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Statement from Mayor Rosie Annear
Calling all young filmmakers: Entries now open for the COscars Youth Film Festival
It’s game on at the shire’s sports and recreation reserves
Have your say on proposed rail trail
Historic silver jug and salver returns home to Mount Alexander Shire
Commemorating Sorry Day and National Reconciliation Week
Council News – 23 May 2023
Help us shape the future of disability, access and inclusion in Mount Alexander Shire
Let’s work together on our Middle Years Plan
Youth artwork on display in Castlemaine’s Phee Broadway Theatre foyer
Creek renamed Larni Barramal Yaluk
Council News – 16 May 2023
Road safety works begin along Walker Street in Castlemaine
Council News – 9 May 2023
Mayor's Message
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Thank you, volunteers, for your hard work and generosity
Council News – 2 May 2023
Council News – 25 April 2023
Council releases proposed budget for 2023/2024
Council invites local artists to take over the Phee Broadway Theatre foyer
Council Grants boost 18 community groups across the shire
Council announces Project Advisory Group for Castlemaine Heritage Study
Council News – 18 April 2023
Mayor Annear appointed to State advisory panel
Council News – 11 April 2023
Council News – 4 April 2023
Councillors commemorate HMAS Castlemaine at Williamstown pier
Update: Flood recovery and emergency management
Council News – 28 March 2023
Adventure Bingo encourages residents to be active and explore walks across the region
Road safety works continue on Fogartys Gap Road
Council News – 21 March 2023
Take action and help Council fight climate change
Become a community leader through the Women Leading Locally Fellowship
Connect with a neighbour over 2-for-1 lunch this Neighbour Day
Celebrate National Playgroup Week by coming to a free pop-up playgroup
Council News – 7 March 2023
Mayor's Message
Project to revive historic gates at Castlemaine Botanical Gardens gets underway
Community members needed for housing reference groups
Read all about backyard buddies in the latest StoryWalk
Council News – 28 February 2023
Free seeds to grow-along with Costa from patch-to-plate
Let’s get better at talking to each other
Council News – 21 February 2023
Join us at the Regional Zero Emissions Forum to explore climate solutions
Parallax returns home to the Phee Broadway Theatre
Council News – 14 February 2023
Give your business a boost in 2023 with free workshops
Volunteer to help our senior residents stay socially connected
Calling all local businesses: attract visitors with the 2023-2024 Official Visitor Guide
Council News – 7 February 2023
Have your say on electoral structure review
Have your say on plans to remove permits for camping on private property where there is a dwelling
Thanks for joining us at the Australia Day – Survival Day community event
Council News – 31 January 2023
Give your project a boost with a Council grant
Have your say on the future of aged care services
Let’s work together to support families and kids aged 8-12
Council News – 24 January 2023
You’re invited to the shire’s Australia Day – Survival Day celebrations
Have your say on updates to Governance Rules and Local Law Meeting Procedure
Council News - 17 January 2023
Community satisfaction survey starts soon
Council invites residents to help prioritise budget spend
Council News – 3 January 2023
Council News – 10 January 2023
Nominate an amazing Australian for the 2023 Australia Day Awards
Upgrades set for Bill Woodfull Recreation Reserve
Changes to Council services over the festive season
Extra free green waste disposal in January
Be prepared this fire danger period
Join our team and become a school crossing supervisor
Froomes Road bridge update
Council News – 20 December 2022
Summer speed limit in place along Golden Point Road
Council News – 13 December 2022
Let’s talk about disability, access and inclusion
Council News – 6 December 2022
Independent panel recommends further work for Plan Harcourt
Public notice – proposed sublease of Council property
Have your say on draft Early Years Plan
Merry Christmas from Mount Alexander Shire Council
Mayor's Message
Congratulations to our 2022 Youth Award winners
Council News – 29 November 2022
It’s time for your togs!
Let’s talk about climate change
Council supports 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence
Council News – 22 November 2022
Free green waste disposal available from 25 November to 12 December 2022
Celebrate Christmas with the Mount Alexander Shire community
Cr Annear elected Mount Alexander Shire Mayor
Let’s get physical!
