Articles tagged: drought relief
Rate relief package ‘good first step’
A Colac Otway Shire councillor says the State Government’s rate relief package for district drought-stricken farmers is a good first step but there’s plenty more that can be done, and the council will “keep the pressure on”.
Farming families to enjoy fun footy day
Colac and district farming families impacted by drought can have a fun day at the footy next Friday.
Drought advisor ready to help
Colac and district drought-affected farmers will be able to access centralised resources, the Victorian Farmers Federation has announced.
Convoy bringing $500K of hay
More than half a million dollars’ worth of free hay will roll through the south-west tomorrow, bringing much needed relief to farmers and their livestock.
Rain continues to fall for south-west Victoria
The month of July has kicked off with another deluge of rain.
Mayor welcomes relief for farmers
Colac Otway Shire’s mayor has welcomed details of a $35.8-million State Government drought package, with farmers in Colac Otway Shire eligible for rates relief and other supports.
Rate reduction a start, more support needed
A 40-per-cent rate reduction for farmers is a start but isn’t nearly enough, a dairy farmers representative says.
Direction for drought funds
Organisers behind local fundraisers for farmers want to hear how support can best be delivered.
Ready to back district farmers
Organisers are encouraging community members to show their full support for drought-affected farmers across the Colac district this weekend.
Drought relief concert launches new website
People can find details about Colac’s drought relief concert on Sunday through a new website.
Concert date locked, state ups funding
South-west Victoria is banding together in Colac to show solidarity with drought-stricken farmers and communities.
