The thoroughbred breeding community of NSW is renowned for its strength and unity, particularly in times of need. Assisting each other through drought, bushfires and a global pandemic in quick succession, we are now hit by record-breaking rainfall and flooding.
Should your farm need assistance or can offer assistance with either transport or temporary relocation of livestock, please reach out to your fellow farmers and lend a hand.
Some race clubs have empty boxes that could take thoroughbreds who need to be moved to racing specific stabling so make sure you look to the racing industry if you need to move your stock.
Approximately 28% of the land area of New South Wales is subject to flooding. According to the Australian Water Resources Council, rural losses in terms of average annual actual damages are approximately equal to that of total urban losses.
The effects of flooding on rural property owners include losses to livestock, crops, fencing, buildings, personal items, farm equipment and machinery. While damage to crops and fences is usually unavoidable, there is the potential to reduce losses particularly of livestock, irrigation equipment, houses and sheds. More information regarding precautions in floods can be found on the NSW State Emergency Service website.
As a rural property owner or manager you may have experienced many floods. It is important to be aware that larger floods than those previously experienced can occur quickly and with minimal notice. Please contact those you know are in flood zones to check in on their welfare and have a plan ready.
It has certainly been a challenging 18 months. If your business has been affected by the weather and flooding of the past few days, you may be eligible for assistance.
For more information visit NSW Department of Primary Industries website for farms affected by flooding.
