Disaster Relief and Community Recovery.
In January 2026, Alexandra and surrounding districts were significantly impacted by the Longwood bushfire. Homes, farmland, livestock, and local infrastructure were affected, and many individuals and families are now navigating the long path from emergency response to recovery.
As a community-based organisation, Alexandra Events Corporation Ltd has stepped in to support locally led relief and recovery efforts. Drawing on our experience coordinating large-scale community initiatives, we are currently delivering and supporting a number of practical, on-the-ground programs to assist those impacted.
This page outlines the key initiatives currently underway and how to access support or contribute.
Alexandra Disaster Relief Fund
To support practical recovery needs, Alexandra Events has established the Alexandra Disaster Relief Fund.
Funds raised are used to support locals with essential, immediate costs, including:
- Replacing uninsured or underinsured boundary fencing
- Access to relief hay
- Agistment costs
- Other critical recovery expenses as identified locally
Who it supports
- Fire-affected individuals, families, and properties across the Alexandra district
Murrindindi Mobile Health Van
Following the bushfires, access to mental health, wellbeing, and basic health support has been a critical need across the district.
Alexandra Events is coordinating the Murrindindi Mobile Health Van, delivering mobile, outreach-based support directly into the community.
What this provides
- Mental health and wellbeing support
- Access to Nurse Practitioners and GPs
- Basic health checks and social support
- A safe place to talk, decompress, and be referred to further services if needed
Where
- Capacity to deploy across Murrindindi Shire as required
When
- Ongoing availability subject to staffing and demand
How it works
- Services are delivered in partnership with local health providers
- Walk-up support is available
- Referrals are coordinated on site where required
📧 Enquiries: info@alexandraevents.com.au
Emergency Hay Coordination and Livestock Support
The bushfires have placed significant pressure on landholders, particularly those managing livestock.
Alexandra Events is coordinating emergency hay and livestock support for fire-affected properties across Alexandra and surrounding localities (Alexandra, Yarck, Gobur, Terip Terip, Molesworth, and more). This program aims to match donated hay with farmers who need it.
How do I access this service?
- Visit the Alexandra Hay Depot, located at Station Street, Alexandra (opposite Yenckens). The Depot is open from 8am to 12pm on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays (or other times by appointment).
- Let us know what you need. We will take some details from you (name, address, etc).
- We can arrange delivery to your property, or you can collect from site. We have a range of rounds, large squares, small squares, etc available.
Need more information?
For more details, or to offer donations, contact:
Matt Ellis |Â matt@alexevents.com.au |Â 0493 838 245
Andrew Embling | 0418 266 038
Dozens of events. Thousands of visitors. Millions spent in the region.
We worked with Alexandra Events for the staging of the Great Victorian Bike Ride. We couldn't have asked for a better crew to work with.
We worked with Alexandra Events for the staging of the Great Victorian Bike Ride. We couldn't have asked for a better crew to work with.
We worked with Alexandra Events for the staging of the Great Victorian Bike Ride. We couldn't have asked for a better crew to work with.
