BRISBANE, Queensland, Feb. 2 -- The Queensland Cabinet issued text of the following statement:
Published Yesterday at 11:48 AM
Minister for Local Government and Water and Minister for Fire, Disaster Recovery and Volunteers
The Honourable Ann Leahy
Disaster support activated for northern Queensland communities
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Personal Hardship Assistance activated for defined areas of Townsville and targeted Gordonvale addresses.
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$180 emergency payments available, up to $900 for a family of five or more.
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Other financial aid includes cover for damaged household whitegoods, and income-tested grants for structural repairs and the reconnection of services.
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Townsville, Burdekin, Palm Island and Cairns Councils to receive disaster assistan...