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– DUE TO A HUGE AMOUNT OF INTEREST THIS EVENT IS NOW AT CAPACITY – We will be celebrating National Reconciliation Week this year by holding a forum at Franklinford Hall.  The keynote speakers, Jida Gulpilil of the Dja Dja Wurrung Clans Aboriginal Corporation and Paul Haw, local Boort historian will tell Dja Dja Wurrung […]

Working in conjunction with local designers and the Project Reference Group, a Masterplan has been developed that will guide the future development of Hammon park. Initial stages of development will focus on the pump track and parking, but as further funding becomes available other features of the plan will be implemented. See the Masterplan and […]

BACKGROUND Previous consultations for Hepburn Community and Council Services Hub: Sites and Spaces  – early – mid 2014 Design and Create  – late 2014-early 2015 http://www.hepburnhub.com.au/hepburn.php?profile=hepburn&menuSite=downloads&opt=downloads What we heard?    Most important – proximity to town, increased services, restoration of heritage Look and feel – Nature, Community Environmentally Sustainable Accessibility – location and facilities Supporting […]

The CFA declares the Fire Danger Period for each municipality at different times in the lead up to the fire season. It depends on the amount of rain, grassland curing rate and other local conditions. The Fire Danger Period will be terminated in the Hepburn Shire  at 0100 hours on 1 May 2018. Click here […]

We are seeking six representatives for a Community Reference Group to assist with the development of Council’s Biodiversity Strategy. The Expression of Interest and Terms of Reference documents can be downloaded below, or are available from libraries and Visitor Information Centres. For more information contact Brian Bainbridge, Biodiversity Officer, on 5321 6488. Expressions of interest […]

The following ANZAC Day (Wednesday, 25 April) services will be held around the shire: DAYLESFORD, EGANSTOWN AND HEPBURN SPRINGS Location Time Event Details Daylesford 6.30am Dawn Service – Daylesford Cenotaph Hepburn Springs 8.30am Wreath laying at Memorial Gates Eganstown 9.00am Wreath laying and Service at memorial.  Old Main Road (off Midland Highway), Eganstown Daylesford 10.15am […]

You are invited to a community session to discuss the draft of the Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2018 – 2022. We would appreciate your feedback about the draft to ensure we have responded appropriately to your feedback during the preparation of this Plan. ‘Access and Inclusion’ is about making all services, buildings, information and […]

Council is hosting a consultation in Trentham as part of a place making town character study. It will bring together a number of town planning, streetscape and lifestyle (i.e. walking and cycling strategy) initiatives into one shared vision, creating a “place guide”. It will identify the key character elements that residents would like to see […]

As part of development of Hepburn Shire’s Biodiversity Strategy, a Response to Feedback paper has been developed in response to the extensive community feedback received from the first draft of the strategy in 2017. Three hundred and sixty items of feedback were consolidated into 161 distinct ‘ideas’. Each idea has been analysed and actions proposed.  […]

Come along to one of the Solar & Z-NET Info Nights being held across the shire. The Solar & Z-NET Info Nights are a great opportunity to learn more about The Hepburn Solar Bulk-Buy and the Z-NET Community Transition Pilot. These two projects will help the Hepburn Shire transition to 100% renewables and the ultimate […]

We had a great turn out to the Daylesford Skate Park Redevelopment community consultation session in mid-March. There was some good feedback from the young people in the room about the proposed design.  Below are some images of the concepts. The next steps are to finalise design and apply for funding. If you have any questions regarding […]

A Community Information and Drop-in session was held at the Glenlyon Hall on 22 March.  Plans for the new toilets are available for viewing at the Hall and below.   Council will consider feedback received from the community prior to the commencement of construction. The indicative time-frame for construction of the toilets is: Review consultation outcomes […]

There are a range of exciting programs currently underway in the Hepburn Shire that relate to sustainability.  These programs are being implemented by a broad range of groups, including community groups, industry and Government.  Council recently appointed a full time Sustainability Officer, whose role will be to deliver projects and also to help facilitate projects […]

