Farmers push for flood help
Murraylands farmers are calling for urgent levee repairs after flooding.
Farmers in South Australia's Murraylands, who were severely impacted by the 2022-'23 Murray River flood, are urging the government to expedite levee repairs to safeguard their livelihoods.
While the state and federal governments have allocated a $126 million support package, including $75,000 grants for flood-affected farmers, farmers say that the expenses of rebuilding infrastructure and providing food for her livestock have already consumed the funds.
Many in the region are calling on the state government to accelerate the necessary levee repairs to prevent future disasters.
The state's Department for Water and Environment says that over $4.3 million has been allocated for levee repairs in the area, and that the work has been prioritised based on identified risks, available resources, and materials.
Liberal state member for Hammond, Adrian Pederick, has questioned why the government is yet to release the plan and funds for long-term levee maintenance.
A parliamentary inquiry into the state government's handling of the 2022-'23 floods is currently underway, with submissions accepted until November 10 and an expected report by November 29.