Services Australia mobile service centre
Visit the mobile service centre to find out about Australian Government payments and services for rural families, older Australians, students, job seekers, people with disability, carers, farmers and self-employed people.
We can also help veterans and their families connect to the Department of Veterans’ Affairs phone line and online services.
Staff can provide you with information and support. They can also help you create a myGov account. myGov is a simple and secure way to access government services online.
When: 9:30 am to 4:00 pm, Wednesday, 25 March 2026
Where: In front of the visitor information centre, Mostyn Street, Castlemaine
Harcourt Leisure Centre Relief Support
The Harcourt Leisure Centre is open from 11.00am - 3.00pm on Wednesdays and Fridays during February.
The following is available at the Leisure Centre:
- Support services (financial, Services Australia, wellbeing)
- Free pantry and household items
- Showers
Mail redirection
Australia Post is supporting communities affected by the recent bushfires by providing free mail redirection for up to 12 months for affected residents. For further information and how to apply visit Australia Post's mail redirection for special circumstances page.
Rates
To help our community focus on recovery, we’re postponing the next rates notices by one month. The due date has been extended from 28 February to 31 March for all residents across the shire. Find out more in the media release.
Food pantry
Water tanks
Replacement water is available for residents who are not connected to town water and rely on water tanks for their household supply. Find out more about the Victorian Government's emergency relief drinking water program for people affected by the January 2026 fires.
The Department of Health has information about preparing your water tank after a bushfire.
Meal support
Castlemaine Meal Train is providing homemade meals for those with young families affected by the fires. They are also collecting/distributing nappies, kids clothing, toys. Email: castlemainemealtrain@gmail.com.