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WELCOME RETURN TO OUR FINANCIAL COUNSELLOR
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We welcome back Peter Pauwels, our Rural Financial Counsellor servicing East and West Gippsland regions. Peter has been a Rural Financial Counsellor for over 8 years in both Victoria and Queensland, and in between became a Rabobank Manager looking after rural and agricultural business risk, planning and growth. Peter has significant exposure and a working knowledge of a wide range of rural enterprises and their systems, challenges and opportunities within production and products of livestock; horticulture; grain and pasture. He has worked nationally and internationally with business start-ups; investment; development and growth; efficiencies; strategic planning; marketing; restructuring and staff development; quality and risk management.
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Click here to read more about Peter's vast experience and value he brings to our clients
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DETECT & PROTECT
FARMER MENTAL HEALTH BREAKFAST FORUM
We are hosting a panel of experts to discuss early detection and barriers to seeking help.
FREE EVENT Friday 23rd November
7.00am start for 7.30am breakfast.
Panel discussion from 8.00am to 9.00am
RSVP essential for catering 1300 045 747 or email us
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Our Annual General Meeting will be held after the Mental Health Breakfast forum
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FARMERS FRIEND
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A fantastic program has been launched by a team of Gippsland farmers and health providers to support farmers living in Wellington and East Gippsland.
Farmer Mentors are available to visit anytime with regular catch-ups to help support emotional health and wellbeing. They are not counsellors, but they are great listeners who understand the pressures and stresses that come with running an agricultural business.
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It helps to talk - anyone interested in seeking this support are encouraged to contact 5136 3500 or visit llg.org.au All enquiries are treated with the strictest confidentiality
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MENTAL HEALTH and WELLBEING SUPPORT
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Never hesitate to seek the expert support available to you anytime to help with stress and getting though difficult times.
Farmers, Parents, Carers, Youth and Veterans - Here are links to a few great organisations ready to help you:
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SMALL RURAL BUSINESS SUPPORT NOW AVAILABLE
We are pleased to announce that the State Government are providing funding to expand our services to non-agricultural small rural businesses in drought-affected areas across Gippsland to help support long-term resilience and growth.
We are in the process of appointing an additional Financial Counsellor to provide immediate assistance to businesses in need including financial planning, identifying opportunities and mentoring.
If you are interested to know more or want to organise a free confidential discussion about how we can help, contact us on 1300 045 747
Read media release
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DIRECT EMERGENCY RELIEF AVAILABLE
We have teamed up with Country Womens Association Vic and the Red Cross to distribute public donations to drought-affected farmers in Gippsland.
Individual donations of $3,000 per household will be made available in time for Christmas.
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Thanks to our ongoing partnership with IGA Leongatha and Metcash, household relief is also available through food and fuel vouchers.
Contact us today to register your interest
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DAIRY RELIEF FUNDS
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Coles have launched their Dairy Drought Relief fund from milk sales to assist drought-affected farmers with feed, water and other farm improvemets, support services and household expenses.
Grants are also available via their Nurture Fund towards projects to combat a future of drought.
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AGRICULTURAL INFRASTRUCTURE AND JOBS FUND
Victorian farmers can access funding towards improving farm productivity, maintain market access and grow exports and jobs.
The Infrastructure Stream is for capital works and improve local connectivity to markets.
The Program Stream is for initiatives that will help equip farmers and to improve local communities with the know-how to capture opportunities and manage business risk.
Click here for more information
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FARM HOUSEHOLD ALLOWANCE - HELP WITH APPLICATIONS
RFCS will be at Centrelink in Sale 9am-12noon Saturday 3 November providing assistance to Farmers to apply for the Farm Household Allowance, as well as one-on-one assistance to help navigate through the government’s MyGov online system.
For information contact us on 1300 045 747 or email our Rural Financial Counsellor
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We are also with
Centrelink's Mobile Service
throughout November and December
Click here to find out when and where
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FARM ENERGY ASSESSMENTS SAVE $$$
Be eligible for any future on-farm energy grants - get a FREE farm energy audit:
- Check your electricity, gas & diesel use
- Identify opportunities for efficiencies while maximising use
- Understand renewable energy options
Click here to check your eligibility & apply
"I'm encouraging all farmers to get into it....dollar for dollar investment in improvements aimed at lowering energy usage and costs...it has to be a good thing!" Poowong Farmer
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TAKING STOCK - FREE FARM CONSULTATIONS
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Access free 1-on-1experienced advice through Dairy Australia’s Taking Stock program addressing:
- Feed options, planning and budgeting
- Managing a fodder shortage
- Herd decisions and animal health
- Cash budgeting
- Managing your farm team during tough times
- Meet the bank
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To book your free consultation email GippsDairy or phone 5624 3900
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FREE BOOTCAMP
Young and new farmers in East Gippsland are encouraged to attend a 2 day business bootcamp in Sale during December targeted at careers in beef, sheep and mixed farming.
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Bairnsdale booked out, so hurry to secure your place Download Flyer Register Here
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Agriculture Victoria is continuing to provide East Gippsland livestock producers with the opportunity to engage in one-on-one consultation sessions to assist them to manage current seasonal conditions and access support services.
For more information contact Caroline Love at Bairnsdale on 0427 515 668 or
Keren Walker at Swifts Creek on 5159 5134.
See our events page for upcoming Ag Vic and other useful workshops in your area
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RURAL FUTURES TASKFORCE REPORT
Farmers for Climate Action is a movement of farmers and agricultural leaders who have recently released a report detailing recommendations for a path towards regional renewal and rejuvenation and resilience. It covers their vision, the economic sectors that contribute to prosperity, and recommendations for policy to support the economic future of regional Australia. Download a copy here
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SMALL BUSINESS MEDIATION
Did you know that Victorian Small Business Commissioner can mediate any disputes you may have over money. Watch their video on how they provide this support
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GIPPSLAND BUSINESS CONNECT
An initiative of GROW Gippsland to promote and connect local businesses, this portal brings together comprehensive business connections, support and events.
Register your business
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