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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 secures $140,000 to support youth wellbeing

Published on 16 April 2026

Murrindindi Shire Council has secured $140,000 in VicHealth funding to deliver a new youth‑focused creative arts and active recreation program across the Shire, supporting healthier and more connected communities.

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Council adopts renewable energy guidelines for Murrindindi

Published on 01 April 2026

Murrindindi Shire Council has adopted the ‘Guidelines for Successful Renewable Energy in Murrindindi Shire’, providing a clear framework to guide how renewable energy projects are planned, assessed and supported across the municipality.

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Council endorses 10-year plan to improve local health services

Published on 31 March 2026

Murrindindi Shire Council has endorsed the Murrindindi Health Network Plan 2026–2036, a coordinated 10-year roadmap to improve health outcomes, strengthen local services and address critical workforce challenges across the Shire.

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Local jobs powering bushfire recovery across Murrindindi

Published on 30 March 2026

Murrindindi Shire Council’s bushfire response and recovery works are supporting a significant local workforce, with contracted tree works being undertaken by businesses based in Murrindindi, Mansfield, Yarra Ranges and Mitchell shires.

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Murrindindi Mayor appointed to State Mayoral Advisory Panel

Published on 27 March 2026

Murrindindi Shire Council Mayor, Cr Damien Gallagher, has been appointed to the Victorian Government’s Local Government Mayoral Advisory Panel (LGMAP) for 2026, providing the Murrindindi community with a direct voice in key state-level discussions about the future of local government.

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Bank closure a serious setback to bushfire recovery

Published on 26 March 2026

Murrindindi Shire Council has expressed deep concern about the decision to close the Community Bank Kinglake branch, warning it risks undermining bushfire recovery and will leave the community without a critical local service.

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Murrindindi invites visitors to experience autumn and support recovery

Published on 25 March 2026

Murrindindi Shire Council is inviting visitors to experience the region this autumn, with a strong line-up of new experiences, events and campaigns showcasing the best of “Dindi” following the January 2026 bushfires.

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Call to prioritise fuel and fertiliser for bushfire recovery

Published on 20 March 2026

Murrindindi Shire Council has formally requested the State and Federal Governments to take immediate action to safeguard access to fuel and fertiliser, warning that supply pressures and increased costs risk slowing bushfire recovery across the region.

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Great Victorian Rail Trail remains closed for community safety

Published on 20 March 2026

Murrindindi Shire Council is reminding the community that while some closed sections of the Great Victorian Rail Trail may appear safe, significant risks remain. Residents and visitors are urged to respect closure signage and safety barriers.

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Murrindindi businesses connect at recovery breakfast

Published on 13 March 2026

Local businesses from across Murrindindi Shire gathered in Alexandra on Thursday 12 March for the first Murrindindi Business Network Breakfast for 2026, providing an opportunity to reconnect, share timely information and access practical support as the community continues its recovery and rebuilding from the January 2026 Longwood bushfires.

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January 2026 Fire (Longwood)

Council News

Council secures $140,000 to support youth wellbeing

Council adopts renewable energy guidelines for Murrindindi

Council endorses 10-year plan to improve local health services

Local jobs powering bushfire recovery across Murrindindi

Murrindindi Mayor appointed to State Mayoral Advisory Panel

Bank closure a serious setback to bushfire recovery

Murrindindi invites visitors to experience autumn and support recovery

Call to prioritise fuel and fertiliser for bushfire recovery

Great Victorian Rail Trail remains closed for community safety

Murrindindi businesses connect at recovery breakfast

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