Assistance

Food Bank

Our primary purpose is to provide food assistance to those in need. For assistance

As long as you live in the Moorabool Shire, have appropriate ID, and are in need of food assistance, you are able to access this service.

We provide a wide range of food and personal items and clients are able to choose from fresh fruit and vegetables, canned and packaged goods and frozen items. The amount given is dependent on the number of household members.

Identification is a MUST Centrelink card and Driver's Licence must be presented at EVERY visit, or other forms of photo ID is a MUST.

Bring your own shopping bags.

Find us at: 77 Main Street Bacchus Marsh Victoria

Phone: (03) 5367-6222

Aggressive and rude behaviour will not be tolerated.

No Interest Loans (NILS)

The No Interest Loans Scheme provides people on low incomes with flexible and affordable credit for the purchase of basic household goods. NILS loan up too $1500.00.

No fees, charges or interest.

Further Information

Contact The Neighbour's Place 03 5367 6222

Email tnpnils@iinet.net.au.

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Can I get a loan?

  • Have you lived at your current residence at least three months?

  • Do you have a current Health Care or Pension Card or are you a current Centrelink recipient?

  • Can you repay the loan?

What are the Loans Given For?

Loans are for the purchase of NEW goods ONLY, being generally for essential household items, such as:

  • Refrigerators

  • Washing Machines

  • Dryers

  • Furniture

  • Heating Appliances

  • Televisions

  • Personal Computers

  • Vehicle related

  • Health needs

  • Education needs

Loans are not available for rent or cash advances

Additional Information

Further Information

Contact The Neighbour's Place 03 5367 6222

Email tnpnils@iinet.net.au.

Website: www.nils.com.au