Rural Australians for Refugees Benalla raises $620 for Asylum Seeker Resource Centre

"Many thanks to all the Benalla residents who have bought my home-made goodies and made generous donations," Ms Monger said.

"The money will be much appreciated by the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre who, in the absence of any government aid, support refugees with essentials including food, accommodation, English lessons, medical needs and legal assistance.

"The focus of the ASRC at the moment is Afghan refugees."

Find out more about the ASRC and the work it does with asylum seekers at asrc.org.au