Rochester recovery hub officially opens

By Michael Lloyd

Oct 16, 2023

Commanding: Campaspe Shire Mayor Rob Amos addresses the crowd. Photos: Aidan Briggs Photo by Aidan Briggs

The Campaspe Shire Recovery Hub was officially opened in Rochester last Friday, with members from Campaspe Shire Council and the Victorian Government attending the late-morning event.

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Campaspe Shire Mayor Rob Amos spoke of the momentous day as the hub seeks to expedite the recovery process for flood victims.

“The opening of the recovery hub is an important milestone in the flood recovery process. Especially as this week marks the 12 months since the worst flooding event in living memory,” Cr Amos said.

“However, we must acknowledge that there’s still a long way to go for many of our impacted residents of Rochester.”

Announcement: Campaspe Shire Council chief executive officer Pauline Gordon speaks at the official opening. Photo by Aidan Briggs

The mayor highlighted the importance of the recovery hub and said it offered a range of services.

“Not only because it’s a central point where people can access information on the different types of support, but also navigating the challenges of the recovery process,” Cr Amos said.

“A range of government and non-government organisations also work under one roof to aid flood victims, including Anglicare.”

Standing together: Campaspe Shire Mayor Rob Amos and Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan attend the official opening of the Rochester recovery hub. Photo by Michael Lloyd

Cr Amos also thanked the government for the $1.9 million cash injection that provided the necessary funding for the recovery hub to open.

Newly-appointed Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan also discussed the challenges facing Rochester residents over the next few months.

“I would like to give a special thank you to the Shire of Campaspe Council and Mayor Rob Amos and your colleagues who are with us today,” Ms Allan said.

Resilient: Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan speaks at the Rochester recovery hub opening. Photo by Aidan Briggs

“Thank you for the work you have done. You live and work in your local communities and ... you are supporting the communities through such a long and, at times, complex recovery process.”