food security victoria

Inquiry into Food Security in Victoria

Last week VicHealth provided a submission to the Legislative Council Legal and Social Issues Committee Inquiry into food security. These recommendations are designed to address the multifaceted factors influencing food insecurity and to develop…

Our local Federal Member for Casey Acknowledges our Impact at AGM

Earlier today the LinC Yarra Valley community met for the Annual General Meeting at Woori Yallock Presbyterian Church. Read our Annual Report here. Our local Federal Member for Casey Acknowledges our Impact at AGM Our local Federal…

LinC calling for support in the face of high demand for fresh food

Extreme demand for food relief has seen LinC Yarra Valley’s Fresh Food Program record a dramatic increase in people accessing their stocks. In the last financial year, LinC recorded $1.62 million of fresh food that was delivered to the…
LinC Play Yarra Junction playgroup

Linc Yarra Valley launches Linc Play

We are excited to announce a new program that is available to the Yarra Junction community on Friday mornings. LinC Play is a playgroup held during the school term at Upper Yarra Family Centre, 2442-2444 Warburton Highway, Yarra Junction. How…

Farewell and thank You Marylin Leermakers, LinC's Founder

Victoria says good-bye to Marylin Leermakers who is moving to Queensland for a new adventure with her family. Thank you for your vision, passion and commitment for over 30 years. We will miss you! LinC Yarra Valley and National Life-time member Based…

Community Value Statement FY2024 showcases our Impact in the Yarra Valley Community

This is the 33rd Year that Linc Yarra Valley has been assisting the community through our member churches and volunteers. We are a registered Not for Profit organisation and a network of local church and community volunteers who help people…

LinC Yarra Valley Fresh Food Program

Hardship can happen to anyone and the cost of fresh food can make it difficult for people in need to maintain a balanced diet. We have been working in partnership with local churches delivering these free programs to the community for over ten…

Incentivising Food Donations to Charitable Organisations Senate Bill

Legislation introduced next week aims to unlock tonnes of fresh fruit and vegetables for hungry Australians struggling with the cost-of-living crisis. Western Australian Senator Dean Smith will table a Private Senator’s Bill, the Incentivising…

Charities urge government to urgently increase income support

Seven of Australia’s largest food and emergency relief providers have called on the Government to accept the overwhelming evidence of hardship in Australia and urgently increase the rate of JobSeeker and other working age payments. In April…

Volunteer Opportunities for local Yarra Valley, Remote and Interstate Roles

We have local Yarra Valley, remote and interstate roles you can assist with. We have more than 120 LinC church and community volunteers supporting individuals and families within our community on a weekly basis. Our volunteers are locals…

Support LinC Yarra Valley: How Your Donations Make a Difference

In the heart of the Upper Yarra Valley we stand as a pillar of support for families and individuals in need. Every week, we assist hundreds of people through a range of practical services, including providing fresh food and food parcels. This…

The Transformative Power of Volunteering

Volunteering with LinC Yarra Valley offers numerous benefits, from strengthening community bonds to enhancing personal growth and well-being. As a network of churches dedicated to practical support and unconditional love, LinC Yarra Valley exemplifies…