged to carry out the repairs.

Works have already commenced and are scheduled for completion by 30 June 2026, in accordance with funding agreements.

Track Project Progress

To see which roads are included in the 2024 recovery program, explore our interactive Flood Recovery Project Map,where progress is marked as follows:

 

  • Red = works yet to be completed
  • Yellow = works currently in progress
  • Green = Works completed.

Project Management & Inquiries

Council has appointed PDM as the project managers for this DRFA program. If you have any inquiries regarding the Flood Recovery Project Map or the DRFA works, please contact Adam Sadler via email at msc_drfa@pdmanagers.com.au.

For more information about Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA) and how disaster funding is allocated in Queensland, visit the Queensland Reconstruction Authority (QRA) website: www.qra.qld.gov.au/funding/drfa.