Council News – 15 November 2022
Join Council’s hunt for heritage
Events Grants awarded to 15 groups across the shire
Volunteer for a community Christmas lunch
Council News – 8 November 2022
Council adopts Annual Report 2021/2022
New permanent exhibition in Castlemaine celebrates First Nations People
Council News – 1 November 2022
Council calls for climate change champions
Council’s vision for more affordable housing gets closer
Council News – 25 October 2022
Flood response update from Mount Alexander Shire Council
Council seeks community involvement in the Castlemaine Heritage Study
Council News – 18 October 2022
Council News – 11 October 2022
Council News – 4 October 2022
Community Satisfaction Survey results are in
Nominate an outstanding young person for youth awards
Council spreads festive cheer with Christmas celebration grants
Are you prepared for flood?
Learn to support mental health in young people
Council calls for input to guide future planning
Council awards 15 local groups with Community Grants
Council News – 27 September 2022
Council News – 20 September 2022
INVEST in the future of your business
Let’s make sure our kids and families thrive
Healthy Heart of Victoria becomes Healthy Loddon Campaspe
Council News – 13 September 2022
Restorative works begin on former Wesleyan Church
Council News – 6 September 2022
Council News – 30 August 2022
Have your say on designs for new community pavilion and multi-use courts at Camp Reserve
Council to improve the safety of Fogartys Gap Road thanks to funding
Celebrating National Meals on Wheels Day
Council News – 23 August 2022
Come along to the 2022 Emergency Expo
We’re revitalising Old Bank Corner in Maldon
Let’s get the Castlemaine Railway Precinct on track for the future
Share your feedback on the draft Maldon Historic Central Area Review
Council News – 16 August 2022
Rehabilitation works on the way for Castlemaine landfill site
Council News – 9 August 2022
Call for members for new group to build accessible community
Young musicians gear up for Battle of the Bands
Council is on the road to delivering on climate goals
Book in now for small business support opportunities
Council News – 2 August 2022
Take care and stay well this winter
Council News – 26 July 2022
Battle of the Bands is back
Council News – 19 July 2022
Guildford Avenue of Honour tree works
Can La Larr Ba Gauwa Mountain Bike Park host the Comm Games?
Council News – 12 July 2022
Get your project off the ground with a Council grant
Council News – 5 July 2022
‘Dusk’ sculpture settles in new Castlemaine Botanical Gardens home
Mayor's Message
Community Wellbeing Services – Listening Post
Updated Maldon Design Guidelines ready to be submitted for approval by the Minister for Planning
Talk with us about affordable housing
Council adopts 2022/2023 budget
Council News - 28 June 2022
Modern and vibrant – Mount Alexander Shire Council’s refreshed look
Froomes Road bridge update
Council’s plan to reduce the risk of roadside bushfires
Tree works start soon
Outdoor spaces continue to transform following COVID-19 restrictions
Council News – 21 June 2022
Save the date for Emergency Expo 2022: Know Your Area, Know Your Risk
Get Together to celebrate and support our local creatives
Council News – 15 June 2022
Shape the future of Campbells Creek Recreation Reserve
Health and wellbeing bus Peggy hits the road
Council News – 7 June 2022
Council News – 31 May 2022
Council News – 24 May 2022
Council News – 17 May 2022
Council News – 10 May 2022
Thank you to our amazing volunteers
Consultations on the future of the Froomes Road bridge are open
Council News – 3 May 2022
Create a happier and healthier workplace environment
Let’s talk about road safety during the school run
Chat to our planning team at the Castlemaine Civic Centre
Council News – 26 April 2022
Council releases proposed budget for 2022/2023
Second round of Events Grants awarded
Council News – 19 April 2022
Council News – 12 April 2022
Winning films celebrated at the COscars Youth Film Festival
Council News – 5 April 2022
Pride Across the Ages: Join our podcast launch and listening party
First round of 2022 Community Grants awarded
Council News – 29 March 2022
Council develops two new plans to protect the Castlemaine Botanical Gardens
Parking changes in Mostyn Street, Castlemaine
Let's talk about community buildings in the shire
Have your say on asset management in the shire
Phee Broadway Theatre foyer comes to life
Come and view the new landscape design plans for Harcourt roundabout
