Free Financial Counselling Service
Funded by the Department of Justice. Whether as a result of the 2009 fires or more generally, if you need some help resolving financial issues – e.g. paying debts, accessing government assistance, advocacy with creditors, managing your mortgage.
Your local free service is provided by Anglicare Yarra Ranges:
47 – 51 Castella Street, Lilydale, 9735 4188.
For more general information on what financial counselling is, contact the Financial and Consumer Rights Council or phone 1800 007 007.
Free Legal Advice
Free legal advice, assistance and education provided by Eastern Community Legal Centre. ECLC’s lawyers can provide free legal advice on a range of issues, including family law; family violence and intervention orders; compensation for victims of crime; fines and infringements; car accidents; problems with neighbours, including fence and animal disputes; tenancy problems. If our lawyers are unable to advise you on a particular area of law, we will refer you to another service which is able to assist you.
The service is available at Healesville Community Link, 110 River Street, 9 am – 5 pm Tuesdays to Thursdays. An outreach service also operates on the fourth Thursday of each month at the Yarra Glen Memorial Hall, 45 Bell Street, Yarra Glen.
To make a confidential appointment to speak with a lawyer, phone 5962 1665 or 1300 79 70 88 to book a time at either office.
Information About Storm and Wind Damage
October 2016 saw some severe wind damage around the valley. The Shire has compiled a document outlining the most Frequently Asked Questions about the aftermath. There’s also an update published on Nov 4 with information about cleaning up fallen trees.
