Unilever Australia's Response to the Queensland Flood Crisis

Unilever extends its thoughts and sincere sympathies to those affected by the devastating floods in Queensland. 

According to Sebastian Lazell, Chairman Unilever Australasia; “With a portfolio of brands that touch the lives of consumers everyday and as a core supplier to thousands of small to large customers in the area we’ve been able to play a very practical role in the recovery process. We have responded with a support plan that exceeds AU $750,000 in value to date and we continue to monitor the situation closely.”

Unilever has established an internal Flood Response Team to coordinate a number of actions to provide all possible support to its people, customers and community in Queensland in the recovery effort. These areas of support include:

• The donation of approximately $250,000 worth of staple food, beverages and personal care products which are being distributed via Foodbank. Unilever will remain in close contact with Foodbank to understand ongoing needs;

• The donation and distribution of refreshments including Lipton Iced Tea and Streets Ice Cream to SES workers and residents involved in clean-up efforts;

• $50,000 cash donation to the Premier’s relied fund;

• A commitment to match all employee donations to the Premier’s Flood Relief Appeal;

• The donation of personal care products to Terry White for distribution to affected communities;

• The donation of Omo to Woolworths emergency laundry services;

• Further financial, product and manpower support options are being undertaken as required. For example, assisting small business customers with free replacement stock and equipment repairs and helping larger stores re-stock shelves with products.

Distribution of products to customers has been interrupted within the affected areas of Queensland, however Unilever is investigating a number of options to ensure deliveries re-commence as early as possible.