Come and enjoy local music at Maldon’s Old Bank Corner
Council News – 22 March 2022
World Heritage bid set to elevate goldfields tourism to the global stage
Winning films to screen at COscars Youth Film Festival
Council News – 15 March 2022
Pool season wraps up
Council secures funding to address shire growth and housing needs
Invite your neighbour for a 2-for-1 lunch deal this Neighbour Day
Council News – 8 March 2022
Village Square program bringing the community together
Changes to help manage dogs and cats in Mount Alexander Shire
Vale John Landy
Council News – 1 March 2022
Book in now for our next small business workshop
Council News – 22 February 2022
Exhibit your artwork in the Phee Broadway Theatre Foyer
Council News – 15 February 2022
Update on proposed supermarket in Forest Street
Storm and flood response update
Lifeguard shortage to impact final weeks of outdoor pool season
Small business workshops kick off for 2022
Council News – 8 February 2022
Entries open for the COscars Youth Film Festival
Council prepares amendment to planning scheme
Council News – 1 February 2022
Congratulations to Australia Day Award winners
Council News – 25 January 2022
Community satisfaction survey starts soon
Council News – 18 January 2022
Local artists market ushers in the New Year with a new date in 2022
Planning scheme amendment for Harcourt on public exhibition
Local bike workshops for teens and tweens
Australia Day – Survival Day Celebrations
Council News – 11 January 2022
Public Notice - 4 January 2022
Christmas and New Year Opening Hours in Castlemaine
Community Grants Awarded
Merry Christmas from Mount Alexander Shire Council
Public Notice - 21 December 2021
Public Notice- 14 December 2021
The Wararack Initiatives are our collective journey to a climate safe future
Council outlines plan to improve residents’ health
Public Notice - 7 December 2021
Congratulations to business award winners
Time for community fun at local pools!
Council’s putting safety first at Expedition Pass Reservoir
Shire gets creative to celebrate Christmas
Public Notice - 30 November 2021
New footpaths to improve connectivity
Public Notice - 23 November 2021
Council helps bud next generation of horticulturalists
Residents invited to provide feedback on budget priorities
Cr Maltby elected Mount Alexander Shire Mayor
Council releases report on 2020/2021 achievements
Public Notice - 16 November 2021
Show to shine a light on impact of family violence
Maldon’s heritage is a local affair
Assistance available for businesses to expand outdoors
Public Notice - 9 November 2021
Shire displays artists’ gifted works
Lighting upgrades to restore historic streetscapes to begin
Business award finalists for 2021 revealed
Public Notice - 2 November 2021
Council creates new role to address housing challenge
Learn to support mental health in young people
Roadside slashing program underway
Winning youth films celebrated at outdoor festival
Public Notice - 26 October 2021
Help is at hand for COVID-19 vaccination proof
Time to celebrate children in Mount Alexander Shire
Council adopts 10-year community vision and four-year plan for Mount Alexander Shire
Public Notice - 19 October 2021
Children’s road safety runs in this family
New lights shine on Council’s emissions reductions
Council support for residents impacted by COVID-19
Federal funds bring on community building upgrades
Public Notice - 12 October 2021
Public notice - Proposed renaming of Jim Crow Creek
Shopfront improvement program open for business
New public space initiative brings town centres to life
Public Notice - 5 October 2021
Top youth-made films to screen at outdoor festival
Council announces events grants
Council’s draft four-year plan open for feedback
Public Notice - 28 September 2021
Dispose of green waste for free (30 October to 15 November)
Call for 2022 Australia Day Awards nominations
Public Notice - 21 September 2021
Public Notice - 14 September 2021
Congratulations to business award nominees
Public Notice - 7 September 2021
Deadline nears for finalising Council's priorities
Public Notice - 1 September 2021
Next step under way to protect Maldon's heritage
Public Notice - 24 August 2021
Public notice - 17 August 2021
Town centres get a lift
Council meeting - Tuesday 17 August 2021
Shire residents report highest-ever satisfaction with Council
More lighting for Castlemaine Botanical Gardens
Public notice - 10 August 2021
Council welcomes new Director for Infrastructure and Development