Council has developed a draft Reconciliation Action Plan and we would like your feedback. Reconciliation is about promoting unity, respect and understanding between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and other community members. The draft plan lists 15 actions that Council is proposing to implement to promote reconciliation within the organisation and community. If you […]

Come along and have your say on the Daylesford Skate Park Redevelopment. The skate park designers will present the draft concept and facilitate the discussion. They will be seeking feedback on all aspects of the design from technical to aesthetic. All community members and skate park users are welcome. There will be light refreshments.

Detox your Home, a safe, free and easy-to-use service to dispose of common household chemicals without harming your health or the environment – is coming to Daylesford. When:             Saturday 12 May 2018 Time:               10.00 am to 2.00 pm Where:            Daylesford Transfer Station, Ajax Road in Daylesford Why not take the opportunity to […]

ChillOut Parade – Sunday 11 March 2018 The annual ChillOut street parade will take place on Sunday 11 March 2018.  The parade will commence in Vincent Street Daylesford at 10:00am.  Vincent Street between Central Springs Road and Midland Hwy will be closed to traffic from 6am. Road Closures To facilitate the safe conduct of this […]

“By working as one we will be more focused and more effective at reducing risk, and keeping Victorians safer.” Craig Lapsley, Emergency Management Commissioner Managing bushfire risk is an ongoing and shared responsibility and everyone has a role. The newly-established Daylesford, Hepburn and Hepburn Springs Community-Based Bushfire Management (CBBM) project, involving Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic), […]

Thank you to community members who participated in the Biodiversity Strategy Workshop held in December 2017 and those of you that provided feedback online (and in other ways). We appreciate all submissions. Following the review of all submissions and feedback provided at the workshop and online, we are committing to a further review of the […]

Council is excited to have recently appointed Brian Bainbridge in the role of Biodiversity Officer. Brian Bainbridge has been employed to develop and deliver the shire’s Biodiversity Strategy with community.  Brian has a background in ecological planning with a community-based catchment management group.  He has worked for over twenty years on ecological restoration projects across […]

The Community Visitors Scheme (CVS) aims to enrich the quality of life of  residents in aged care facilities who are socially isolated or lonely and would benefit from a visitor for friendship and companionship. Volunteers have a chance to make a positive difference to the care recipients life as well as their own. Benefits of […]

We are pleased to announce that Deborah Cheetham AO is the keynote speaker for the 2018 International Women’s Day Heather Mutimer Women’s Honour Roll Function. Deborah Cheetham, Yorta Yorta woman, Soprano, composer and educator has been a leader and pioneer in the Australian arts landscape for more than 25 years. Date:          […]

The Hepburn Shire is currently reviewing its Disability Access and Inclusion Plan and would appreciate your ideas and feedback. ‘Access and Inclusion’ is about making all services, buildings, information and activities available to people who have a disability so that they can be included in the community. The Plan will assist Council to build a […]

Come along and see the draft Concept Plan, hear from the architects about their ideas and give us your feedback. Thursday 15 February 2018 2:30 – 3:30 pm or 6:00 -7:00pm Trentham Neighbourhood Centre, High St, Trentham Both sessions will cover the same information. Please RSVP to kbrannigan@hepburn.vic.gov.au indicating which session you will be attending. […]

Hepburn Shire residents and visitors are invited to attend the Australia Day Eve 2018 Citizenship Ceremony and Civic Function.  There are also a number of events throughout the shire on Australia Day.  

