Useful links
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Building Resilient Communities
This site is designed to support stronger Victorian communities. It aims to inform and connect people involved in community strengthening projects across Victoria, and to assist those who want to find out more about community strengthening approaches.
Regional Entry PointThe Regional Entry Point is one of the key services provided by the Australian Government Regional Information Service – a service for people living in regional, rural and remote areas of Australia. The site provides information and links to many Australian Government programs and services.
Future Farmers NetworkThe network is a national not-for-profit organisation that has been set up to encourage and support young people as they pursue and continue careers in agriculture and its related fields.
Foundation for Rural & Regional RenewalThe Foundation works by attracting support (cash and in kind) from businesses and other trusts and foundations, private individuals and communities. These donations are then distributed through a number of programs as grants for the benefit of rural and regional Australia.
Young Australian Rural NetworkYARN.gov.au is an interactive website designed for young people in rural industries. It is an Australian Government initiative which aims to provide people with a place to interact and share information with others around Australia.
Rural Law OnlineRural Law Online is designed to give rural Victorians access to plain language information on areas of law which affect them.
Victorian Drought SupportDrought assistance information and links from the Victorian Farmers' Federation.
Our Community Through the Our Community website, people can access a one-stop-gateway for practical resources, support and linkages between community networks and the general public, business and government – building capacity to strengthen the community in every Australian State and Territory.
Infoxchange AustraliaInfoxchange Australia is a not-for-profit social enterprise company focusing on community development using information technology as the primary tool to create positive social change.
Through Our Eyes A free, national, fortnightly public email bulletin. News and networking on women's legal needs in regional, rural and remote Australia.
Country Women's Association of Victoria Inc The Country Women's Association of Victoria Inc. is an organisation based on friendship and self-development opportunities for women of all races, religions and political beliefs. It is an organisation where women from rural and urban areas can meet as one, as the Women of the Country.
Rural Women's Awards The Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation Rural Women’s Award is designed to recognise and encourage the vital contribution women make to rural Australia. The Award is open to all women involved in agriculture, including forestry, fisheries, natural resource management and related service industries.
Business in Victoria Business in Victoria is a comprehensive online resource designed to help you start, run and grow your business. The site includes a link to Regional Development Victoria.
Rural FinanceRural Finance is Victoria's own specialist rural leader, providing financial products and services to Victorian primary producers and rural industries.
National Rural Health Alliance The National Rural Health Alliance is the peak body working to improve the health of Australians in rural and remote areas. It is comprised of 24 Member Bodies, representing both health consumers and service providers in non-metropolitan areas.
Rural Skills Rural Skills Australia provides advice, assistance and training to New Apprenticeships Centres, Job Network members and Registered Training Organisations on Rural New Apprenticeships.
Foundation for Australian Agricultural WomenAn independent non-profit organisation whose mission is to resource, empower, research, influence and partner for the benefit of rural women.
Community LawFree community legal advice, services, information and resources in Victoria.
Better Health ChannelHealth and medical information for consumers, from the Victorian government. Includes a searchable database of health services in Victoria.
Victorian Immigrant and Refugee Women's Coalition IncVictoria's independent, statewide advocate for immigrant and refugee women
Neighbourhood Houses Neighbourhood Houses are local organisations that provide social, educational and recreational activities for their communities in a welcoming supportive environment. Locate your local Neighbourhood House on this site.
Victoria Legal Aid Legal Aid Victoria provides legal aid in effective, economic and efficient ways. Another function is to provide the community with improved access to justice and legal remedies.
Women's Information Referral Exchange (WIRE) Provides free information, support and referrals to women across Victoria. Its services include a phone support service, a walk-in centre, training, education, and this comprehensive website.
Rural Health and Development Branch
The branch provides policy advice to the Minister and senior management on rural and regional health policy issues, manages a range of rural health projects and leads service and facility development and planning for rural health.
DPCD Grants
This website will help you or your organisation to find information about the Department of Planning and Community Development grants, make an application or view the priority areas for the Department.
GrantsLINK
Looking for a grant from the Australian Government? GrantsLINK will help you find it.
Australian Women In Agriculture
Australian Women in Agriculture is committed to promoting the profile of women in agriculture. As Australia’s peak organisation for agricultural women, members are a part of a committed and dedicated network.
Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry
The Australian Government Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry has the dual role of providing customer services to these industries, and addressing the challenges of natural resource management.
Drought Information for Victoria
Victorian Government Drought Taskforce has made available a number of resources to help the community get through the drought. This website contains a variety of information from DPI and other agencies.
Conservation Volunteers Australia
Aims to attract and manage a force of volunteers in practical conservation projects for the betterment of the Australian environment.
Environment Protection Authority
The Environment Protection Authority’s vision is: Together, as an informed community, we imagine, plan for and commit to achieving a healthier environment, knowing that, through our work, we can reach a sustainable future.
Department of Sustainability and Environment
The Department of Sustainability and Environment was established on 5 December 2002 to bring together the state's responsibilities for sustainability of the natural and built environment.
Greening Australia
Greening Australia works in partnership with landholders, the community, government and business to tackle environmental degradation in a practical, apolitical, scientific way.
Natural Heritage Trust
The Natural Heritage Trust was set up by the Australian Government in 1997 to help restore and conserve Australia's environment and natural resources. Since then, thousands of community groups and organisations have received funding for environmental and natural resource management projects.
Parks Victoria
Through effective environmental and visitor management, Parks Victoria is dedicated to preserving the natural and heritage values of the parks, bays, and waterways, including full protection of sensitive areas.