Nominate your favourite business now
Cosy up this winter with sustainable living workshops
Update on trial pedestrian crossing in Maldon
Proposal to sell former Wesleyan Church in Chewton
Rate notices on the way
Entries open for the COscars Youth Film Festival
Game change on to boost women’s sport at Harcourt
Get Lost Activation grants nurture our creative strengths
Public notice - 27 July 2021
Update on 2021-2025 Council Plan community forums
Council meeting update
Public notice - 20 July 2021
Council update on snap five-day lockdown restrictions
Council meeting update
Apply for a community or event grant
Come together to help shape the next four years of the shire
Council meeting update
Discounted desexing vouchers available
Update on Plan Harcourt
Flex your mental muscles at online business workshop
Public notice - 6 July 2021
Public notice - Proposed lease of Council property
Public notice - 29 June 2021
Tree works start soon
Public notice - 22 June 2021
Take a cultural field trip during NAIDOC Week
Update on Maldon Streetscape Revitalisation Project
Local art brightens the magnificent Market Building
Come and support our youth-led pop-up art cafe
Budget boost for community projects
Public notice – 15 June 2021
Public notice - 11 June 2021 - Mayor and Councillor allowances
Public notice – 8 June 2021
Customer and visitor service centres reopen
A little extra time to pay your rates
Flex your mental muscles at business workshop
Public notice – 1 June 2021
Improvements to Harcourt’s Avenue of Honour on the way
Council update on return to circuit breaker restrictions
Public notice – 25 May 2021
Come and chat to reconnect
Council welcomes new Australian citizens
Be a part of reconciliation in Mount Alexander Shire (National Reconciliation Week 27 May - 3 June)
Council grants to boost community projects
Council signs on to VECO, Australia’s largest ever emissions reduction project by local government
Public notice – 18 May 2021
Mayor thanks volunteers for time and talent
Change of venue for music and arts festival
Get ready at the Emergency Response Expo this May
Public notice – 11 May 2021
Leaf collection program underway
New survey seeks feedback on outdoor spaces
Council to trial pedestrian crossing in Main Street, Maldon
Local prosecuted for dog attack
Public notice – 4 May 2021
Council awards events grants
Call for ideas to cut community carbon emissions
Shakin’ the Shed- Live @ the Goods Shed
Log on to Connect Mount Alexander for your chance to win!
Workshops for business for a happy, healthier mind
Public notice – 27 April 2021
New initiatives to support Aboriginal business and employment opportunities
It’s your community, so what’s your vision?
Council releases proposed budget for 2021-2022
Provide input on the future of waste management
Public notice - 20 April 2021
Tree-mendous! Castlemaine oak nominated for top honour
New members join LGBTIQA+ Steering Group
Let’s talk cats and dogs
Fence works to affect parking near station
Public notice - 13 April 2021
Public notice - 7 April 2021
Public notice - 30 March 2021
Endangered butterfly species to benefit from habitat works
Apply for the Land Management Rate
See the future of Norwood Hill Recreation Reserve in new master plan
Public notice - 23 March 2021
Share your experience with the NDIS
Connect with your community for Neighbour Day
Public notice - 16 March 2021
Work set to commence on new change rooms at Harcourt
Collective approach to combat graffiti
Celebrate National Playgroup Week!
Come along to the March Council meeting
Pool season wraps up
Public notice - 9 March 2021
Be part of shaping the future of our shire
Council brings outdoor spaces to life during autumn
Have your say on parking and traffic at Expedition Pass Reservoir
Public notice - 2 March 2021
Applications open for Youth Advisory Group 2021
New electric vehicle chargers on the way
Mondo Lounge is back for face-to-face fun times!
New bridge open in Harcourt
Public notice - 23 February 2021
Have a say on design plans for Frederick Street precinct
School crossing supervisors drive safety message home
Streetscape works progress in Maldon
Council adopts new community engagement policy
Council adopts Code of Conduct
New footpaths for Chewton
Public notice - 16 February 2021
Opportunity for businesses to be part of new visitor guide
Update on proposed supermarket in Forest Street
Update on return to Stage 4 COVID-19 restrictions
Apply now for an events grant!
