Background:

The Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA)

Is a joint initiative between the Australian and Queensland Governments that provides financial support to help communities recover from eligible natural disasters and terrorist events. The DRFA covers a range of assistance—from emergency relief for individuals to funding for local governments to restore essential public assets and support long-term recovery. This training will equip participants with the knowledge to navigate DRFA processes, activate funding, and manage recovery efforts effectively.

Course Content:

Module 1 – Introduction to Disaster Funding Arrangements

Course Overview

The aim of this module is to provide participants with knowledge of disaster funding

arrangements.

Course Objectives

On completion of this module, participants should have knowledge of:

• the State Disaster Relief Arrangements

• the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements.

Module 2 – Working with Disaster Funding Arrangements

Course Overview

The aim of this module is to provide participants with the knowledge and understanding to

work with, provide advice on and prepare documents for disaster funding arrangements.

Course Objectives

On completion of this module, participants should have knowledge and understanding of:

• criteria and eligibility relating to Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements categories

• application documentation and record keeping for Disaster Recovery Funding

Arrangements.

Registration closes 12noon Monday 25th August 2025