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Read the April update from FCVic CEO Zyl Hovenga‑Wauchope, covering regional service visits, cost of living advocacy, sector partnerships, early policy progress and key work ahead.
The Housing Resilience Action Plan 2030 sets out a coordinated, practical pathway to improve home insurance affordability for households living in high‑risk legacy homes. Developed with partners across insurance, banking, academia and the community sector, it calls for national leadership to support resilience, fairness and access to trusted advice.
An update on FCVic’s Digital Transformation Roadmap project, including recent sector consultations, technology and AI workshops, and the next steps towards developing a digital transformation framework and ethical AI guidelines for financial counselling.
This update from Social Security Rights Victoria shares a real client story highlighting how Centrelink’s Asset Hardship provisions can assist people experiencing severe financial hardship. It also outlines when and how asset exemptions may apply across a range of Centrelink payments.
FCVic has commenced a Governance Review of its Constitution to ensure it remains contemporary, clear, and fit for purpose. The review is being guided by the FCVic Board, supported by expert advice, and informed by consultation with members across surveys, briefings, and a dedicated workshop.
Three peak bodies for frontline community support services are sounding the alarm on a sharp rise in financial stress across Victoria, with demand for help outstripping capacity. Financial Counselling Victoria, Community Information & Support Victoria, and Neighbourhood Houses Victoria are calling for urgent State Government action to prevent further hardship for individuals, families, and communities.