Coming home to kick off 2021 season at the Phee
Come along to the next Council meeting
Help to stop fruit fly outbreak
Public notice - 9 February 2021
New picnic tables open up outdoor dining options
Community satisfaction survey starts soon
Beat the bite this summer
Public notice - 2 February 2021
Council’s small business workshops for 2021 kicks off
Congratulations to Australia Day Award winners
Join us this Australia Day
Public notice - 26 January 2021
New fence at Western Reserve
Public notice - 19 January 2021
Apply for a creative industry, event or community grant
Castlemaine skate competition ready to kick off
Public notice - 12 January 2021
Have your say on Melbourne’s agriculture land
Have your say on community engagement policy
Public notice - 22 December 2020
Expand your outdoor dining this summer
Pick up your wallet card to help stay mentally well
Residents urged to get tested for COVID-19
Take the family on a story walk this summer
Sod turned on smalltown streetscape project
Taradale unveils tribute to world-class shearers
Council awards community grants
Summer speed reduction along Golden Point Road
Take action to fight fruit fly
Public notice - 15 December 2020
Council welcomes funding to improve community safety
Council services during the holidays
Five reasons to go local first this Christmas
Council and local police launch Christmas bauble project
Are you prepared for flood?
Join us for a community Christmas lunch
Public notice - 8 December 2020
Grab your swimmers and head to the pool!
Apply now to join the LGBTIQ+ Steering Group
Seeking further feedback on Norwood Hill Rec Reserve
Have a say on Campbells Creek Recreation Reserve
Public notice - 1 December 2020
Get ready for event fun in 2021
Enjoy local youth film competition online
Nominations open for top civic awards
Council announces 2020-21 At Home line up
Healthy Heart of Victoria launches Adventure Bingo to get residents active across the region
Five ways to enjoy the Castlemaine Botanical Gardens
New radio show helps seniors share their stories
Public notice - 24 November 2020
New Mayor Elect and Deputy Mayor Elect
Don’t miss out on last business workshops for 2020
Youth survey to help shape youth priorities
Maldon’s underground power project now underway
Go local first to support local business
Public notice - 17 November 2020
Rate reminder notices on the way soon
Harcourt play space open for fun
Stay safe and be kind as we welcome back visitors
Public notice - 10 November 2020
Mount Alexander Shire Council election results
Public notice - 3 November 2020
Roadside slashing program underway
Improving habitat for endangered butterfly
Plan for business success with November workshops
Nominations open for Australia Day Awards
Online workshop to help avoid volunteer burnout
Baringhup Recreation Reserve improvements underway
Works to underground power in Maldon start soon
Share your stories about Maldon CBD
Local bridges set for improvements following funding
Public notice - 27 October 2020
Have a big night in with live music gig Iso-Bop!
New bridge for Harcourt
Small business support and opportunities in October
Public notice - 20 October 2020
Now is the time to get online and get connected (National Get Online Week)
Time is running out to register your pool or spa
Tactile markers to improve accessibility in CBD
Discover the birds in your backyard
Public notice - 13 October 2020
Dispose of green waste for free
Public notice - 6 October 2020
Council customer service centres to reopen
Public notice - 29 September 2020
Rate notice apology
Public notice - 22 September 2020
Community projects to build social connections during COVID-19
Goldfields ramps up UNESCO World Heritage campaign
Tree pruning around powerlines starts soon
Upgrade for Muckleford-Castlemaine Road
Council makes changes for new Local Government Act
Council adopts revised Maldon Design Guidelines
Update on proposed supermarket in Castlemaine
Council adopts new local law with changes
Council adopts master plan for Camp Reserve
Council supports application for new aged care facility
Dementia. A little support makes a lot of difference
Events grants to open soon
Hybrid vehicles help Council get on the road
Help get your business noticed online
Public notice - 15 September 2020
Footpath design underway for western Castlemaine
Public notice - 8 September 2020
Grants available to help local youth fund their dreams
Extension of rates instalment
Mental health initiatives in the spotlight for R U OK? Day
Log on to Mondo Lounge’s ‘virtual’ program
Public notice - 1 September 2020
Update on review into cat and dog controls in shire
Finance is the focus at September business workshops
Community Update – Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic Response – August 2020
Is your organisation child safe?
