Events
Insurance Council of Australia Information and Claim Support day
An event to support policy holders navigate their way through their bushfire insurance claims
Policyholders will be invited to register for an appointment for a one-one-consultation.
As part of this event Anglicare will co-locate with ICA.
When: 15 September, 10.00 to 4.00pm
Where: Harcourt Leisure Centre, Binghams Road, Harcourt
Register:Schedule your appointment
If you need some help with your insurance claim or support to meet with your insurer on the day, contact Anglicare’s Financial Counselling team on 03 5440 1100 or at DisasterFC@anglicarevic.org.au.
Workshop – Pruning fire-damaged fruit trees
Join Katie and Hugh Finlay from Grow Great Fruit for a hands-on workshop where you'll learn to prune fire-damaged fruit trees.
Come along to learn the fundamentals of good pruning and have an opportunity to practise your new skills
When: 13 September, 1.00pm to 3.00pm
Where: 19 Twyford Street, Harcourt
Cost: Free for all fire-affected people.
Register:Register for the workshop
Harcourt Progress Association Annual General Meeting
Join HPA's Annual General Meeting.
When: 29 October, 7.00pm
Where: Harcourt Valley Community House
RSVP: bit.ly/HPC-AGM-RSVP
Please note: Only financial members have voting rights at the meeting and must have paid their dues 14 business days prior to the advertised meeting date (15 October 2026).
Learn how to support those affected by emergency events
Introduction to Personal Support for Community Leaders is a session about supporting and facilitating self-recovery following an emergency.
Learn simple, safe ways to support those affected by emergency events, your colleagues and yourself. This free session is ideal for community leaders, volunteers, and anyone supporting people impacted by emergencies.
When: Sunday 13 October, 12.00pm-2.00pm
Where: Harcourt Valley Community House
Bookings: Email: harcourtvalleych@gmail.com to book your place.
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