Catholic, Anglican and Uniting churches have indicated their support for this appeal which has been launched in response to the severity of the drought gripping the Southeast and West of NSW.

The Society is seeking support from the local community for farmers and their families in the country

Mr Warwick Fulton, President of St Vincent de Paul Society, Canberra/Goulburn, said this week that his organisation placed its resources where there is the greatest need and right now it was obvious that people in the bush are suffering extreme hardship.

“We know that Australians share our concerns and are always willing to make a contribution to help farmers in crisis.”

The St Vincent de Paul Society Canberra/Goulburn is calling on farmers, or others in the community affected by the drought to contact Vinnies for help on 02 6282 2722.

Vinnies will be able to provide immediate relief through food assistance and other household bill payments.

Financial donations are the most effective way to quickly provide the right kind of assistance.

To make an online donation, please visit www.vinnies.org.au/donate or donate at any Vinnies shop in the Canberra/Goulburn region.