Council’s plan to support happy, safe and connected kids
Council adopts 2020/2021 budget
Public notice - 25 August 2020
Stay connected – Help is just a phone call away
Rate notices on the way
Council outlines 2020-21 priorities
Council outlines plan towards zero emissions
Public notice - 18 August 2020
Council’s plan for bridges and pathways reviewed
A thank you message from Mayor Christine Henderson
Off-lead dog park open and ready for paws to play
Construction to start at Harcourt play space
Have a say on indoor stadiums
Get prescribed a dose of culture in new health initiative
New bridges for Campbells Creek
New bridge for Harcourt
Public notice - 11 August 2020
A message from the Governor of Victoria
Update on services with return to Stage 3 restrictions
Next stage of restoration of Market Building underway
Stage 3 COVID-19 restrictions return
Wear a mask to help keep our community safe
Council proud to continue support for Chewton Pool
Public notice - 4 August 2020
Council closes customer service desk
Don’t miss out on free small business workshops
Stay safe and shop local
Have Your Say on Governance Rules
Council releases community satisfaction survey results
Stay vigilant and seek support during second wave
Council adopts growth plan for Harcourt
Public notice - 28 July 2020
Don’t miss out on chance to input on draft local law
Community feedback valued on Maldon rejuvenation project
End of an era
Petition to reduce speed limit a success
Public notice - 21 July 2020
Pruning planned for Harcourt’s scar tree
Vandalism means bins are going to waste
Get Lost Quick in the Collective
New ramp to improve access in Maldon
Public notice - 14 July 2020
Community grants opening soon
Off-lead park for dogs to become a reality
Projects to get people more active more often
Major roadworks completed
Free online workshop on volunteering and the law
Want to run for Council?
Public notice - 7 July 2020
Small Business Bus set to roll into shire
Get your business noticed at Council’s free online workshop
Renewable energy art exhibition recharges the Phee
Have your say on proposed local law
Public notice - 30 June 2020
New look customer service centre to reopen doors
Public notices - 23 June 2020
Council adopts streetscape plan for Castlemaine
Get Lost to take creative sector forward
Have your say on local animal controls
Council endorses Reconciliation Plan
Council budget open for submissions
$4.5 million to rejuvenate Maldon’s heritage streetscape
Public notice - 16 June 2020
Help to end elder abuse
Tap into COVID-19 grant opportunities and more
Council plans to reopen community facilities
Complete a survey on your energy footprint
Active Living Census findings available
Public notice - 9 June 2020
Playgrounds open and ready to play
New Castlemaine footpath complete
Supporting local businesses to reopen and rebound
Council continues to care for our most vulnerable
Take your business online
Join family fun with QuaranTrivia
Public Notice - 2 June 2020
Temporary disruption to online services
Warnings on poisonous mushrooms
Public Notice - May 26 2020
Online relief centre provides COVID-19 support
Community update - Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic Response - April 2020
COVID-19 support is here
Easter message from Mayor Christine Henderson
Extension granted for pet registration fees
COVID-19 - We’re all in this together
COVID-19 cases confirmed in Mount Alexander Shire
Update on Council services in response to COVID-19
Tree pruning to start soon
Council grants to open soon
Online forms temporarily unavailable
Next steps on Mount Alexander Business Awards
Council announces 2019 At Home line up
Take a guided stroll around the Botanical Gardens
Public notice - Special Meeting of Council
Nominations open for LGBTIQ+ Roundtable
Tap into the tourism market
Public notice - 2 February 2018
Public notice - 28 November 2017
Have your say on animal management
Have your say on the Newstead Levee design
Temporary bridge closures in shire
Mondo Lounge celebrates Mental Health Week 2016
Get upside down with Gravity Dolls
A reason to celebrate – Seniors Festival 2016
Update on blue-green algae bloom
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