Webinar helps you Get “Claim Ready”
With key Special Disaster Relief grant and support deadlines approaching, RFCSNR is delivering the Claim Ready webinar to help farmers and fishers get ahead of the paperwork, processes and preparation needed when applying for assistance.
In partnership with the NSW Rural Assistance Authority, we will deliver practical, step-by-step guidance to help participants better understand what’s required when lodging claims and using the new online claims portal.
The webinar brings together insights from a Rural Financial Counsellor and the RAA, covering:
- What “claim ready” actually means in practice
- How to keep key financial and business records organised
- Common pitfalls that delay applications
- What assessors look for when reviewing claims
At RFCSNR, we aim to empower farmers and rural businesses to prepare before they need to act, reducing stress and building confidence when navigating assistance processes.
If you’re unsure where to start, or the idea of getting everything “claim ready” feels overwhelming, we encourage you to watch this webinar with a family member, partner, or someone who supports you in your business. Having another set of eyes can make it easier to talk through your records, share the workload of getting organised, and ensure nothing important is missed. This practical information is designed to be used together – because preparation is often easier and more effective when it’s a shared effort.
This session is part of our ongoing commitment to strengthening financial resilience across the Northern Rivers region – ensuring producers are not only responding to challenges, but ready for them.
WHEN : MONDAY 4th MAY
TIME : 6:30- 7:30 pm
Register now to attend LIVE or to rewatch at a time that suits you.
Who is this for?
NSW primary producers affected by the Tropical Cyclone Alfred Severe Weather and NSW East Coast Severe Weather events across the following eligible LGA’s. Armidale, Bellingen, Byron, Central Coast, Cessnock, Clarence Valley, Coffs Harbour, Dungog, Glen Innes Severn, Kempsey, Kyogle, Lismore, Lake Macquarie, Lord Howe Island, Maitland, MidCoast, Muswellbrook, Nambucca Valley, Newcastle, Port Macquarie-Hastings, Port Stephens, Richmond Valley, Tenterfield, Tweed, Singleton, Upper Hunter, Walcha
What if I need further support or assistance to apply?
Our local RFCSNR rural financial counsellors can provide invaluable guidance, delivering experienced support to help you prepare your claims and look at other recovery options.
We encourage anyone who feels they may need this support to book their appointments early to avoid missing out.
With our FREE and confidential service, our team can also assist you with understanding your financial position and how these grants form part of your cashflow.
What other recovery options do I have ?
There are many supports, options and strategies to help you in the recovery process. Depending on your circumstances Farm Household Allowance , a payment for farming families in financial hardship and other measures may also be available. Don’t self assess. A chat with an RFC will ensure you get an individual assessment to have all your options on the table and the clarity to make informed decisions for your future.