The St Vincent De Paul Society Victoria chief executive officer Sue Cattermole said the Federal Government recently announced that the St Vincent de Paul Society would provide services in Benalla and Wangaratta local government areas.
The St Vincent De Paul Society and The Salvation Army are delivering the Federal Government’s Drought Community Support Initiative Round 2, dividing the LGAs between them.
“Financial support is available now and Vinnies is ready to process applications,” Ms Cattermole said.
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“It’s as easy as jumping on to the Vinnies.org.au webpage or picking up the phone to our call centre.
“Eligible farmers, farm workers and farm suppliers, in specific LGAs, qualify for a payment of up to $3000 to help meet basic household expenses.
“Your main source of income must come from agriculture or related activities and you must be over the age of 18 to apply.
“This is a simple process. You’ll need your driver’s licence, evidence to show where you live and proof that you’re experiencing financial hardship.
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“You’ll need a current payslip if you’re an employee.
“With the drought continuing to bite, Vinnies has a team of experienced, empathetic staff in our national call centre taking calls and processing claims as quickly as possible.”
Vinnies is distributing nationally a total of $60 million of government funding, during this round of the Drought Community Support Initiative, which started in November.
● Program guidelines and eligibility criteria are available from this link.
● The Federal Government has listed specific Local Government Areas which are officially drought-declared. A list of those LGAs serviced by the St Vincent de Paul Society, as well as details about the payment, are available at this linkor by phoning 1300 846 643.
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