One of 10 initiatives statewide, the Regional Flood Risk Reduction Grants Program will support infrastructure such as moveable barriers and flood gates.
Premier Jacinta Allan hopes the investment in mitigation can limit the impact of future disasters.
“There has been a significant amount of work done to rebuild communities after recent flood events, and we will continue to do what we can to support residents, business owners and others into the future,” she said.
“Supporting flood mitigation works will help communities plan ahead and minimise the impacts of emergencies.”
Funding for the projects will be shared between state and local government, including Campaspe Shire Council, North Central Catchment Management Authority and VICSES.
The funds will be administered by Emergency Management Victoria.
State Member for Northern Victoria Jaclyn Symes said the funding would help future-proof towns such as Rochester.
“We’ve seen first hand the impact flooding can have on our community,” she said.
“These grants will help us strengthen our defences and build a more resilient future.”
Flood mitigation suggestions are being invited by Campaspe Shire Council until Sunday, August 31.
Forms are available from Rochester library; submissions can be sent via email clearly marked ‘Rochester Flood Study’ to shire@campaspe.vic.gov.au; or can submitted online at campaspe.vic.gov.au/Plan-build/Works-projects/Rochester-Flood-Study-2025-Update
There will also be three drop-in sessions at Rochester Shire Hall, on Monday, August 25 from 10.30am to 12.30pm, 2.00pm to 4.00pm, and 5.00pm to 6.30pm.
Times can be booked by calling the council’s customer service team on 5481 2200 from Thursday, August 14.
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