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It’s okay not to be okay right now
Support is available and you don’t have to face it alone.
If you’re a farmer in North East Victoria, call 1300 834 775 and ask to speak with our mental health counsellor.
You can also reach out to support services anytime:
• Lifeline – 13 11 14
• Beyond Blue – 1300 22 4636
• 13 YARN – 13 92 76 (Indigenous crisis support)
• QLife – 1800 184 527 (LGBTQA+ support)
It takes strength to reach out for help, support is there when you’re ready.
Support is available and you don’t have to face it alone.
If you’re a farmer in North East Victoria, call 1300 834 775 and ask to speak with our mental health counsellor.
You can also reach out to support services anytime:
• Lifeline – 13 11 14
• Beyond Blue – 1300 22 4636
• 13 YARN – 13 92 76 (Indigenous crisis support)
• QLife – 1800 184 527 (LGBTQA+ support)
It takes strength to reach out for help, support is there when you’re ready.
4 days ago
New concessional loan support for farmers and producers experiencing prolonged hardship, delivered through the Regional Investment Corporation (RIC).
The measures include:
A new Drought Hardship Loan of up to $250,000 for eligible farmers impacted by drought for 24 months or more
Five-year loan term with repayments fully deferred for the first two years
Additional concessional loans to support industries affected by slow-onset ecological events
Existing RIC loan interest rates held at 5.18% for a further six months from 1 February 2026
These new loan products are expected to be available in the first half of next year.
If you are unsure how these changes may apply to your situation, Rural Financial Counselling Service Victoria North East can provide free, confidential and independent support to help you understand your options and plan next steps.
📞 1300 834 775
🌐 www.rfcsvicne.org.au
✉️ info@agbizassist.org.au
The measures include:
A new Drought Hardship Loan of up to $250,000 for eligible farmers impacted by drought for 24 months or more
Five-year loan term with repayments fully deferred for the first two years
Additional concessional loans to support industries affected by slow-onset ecological events
Existing RIC loan interest rates held at 5.18% for a further six months from 1 February 2026
These new loan products are expected to be available in the first half of next year.
If you are unsure how these changes may apply to your situation, Rural Financial Counselling Service Victoria North East can provide free, confidential and independent support to help you understand your options and plan next steps.
📞 1300 834 775
🌐 www.rfcsvicne.org.au
✉️ info@agbizassist.org.au
6 days ago
🚜 Come Say Hi at the 2025 Elmore Field Days! 🌾
We’re excited to be back at the Elmore Field Days this year! 👋
You’ll find us in the Agribusiness Pavilion, ready for a chat and to share how our services can support rural and regional businesses.
We’ll be on-site every day, so make sure to stop by and say hello! 🌱
📍 Where: Agribusiness Pavilion, Elmore Field Days
📅 When: 7-9 October 2025
#ElmoreFieldDays #Agriculture #Agribusiness #FieldDaysFun #RegionalVictoria
Elmore Field Days & Events Centre RFCS Victoria West
We’re excited to be back at the Elmore Field Days this year! 👋
You’ll find us in the Agribusiness Pavilion, ready for a chat and to share how our services can support rural and regional businesses.
We’ll be on-site every day, so make sure to stop by and say hello! 🌱
📍 Where: Agribusiness Pavilion, Elmore Field Days
📅 When: 7-9 October 2025
#ElmoreFieldDays #Agriculture #Agribusiness #FieldDaysFun #RegionalVictoria
Elmore Field Days & Events Centre RFCS Victoria West
3 months ago
Farming Stronger Workshop - Numurkah
Running a farm takes more than hard work – it takes smart strategies to stay resilient, productive, and well. Join facilitator Cynthia Mahoney for a free practical workshop designed to get farmers and service-providers performing at their best - without burning out.
📅 Thursday 11th September 2025
🕙 10am – 2pm
📍 Shamrock Hotel, Melville St, Numurkah
Register now: www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1439832
Running a farm takes more than hard work – it takes smart strategies to stay resilient, productive, and well. Join facilitator Cynthia Mahoney for a free practical workshop designed to get farmers and service-providers performing at their best - without burning out.
📅 Thursday 11th September 2025
🕙 10am – 2pm
📍 Shamrock Hotel, Melville St, Numurkah
Register now: www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1439832
3 months ago