Financial support available

Rachna Madaan Bowen, Debra Welsh, Lydia Cheruiyot, Armita Abdollahyan and Kay Dilger from South East Community Links at a recent Pakenham Bring Your Bills Day event. (Stewart Chambers: 372491)

Pakenham residents struggling to make ends meet are encouraged to attend the upcoming Bring Your Bills Day event.

A joint effort between Southeast Community Links (SECL) and Cardinia Council, the Bring Your Bills Day will take place on Tuesday 24 September from 11am to 3pm at the Pakenham Library, with lunch provided and no bookings required.

Whether it’s electricity, gas, water bills, or navigating tenancy and consumer rights, experts will be on hand to offer guidance and support.

Attendees can discuss various services, including consultations on fines, housing, utility relief grants and concessions.

Southeast Community Links will have dedicated financial counsellors available to provide free and confidential advice, ensuring that individuals can access the financial support they need in a welcoming and supportive environment.

To support Cardinia Council’s diverse community, bi-lingual staff and interpreters will be available on the day to assist attendees, while children’s activities will be available to support families to attend.

For more information about Bring Your Bills Day, phone 9546 5255 or email info@secl.org.au