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THE Glenelg Shire Council has welcomed the latest funding boost for south-west farmers, following the announcement of the State Government\u2019s renewed $75 million drought-relief package.<\/p>\n

The package includes funding for up to a 40 per cent reduction on council rates for eligible farmers, fee and duty relief and additional investment in mental health services and decision-making support. The latest injection brings the total support for local drought-affected communities to $144 million since May.<\/p>\n

Glenelg Shire Mayor Cr Karen Stephens praised the Victorian Government for its timely action.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis support package is a lifeline for many of our farmers, who are enduring one of the driest seasons in recent history,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe direct assistance will help address some of the immediate financial pressure and allow cash to be put back into the daily household budget or towards much needed stock feed.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe welcome the opportunity to work directly with the Victorian Government to administer this assistance and look forward to receiving further details on when these payment reductions can be applied. As a council we are on the ground with our communities every day\u2014we understand the hardship and we know how best to deliver the support where it\u2019s needed most.\u201d<\/p>\n

While the funding is a positive step, Cr Stephens stressed the importance of continued support for the agricultural sector.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis investment is an important start, but the road to recovery will be a long one. Drought impacts don\u2019t disappear with one funding round, they affect future production, mental wellbeing and local businesses well beyond a single season,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

\u201cCouncil will continue to advocate for additional resources and longer-term planning to ensure the future of our region\u2019s farming communities are secure and sustainable.\u201d<\/p>\n

To view the full range of financial, technical and wellbeing support available to drought impacted farmers visit agriculture.vic.gov.au\/drought<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

THE Glenelg Shire Council has welcomed the latest funding boost for south-west farmers, following the announcement of the State Government\u2019s renewed $75 million drought-relief package. The package includes funding for up to a 40 per cent reduction on council rates for eligible farmers, fee and duty relief and additional investment in mental health services and […]<\/p>\n

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