Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund (ESVF)

The Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund (ESVF) will come into effect on 1 July . Council is legislated to collect this levy on behalf of the Victorian Government through the annual rates notice. Find out more >

Reducing financial vulnerability

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Financial security means basic living costs are met for

  • housing
  • food
  • transport
  • health
  • education

A household experiencing financial stress is not able to meet basic costs, which can affect their ability to participate fully in their community and can have significant impacts on their health and wellbeing.

Download the financial vulnerability fact sheet

A list of organisations that provide relief and support is available on the food relief programs in Cardinia Shire webpage.

Download the Services Supporting Cardinia Shire Directory to find out more about the range of local family, health, and social services available in Cardinia Shire.  This directory lists a range of services including financial, disability, employment and much more.