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South Australia Unveils Drought Relief Event Fund and $2.5 Million Mental Health Support

Launching July 1 with $400,000 in grants for regional events organisers, the government has also set aside $2.5 million to expand drought mental health services.

A hay run started at dawn on June 9 for farmers battling drought across the region. (Supplied)
Applications for the Drought Relief Regional Event Fund open on July 1. (Supplied: SATC)
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Overview

  • The Drought Relief Regional Event Fund allocates $400,000 for grants to event organisers and businesses in drought-impacted regions.
  • Applications open July 1 and will be managed by the South Australian Tourism Commission.
  • The state government has earmarked $2.5 million for mental health initiatives targeting farming and regional communities.
  • Community volunteers have operated hay runs since June 9 to deliver essential fodder to farmers battling water shortages.
  • Officials say the combined funding and grassroots efforts aim to strengthen local economies and address rising mental health needs.