Help for flood impacted farmers

Farming scene

Campaspe primary producers impacted by the October 2022 flood are encouraged to access the broad range of financial, information and wellbeing supports, resources and events on offer.

Rural Aid

Rural Aid provides farmers with a range of support, including confidential counselling, fodder, domestic water, financial assistance and access to volunteers through ‘The Farm Army’.

A $500 visa card is available from Rural Aid for flood-impacted farmers until 28 February 2023. Proof of primary production is required, such as an ABN number, PIC number, a copy of a council rate notice or copy of a vehicle registered for primary production.

Marg McKay from Rural Aid will be available at Rochester Community House, located at the 4Rs, corner Diggora and Echuca Roads, on Wednesday, 15 February from 10am – 2pm or contact Marg via email [email protected].

To access any of the above supports, please register online at www.ruralaid.org.au

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