The National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) is thrilled to partner with venues all across Victoria to offer exciting school holiday workshops for children as part of NGV Kids on Tour 2018. Through activities developed with artists, children will be encouraged to unleash their creativity by taking inspiration from coinciding summer exhibitions at the NGV including, […]

The Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plan 2017-2021 (MPHWP) aims to protect, improve and promote the health and wellbeing of people living in Hepburn Shire.  The plan outlines how Council, with support from other local health partners, will work to address key health priorities to achieve a higher level of health and wellbeing for people […]

Council Offices, Depots, Hubs and Libraries will be closed from 3:00pm on Friday 22 December 2017 and will re-open on Tuesday 2 January 2018. Over this period, we will operate the following services: Emergency Management Staff involved in Emergency Management will undertake their roles and responsibilities in accordance with the Emergency Management procedures. On declared […]

Council is now calling for Expressions of Interest for the Towards Zero – Community Energy Saving Program. Community groups are encouraged to apply for funding projects which will save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions in community facilities. This funding program links to the Hepburn Shire Council Plan.  Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate […]

Daylesford, Hepburn and Hepburn Springs residents are invited to a community meeting and BBQ hosted by CFA, Forest Fire Management Victoria and the Hepburn Shire Council at 11am – 1pm on Sunday 10 December 2017 at the Hepburn Springs Fire Station, 149 Main Road, Hepburn. With help from you, the local community, our agencies want […]

The Bureau of Meteorology continue to predict severe weather for the north and central regions of Victoria today and over the weekend.  Council have been preparing for this upcoming weather event for several days.  We are checking and clearing drainage ‘hot spots’.  Sandbags are available and sand has been sourced.  A sandbag machine is also ready to […]

Last Thursday (23 November), was the inaugural Project Reference Group (PRG) meeting for the Creswick Trails Project. Around 30 community members from a variety of backgrounds attended the meeting for an update on the project scope, schedule and progress to date.   Nominations are now open for those interested community members to be part of the PRG. […]

Council is seeking input and feedback on its DRAFT Biodiversity Strategy 2017-2021.  We have had a lot of interest so far from the community, and those in the agricultural sector, regarding the draft Strategy. We want to capture as much feedback as possible from the community and businesses on the main focus areas outlined in the […]

The Fire Danger Period for Hepburn Shire is set to be Declared from 27 November 2017. Once the Fire Danger Period has been declared, fire restrictions become effective immediately. 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 […]

Has your community completed a community plan and is there a high priority project in your town with which you would like to seek Council support? Applications for Council’s Community Planning Fund are open and we are accepting Expressions of Interest from community groups! Please refer to the expression of interest Form below to assess […]

Council will be launching a major public artwork in Trentham at Stoney Creek Reserve. As part of Council’s annual public art program, the major commission in Trentham will be completed and installed over the next week. Council will be holding an official unveiling on Friday, 8 December, open to the public. The launch event will include a […]

Council is excited to announce the appointment of Antarctica as the architects to undertake Planning and Design Services for the Trentham Community Hub at 14A Victoria St, Trentham. A ‘drop in’ community information and consultation session is being held on Wednesday 6 December between 4.00 and 7.00pm at 14A Victoria St, Trentham. This is your chance […]

Yes!! Marriage equality is one step closer to being realised after today’s survey results. Australians have spoken and voted yes for love and we are very excited for the LGBTIQ community in Hepburn Shire and around Australia. Hepburn Shire Council has been a supporter of marriage equality for some time.  In 2012, Council passed a […]

Do you know of any outstanding Australian’s 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 and […]

Hepburn Shire Council elected Holcombe Ward Councillor, John Cottrell, as its new Mayor, with Cr Don Henderson elected Deputy Mayor, at the 2017 Statutory Meeting of the Council held yesterday evening. Cr Cottrell, who served as Deputy Mayor over the past 12 months, began the role of Councillor in 2016. He takes over the role […]

Don’t forget that Ride Daylesford is about to hit the region this weekend. Around 1,500 cyclists will ride through Hepburn Shire, Macedon Ranges and Mount Alexander. The safety of both riders and drivers is important during the event, so traffic management and reduced speed limits will be in place throughout the course. Visit the community […]

