Drought Information for Victoria

For further information contact the Drought Information Line on 136 186, via email at customer.service@dpi.vic.gov.au or complete the online enquiry form.

Recent Updates Grants to Provide Support to Industry Development Organisations (PDF 43KB) for drought assistance projects for self help organisations during 2008-09. Applications due by 19 December 2008. New Drought Initiatives - October 2008 New Victorian Government drought-related media releases. For more information on the recent changes to federal government drought support go to DAFF - Drought publications (external link). The Dry Seasonal Conditions Report provides the latest report on weather, water resources, social and economic indicators, regional reports and DPI's response. Calender of drought events Hume Region Drought Newsletter
Climate and Weather Information on current weather conditions and climate, including drought, is available from DPI, the Bureau of Meteorology and other organisations.
Community Support Information on government initiatives to support rural and regional communities affected by drought.
Counselling and Personal Support There are a number of support services available to help people experiencing personal or family pressures caused by drought.
Drought Communication Information on the free DVDs: 'The Hard Yard' and 'A Step Ahead'.
Farming Information DPI can provide one-to-one advice to farmers in the most severely drought-affected areas. There are also helpful publications on a range of farming issues.
Financial Assistance Many areas of Victoria are now covered by Exceptional Circumstances support.
Water Information and Initiatives The Victorian Government have a number of water initiatives. Information is available here, in addition to links to information on water resources and water authorities.
Drought Calendar of Events There are a number of drought related events occurring across Victoria to assist farmers, support workers and the broader community to cope with drought.