Natural Resource Management groups and local councils across Queensland are set to benefit from $8.4 million in funding for environmental cleanup as part of the recovery from this year's floods and cyclones.

Federal Minister for Queensland Floods Recovery, Senator Joe Ludwig, said the rebuilding of natural environments was an important stage of the recovery process for Queensland.

"Queensland's natural environment sustained considerable damage during the floods and Cyclone Yasi," Minister Ludwig said.

"This repair work will mean that waterways, catchment areas and their surroundings are prepared for future challenges."

Queensland Natural Resources Minister Rachel Nolan said the package would ensure Natural Resource Management groups in Queensland's disaster affected regions can undertake a range of clean up, restoration and rehabilitation activities.

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