Calling all artists! Hepburn Shire Council is seeking a qualified artist for a major, site-specific public art installation in Clunes valued at $30,000. The art commission seeks to implement Council’s public art policy and support the development and activation of public spaces in Clunes. The successful artistic concept will promote the history and culture of […]

The Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan 2017-2021 aims to strengthen the capacity of people in the Hepburn Shire to protect, enhance and restore biodiversity across the shire. The strategy contains thirty three actions that are proposed to create partnerships, increase education and awareness and to provide protection and enhancement on biodiversity matters to improve biodiversity […]

The Annual Report 2016/17 has been prepared and will be considered at the Council meeting to be held at 6pm on Tuesday 17 October 2017 at the Trentham Neighbourhood Centre. Copies of the Annual Report can be inspected or obtained from Council’s Customer Service Centres at Duke Street in Daylesford, The Warehouse – Clunes and […]

We’re excited to announce that construction  on our new community hub at The Rex is commencing on Monday 9 October. The site will be closed for the construction period. We will soon have a new library, community theatre/cinema, social enterprise café and Council offices. With a project of this scale there will be some inconvenience. […]

In accordance with Section 68A of the Domestic Animals Act 1994, every council must prepare a Domestic Animal Management Plan (DAMP) at 4 yearly intervals, and undertake annual reviews. Council’s DAMP will set the strategic direction for the Council’s animal management activities until 2021. The Draft DAMP identifies what Council does and plans to do in […]

BE EMPOWERED…SECURE OUR ENERGY FUTURE, HELP OUR ENVIRONMENT AND HAVE YOUR SAY Carbon Free Action Workshop Hepburn Shire Council will be hosting a Carbon Free Action Workshop building on the themes which emerged from the Carbon Free Community Conversations held in June. The workshop will be held on: Saturday 14th October – 9.30 am to […]

Community catch-ups have been scheduled for Lake Daylesford and the Hepburn Mineral Springs Reserve on the following dates and times. Lake Daylesford Community Consultation Sessions: Friday 22 September 2.00pm – 3.00pm Thursday 26 October 12 – 1.00pm Thursday 30 November 10.00am – 11.00am Hepburn Mineral Springs Reserve Community Consultation Sessions: Monday 25 September 12.00pm – […]

There lot’s happening at our libraries across the shire for school holidays. Keep the kids busy with some great activities and events. Creswick library at the Creswick Hub – Ph: 5345 2145 Clunes Library at The Warehouse – Clunes – Ph: 5345 3359 Daylesford Library – Ph: 5348 2800 Trentham Library – Ph: 5424 1326

Hepburn Shire will host one big showcase event for the Seniors Festival in 2017.  We hope you can come along. Please remember to RSVP if you need transport to the event from elsewhere in the shire.  

Plans for the Hepburn Hub at The Rex are available for the community to view. Works on the Hepburn Hub are scheduled to start later this month. The works are likely to take 6 -9 months to complete, although parts of the new Community Hub, including the new cinema/auditorium and public toilets, will be available […]

Council is calling on Expressions of Interest from not-for-profit community group(s) to conduct Welcome to New Residents sessions. The sessions are to be conducted in Clunes, Creswick, Daylesford and Trentham.  These four locations are intended to cover the whole municipality. The purpose of the Welcome to New Residents sessions is to provide information about Council […]

NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR 2018 HEATHER MUTIMER HONOUR ROLL Do you know an inspiring woman? Nominate Now! The Honour Roll seeks to pay tribute to the women in the Shire whose contributions, courage and actions have led to significant social change for women. Successful inductees will be recognised at a Civic Function celebrating International Women’s Day […]

Victorians will have the opportunity to hear from leading industry experts including fire ecologists and community emergency groups to gain valuable and provide practical knowledge on bushfire risk. We’re delighted to be partnering with the other Local Governments, CFA, DELWP, Federation University, Parks Victoria and other emergency management organisations for the fourth Living with Bushfire Community […]

