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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
  • The Dry Seasonal Conditions Report provides the latest report on weather, water resources, social and economic indicators, regional reports and DPI's response.
Climate and Weather
The Break Newsletter, climate, climate change, links to Bureau of Meteorology and other organisations.
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Community Support
Government initiatives to support rural and regional communities.
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Counselling and Personal Support
Personal counselling, financial counselling, Sustainable Farm Families, government initiatives.
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Drought Communication
Free DVDs: 'The Hard Yard' and 'A Step Ahead', drought advertising, drought flyer for use at events.
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Farming Information
Information Notes, Fruitcheque, Drought Feeding manuals, Farm Water Supplies booklet, weeds, stock containment areas, new rural landholders, AgriGater, links to other information sources.
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Financial Assistance
State government assistance, Exceptional Circumstances (EC), financial counselling, utility concessions.
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Water Information and Initiatives
State government assistance, links to water storage levels, Our Water Our Future, water authorities, Catchment Management Authorities.


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