The final instalment for 2024/2025 Annual Rates and Charges was due on 31 May 2025. Council has begun issuing reminder letters through our partner CollectAU. Please rectify any outstanding balances promptly or contact us to discuss a payment arrangement or hardship matter.
Want to know more about the Victorian Government's south west drought support package?
Join representatives from emergency management agencies at two free events happening in the Shire. Hear from agencies about the roles and responsibilities they have in responding to emergencies.
The Victorian Government banned single-use plastics from sale and supply from 1 February 2023. This includes drinking straws, cutlery and plates, drink stirrers and sticks, cotton bud sticks and expanded polystyrene food and drink containers.
Items made from conventional, degradable and compostable plastics, including bioplastic and oxo-degradable materials are also included in the ban. The ban applies to retail and hospitality businesses, suppliers and other businesses, organisations and not-for-profits such as hospitals, sports clubs and schools.
There are many great reusable options and alternative single use items to be considered. Get ideas from Sustainability Victoria.
Other options are:
Here are some useful resources:
Victorian Government
Accepting reusables and reusable solution
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