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Help with housing

Housing VIC

housing.vic.gov.au website is the source of information for current public housing renters, potential social housing renters and anyone wanting to know about housing in Victoria.

Select your housing situation to see what additional support may be available for your situation.


Mortgage Stress Victoria

Mortgage Stress Victoria (MSV) is a free specialist service funded by the Victorian Government. They help Victorians in mortgage stress to stay in their homes sustainably. The MSV team consists of lawyers, financial counsellors, and social workers.

For more information visit Mortgage Stress Victoria or call them at 1800 572 292.


No Interest Loan Scheme (NILS)

The Good Shepherd No Interest Loan Scheme (NILS) provides interest-free loans for low-income earners to buy essential household items like fridges, washing machines, televisions, beds and clothes dryers.

This scheme may also help with other essential needs like some medical and dental services, health aids and education costs.

NILS cannot be used for:

  • Emergency relief
  • Bond or rent money
  • Living expenses
  • Debt repayment.

Further information

You can find a NILS or StepUP provider near you on the Good Shepherd Microfinance website.

Phone 13 NILS (13 6457)

Email Good Shepherd Microfinance

Visit the Good Shepherd Microfinance website

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