Drought relief for SW Vic Dairy Farmers
June 25, 2025
Finwell Support T/A Rural Financial Counselling Victoria West is proud to deliver a new round of targeted drought support for dairy farming communities in South-West Victoria, thanks to a generous funding commitment from the Gardiner Foundation.
From 16 June 2025 to 30 June 2026, up to $300,000 will be directed towards financial relief and wellbeing initiatives designed specifically for dairy farmers, their service providers, and regional communities. This support aims to reduce immediate financial pressure, enable informed business decisions, and foster long-term community resilience.
What’s Available?
- Essential Needs Cards
- Professional Services Fund
- Talk the Talk & Community Wellbeing Sessions
- Community Event Support
Who Is Eligible?
This is not a public relief program. Support is targeted to dairy clients actively working with Finwell Support T/A Rural Financial Counselling Service Victoria West, where hardship has been identified through a financial review.
Get in Touch
If you are a dairy farmer or work closely with the dairy industry in South-West Victoria and would like to explore support options, please reach out:
Call us on 1300 735 578
Email us at admin@wswrcs.com.au
We’re here to help — whether it’s with day-to-day essentials, strategic business advice, or community wellbeing.
