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Keep in touch with the latest news and important announcements from Murrindindi Shire Council. Our website displays news items from the last six months. If you are trying to find an older news item, please email communications@murrindindi.vic.gov.au or contact (03) 5772 0333.

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Council paves the way with new Road Management Plan

Published on 27 June 2025

Murrindindi Shire Council has approved the Road Management Plan 2025-2029, following its presentation at the scheduled Council meeting on Wednesday 18 June. The Plan is the result of an extensive engagement process with the community, including Council’s Road Advisory Group (CRAG) and broader public consultation.

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Share your vision for the Boundary Creek Open Space Plan

Published on 27 June 2025

Murrindindi Shire Council is working with specialist landscape architects Michael Smith & Associates (MSA) to explore how the public open space at the east of Boundary Creek Boulevard could be transformed into a flood-resilient, community-friendly area.

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Government Response to Local Government Inquiry falls short

Published on 20 June 2025

Murrindindi Shire Council has expressed disappointment with the Victorian Government’s response to the Parliamentary Inquiry into Local Government Funding and Services, saying it offers little meaningful action for rural councils facing mounting financial pressure.

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Statewide On-Farm Drought Grants Now Open

Published on 20 June 2025

Grant programs within the Victorian Drought Support Package are now open and available to farmers across Victoria. Key programs open include, On Farm Drought Infrastructure Grants Program, Statewide technical decision-making support services open and 'Look Over the Farm Gate' Community Grant

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Council adopts responsible and community-focused Annual Budget

Published on 19 June 2025

Murrindindi Shire Council adopted its Annual Budget for 2025/26 at the scheduled meeting of Council on 18 June 2025. The $45.6 million Budget outlines how Council will deliver essential services and invest in key infrastructure projects across the Shire, while responsibly managing rising costs and limited funding.

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Meet Lee, Yea Library and Customer Service Team Leader

Published on 11 June 2025

If you’ve visited the Yea Library recently, chances are you’ve met Lee. With a background in teaching and educational publishing, Lee has always had a passion for helping others. Her career has taken her from classrooms to mentoring staff and supporting preservice teachers, giving her a wealth of experience she now brings to the library.

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Council welcomes ESVF levy cap for farmers, but says more must be done

Published on 10 June 2025

Council has welcomed the Victorian Government’s announcement to cap the Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund (ESVF) levy for primary production properties at 2024–25 levels for the next financial year. It offers much-needed short-term relief for farmers facing the worst drought conditions in over a decade, and follows strong, coordinated advocacy from farmers, communities, Council, and industry.

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King's Birthday Public Holiday Closure 2025

Published on 06 June 2025

Our Library and Customer Service Centres will be closed on Monday 9 June due to the King's Birthday Public Holiday. For matters such as stock on roads, dog attacks or unsafe road conditions, including fallen trees over roads, please call 5772 0333 at any time.

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Bringing Council closer with our new trailer

Published on 06 June 2025

Murrindindi Shire Council is taking a more visible and responsive approach to community connection with the launch of a new mobile community trailer designed to facilitate Council’s presence at local events, share information and support specific key services.

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Murrindindi East U3A introduces Pickleball

Published on 05 June 2025

Murrindindi East U3A is thrilled to introduce Pickleball fitness classes for seniors, now available at three venues: St. John’s Hall and The Community Gym in Alexandra, and Thornton Hall in Thornton.

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Council News

Council paves the way with new Road Management Plan

Share your vision for the Boundary Creek Open Space Plan

Government Response to Local Government Inquiry falls short

Statewide On-Farm Drought Grants Now Open

Council adopts responsible and community-focused Annual Budget

Meet Lee, Yea Library and Customer Service Team Leader

Council welcomes ESVF levy cap for farmers, but says more must be done

King's Birthday Public Holiday Closure 2025

Bringing Council closer with our new trailer

Murrindindi East U3A introduces Pickleball

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