EVENT DETAILS:
Friday, 8 March 2019 @ 6pm
Creswick Town Hall
68 Albert Street, Creswick

Celebrating inspiring women and paying tribute to those in the Shire whose contributions, courage and examples have led to significant social change for women.

Featuring local performers Maureen Andrews and Aime Brulee telling the story of Vida Goldstein and Ruby Lindsay. Be inspired by Vida who was a pioneer for women’s rights in Australia and Ruby an illustrator born in Creswick. The Creswick Brass Band will also be entertaining guests.

International Women’s Day 2019 campaign theme is #BalanceforBetter

Light refreshments will be served at the conclusion of the event

Bookings essential at: www.trybooking.com/ZOHG 

Council offices/Hubs/Libraries will be closed from 3pm on Monday  24 December 2018, reopening on Wednesday 2 January 2019. 

Emergency Contacts:

In the case of an after-hours animal emergency, please call Council on 0419 587 955.  If you have any other after-hours Council emergency, please call us on 0419 583 573. If we are unable to answer the call, please leave a message  with your name and contact number.  For Mains Water Emergencies, call 1800 061 514.

Waste Collection & Cleaning:

For a missed bin collection or any waste issues, please call Wheelie Waste on 1800 999 690.  Waste collection calendars for your area can be found on Council’s website – www.hepburn.vic.gov.au/kerbside-collection-service/.    For issues relating to the cleaning of our Shire public toilets, please call 0429 664 592 (leave a message if you are unable to reach the cleaner on duty).

Visitor Information Centres:

Daylesford – open 9am-5pm daily – Closed Christmas Day

Creswick – open 10am-5pm daily – Closed Christmas day

Trentham – open 10am-4pm Saturdays & Sundays only

Clunes – open Thursday 27 December – 11am – 3pm,Friday 28 December – 11am – 3pm, Saturday 29 December – 11am – 3pm,Sunday 30 December – 11am – 3pm and Monday 31 December – 11am –3pm.  Closed on 25 & 26 December and Tuesday 1 January (Public Holidays)

The Hammon Park Master Plan has been finalised after a series of consultation sessions, an online forum and community feedback.

Changes to the Master Plan as a result of community feedback include:

• A reroute of the bike path to between the toilets and the hall to avoid impacting car parking at the hall
• Contingency plan for main car park to block circular traffic movement if required (speed humps)
• Narrowing of entrance to main car park to direct head lights and traffic further north down Moore St and slow traffic turning right out of car park
• Installation of Local Traffic only sign beyond car park entrance heading south on Moore Street
• Arboreal inspection of large dying cypress between Moore St and car park.

We thank community members who have provided feedback and helped shape the finalised plan.

Click here to download a copy of the Master Plan

The Mineral Springs Reserves Advisory Committee (MSRAC) will provide advice to assist Hepburn Shire Council plan, prioritise and implement maintenance works and major projects across all Mineral Springs Reserves located within the Shire, given parameters and funding opportunities.

Council invites community members and key stakeholders who have an interest in the Mineral Springs Reserves and who are interested in becoming a community representative on this Committee to submit a nomination for membership.

Nomination forms and a copy of the Committee’s Terms of Reference can be found below or by contacting Paulette Pleasance on

(03) 5321 6142 or via email ppleasance@hepburn.vic.gov.au

Completed nominations are to be lodged by Monday 17 December 2018 and can be emailed to ppleasance@hepburn.vic.gov.au or mailed to:

Mineral Springs Reserve Advisory Committee Nominations
C/- Paulette Pleasance
Hepburn Shire Council
PO Box 21
Daylesford  VIC  3460

Nomination Form Mineral Springs Reserves Advisory Committee

Terms Of Reference – Mineral Springs Reserve Advisory Committee 

The Hepburn Shire Biodiversity Strategy 2018-2021 was adopted at the 20 November 2018 Council meeting.

The strategy outlines the commitment of the Council to protect and enhance Hepburn’s unique biodiversity.   It identifies on-ground works, actions to increase Council’s capacity and to support community action and awareness.  Specific actions include the Council’s expanded roadside weeds program, a biodiversity forum and baseline assessments of biodiversity on council managed properties.

Click here to download a copy of the strategy

Do you know an outstanding Australian in the Hepburn Shire that could be nominated for an Australia Day Award?

