STATE land rent have been waived for six months under a new measures adopted by the Palaszczuk government as part of its COVID-19 crisis response.
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The move is set to save pastoral lease holders on average about $3300.
Natural Resources Minister Anthony Lynham said Governor Paul de Jersey had approved the waiving of more than $33.8 million in land rent for April 1 to September 30, to help support business.
Rural leases account for about $13.6m of the total.
Dr Lynham said more than 6000 farmers, businesses, tourism operators, and community and sports clubs, would not have to pay state land rent for six months under a series of measures to protect Queensland businesses and jobs.
"Farmers on pastoral leases will save on average around $3300 and some local recreation clubs will save upwards of $4500 over the six months," Dr Lynham said.
Farmers on pastoral leases will save on average around $3300 and some local recreation clubs will save upwards of $4500 over the six months.
- Natural Resources Minister Anthony Lynham
Lessees would not have to apply and those who have already paid their rent for April 1 to June 30 would receive a refund or if requested, a credit, he said.
In situations where lessees had entered into sublease arrangements with another commercial business, the lessee is expected to pass on the appropriate amount of land rent savings to the sublessees.
Land rent relief applies to Land Act lessees, licensees or permit to occupy holders.
AgForce chief executive officer Mike Guerin said agricultural and the regions would play a leading role in recovery from the COVID-19 crisis.
"This change in policy settings is a great start and will make a material difference," Mr Guerin said.
"We've delighted government is collaborating with industry but we need a genuine seat at the table."
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