Community Programs

Swan Hill Rural City Council, in partnership with State and Federal Government, can provide an additional range of services for the community.  An example of the additional services can be found below.

		Drought Social Relief
		The ongoing drought has had a significant cumulative impact on the Swan Hill Municipality. Its devastating consequences not only effects our rural sector, but also our local businesses, families, individuals and community as a whole throughout the region.

		Sister City - Yamagata
		The link between Swan Hill and Yamagata officially occurred in 1980 and was one of the earliest Sister City arrangements with Japan. The exchange of sealed documents took place in ceremonies both in Yamagata and Swan Hill after almost 18 months of negotiations

		Community Grants
		Swan Hill Rural City Council, as part of its annual budget, has set aside funds that are available to suitably qualified community organisations to obtain financial assistance to pursue their organisation's objectives.

		Swan Hill Healthy Minds Network
		The Swan Hill community wanted a better understanding about depression and mental illnesses and how it could reduce and prevent suicides in the region. The Mayor of Swan Hill Rural City Council called for a roundtable discussion with key people who provide

		Regional Arts Assistance
		Are you an artist or community group interested in undertaking an arts project? If so, please contact Liz Andrews, Regional Arts Development Officer, Regional Arts Victoria.  This full-time position is made available through a partnership between Regional

		Food For All
		Food For All is designed to improve access to and consumption of, fresh fruit and vegetables for healthy eating, and is a Food Security program. VicHealth will fund the Food For All program for the next three years.