Council is inviting nominations for the following Awards:

• Hepburn Shire Council Citizen of the Year
• Hepburn Shire Council Young Citizen of the Year
• Hepburn Shire Council Community Event of the Year

Please send completed, confidential nomination forms by 5pm, Wednesday 2 January 2019, to:

Katherine Toom
Governance and Information Coordinator
Hepburn Shire Council
PO Box 21
Daylesford Victoria 3460

or email to shire@hepburn.vic.gov.au

Australia Day 2019 – Nomination Form Local Awards – Guidance Document

Australia Day 2019 – Nomination Form – Local Awards

At the meeting held last night, Council elected Councillors Don Henderson (Creswick Ward) and Kate Redwood AM (Birch Ward) as Mayor and Deputy Mayor.

Cr Henderson commenced in his role of Councillor in 2008.

Mayor Cr Henderson said that he intended to use the office of Mayor to build closer ties with other municipalities in the region.

“The time has come to share resources and help each other to grow.  My intention is to also build relationships with bodies such as VicRoads, Regional Roads Victoria, Regional Development Victoria and others,” said Cr Henderson.

Evan King, CEO, congratulated Councillors Don Henderson and Kate Redwood AM on their election.

“Cr Henderson and Cr Redwood have the skills and knowledge to effectively lead our Council over the coming year.   I look forward to working closely with the new Mayor and Deputy Mayor as we move into another busy year in 2019,” said Mr King.

Image – Cr Kate Redwood AM (Deputy Mayor), Evan King (CEO) & Cr Don Henderson (Mayor)

The Fire Danger period for the Hepburn Shire will commences at 0100 hours on 12 November 2018 and will remain in place until 1 May 2019 unless stated otherwise.

This means you cannot light a fire in the open air unless you have a permit or comply with certain requirements.

If you don’t obtain a permit, you could be breaking the law and may be prosecuted.  Penalties may include a fine up to $19,342 and/or up to 12 months’ imprisonment.

For guides on what you can and can’t do during the Fire Danger Period or on days of total fire ban visit cfa.vic.gov.au/can

Why build a community hub at The Rex?

The Hepburn Hub project at The Rex will transform this iconic building into a valuable community asset. The Rex project is a major Council initiative which will deliver a modern administration centre, library and facilities, including a community theatre and social enterprise cafe. The Rex is stage one of a broader program, including upgrades to the Daylesford Swimming Pool and Town Hall. The Daylesford Town Hall will accommodate the Visitor Information Centre, an updated Senior Citizens’ Room and gallery space. Combined, these projects will provide better access to improved community facilities across the Shire.

What are the benefits of The Rex project?

The reinvigoration of The Rex as part of the Hepburn Hub project will mean a better
utilisation of the space and more community use of the building. Delivering The Rex project will create greater efficiency in Council service delivery for the community, benefiting ratepayers across the
Shire. The consolidation of Council staff from different locations into one central location will deliver greater efficiency and reduction in operating costs. The project will also deliver other significant social, economic, environmental and financial benefits. The upgraded library with a larger collection
and space will draw people to the building. The inclusion of a social enterprise cafe, public toilets and community theatre will make this a true community space.

Why is The Rex project delayed?

A review of the project in early June highlighted unanticipated challenges with the construction of the project, which has had budgetary implications and will result in the budget being exceeded. The review also identified the need for a planning permit. As a result, works have ceased while a planning permit is being assessed, a detailed audit of the project is carried out and additional funding sources determined. Council has been working with the Daylesford Community Cinema during the unanticipated delay.

Will rates go up to pay for the project?

No. Despite the unanticipated increase in costs,rates will not increase to cover costs.

What’s next?

The planning permit is currently being assessed. Recommencement of works will be dependent on the outcome of the planning permit process.

The Hepburn Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan 2018-2021 outlines the commitment of the Council to protect and enhance biodiversity across the Shire. The strategy includes an action plan with 13 strategic focus areas and 31 actions intended to provide on ground protection and enhancement of biodiversity, support well informed decision making, increase community awareness and support partnerships to improve biodiversity for future generations.

This revised draft incorporates feedback received throughout 2018.  Since the previous public display in September, substantial additional background information and mapping has been added, incorporating  feedback from community, DELWP and Dja Dja Wurrung.

This final exhibition period will take place between 12 October and the 24 October 2018. We are still open to making minor modifications and appreciate your ideas on helping implement the strategy or even for the eventual revision of the strategy in a few years time.

Click here to download a copy

Comment can be made by the close of business on Wednesday 24 October 2018 to shire@hepburn.vic.gov.au or in writing to Biodiversity Officer, Hepburn Shire Council, PO Box 21, Daylesford 3460.