We are pleased to announce that Council has launched a new Arts & Culture Facebook page. The Arts and Culture Facebook page will help us communicate with a large sector of vibrant and creative community members.  The platform will be used to share opportunities for local artists to get involved in initiatives and apply for […]

We are pleased to introduce a new program that is helping pensioner households to install solar with no upfront costs. At Hepburn Shire Council, we recognise that many households are interested in solar but are put off by the upfront costs and the complexity of finding a quality system and installer. That is why we […]

Council is a proud partner of the 2018 Creative Victoria initiative, the Regional Centre for Culture (RCC). The RCC is a yearlong program celebrating the creative industries and capacity in our region. The City of Greater Bendigo, Mount Alexander Shire, Central Goldfields Shire and Hepburn Shire local governments are all partners to the initiative. The […]

The Victoria Park Community Pavilion Association is being established to manage the Victoria Park Community Pavilion in Daylesford.  Nominations are open for the appointment of community members to serve on the Executive Committee.  Council will enter into a lease with the Association, which will be responsible for management of the facility. Community members of the […]

Following extensive community consultation over the last couple of years we are about to start building the new Daylesford Library as part of the Hepburn Hub in The Rex and we want to hear from you about collection, services and opening hours as we plan our move to the new Library. If you’re interested please […]

For over three years  Council has reviewed various waste to energy solutions aiming to transform organic waste otherwise sent to landfill into a valuable fuel resource. We have identified a small scale, renewable energy solution which demonstrates clear economic, social and environmental benefits. $650,000 funding under the New Energy Jobs Fund will enable Council to: […]

The Annual General Meetings for Council’s Section 86 Committees are as follows: Creswick Museum Special Committee of Council – 4:30pm – Monday 7 August – The Creswick HUB. Glenlyon Recreation Reserve Special Committee of Council – 7:30pm – Wednesday 2 August- The Pavilion. Lyonville Hall Special Committee of Council – 7:00pm – Tuesday 17 October […]

Council is seeking applications from interested community members to be appointed to its Audit and Risk Advisory Committee. The Audit and Risk Advisory Committee is appointed to assist the review of activities of management, the internal audit function and the external auditor to facilitate achieving overall organisational objectives in an efficient and effective manner. Nominations […]

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST – Extended Submission Submissions have been extended until Sunday, 6 August! Expressions of Interest are open for Council’s Reconciliation Action Plan Community Reference Group. This group will advise Council on the interests, needs and concerns of the local Indigenous community and the Traditional Owners of the Shire, the Dja Dja Wurrung peoples. […]

Council’s Road Management Plan was adopted at the Council meeting held on 20 June 2017. A review identified the need to make changes to the existing Road Management Plan. Amendments to the plan ensure that the standards in relation to, and the priorities to be given to, the inspection, maintenance and repair of the roads and […]

Community input into the Council planning and Budget process has been extremely important and valuable. The Council Plan and Budget documents were formally adopted at the 20 June 2017 Council meeting in Daylesford.  We now have the task of delivering on our commitments and reporting on progress in our Annual Report. For copies of the […]

Hepburn Libraries will once again be a hive of activity over the winter school holidays with a full calendar of events. Give us a call at the Library that is hosting the session you would like to attend to book in. Clunes – 5345 3359 Creswick – 5345 2145 Daylesford – 5348 2800 Trentham – […]

We are pleased to present our NAIDOC week activities for 2017. NAIDOC week is held each year across Australia in July to celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history and culture. The official NAIDOC website outlines that NAIDOC originally stood for “National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee.” The committee was responsible for organising celebratory […]

The Hepburn Mineral Springs Reserve (HMSR) Improvement Project aims to improve the visitor experience at the reserve, which remains one of the most popular resident and visitor destinations in the Hepburn Shire.   The HMSR is of state significance due to the rich history surrounding the area and the unique nature of the natural mineral springs […]

A memorial service celebrating Rod’s life will be held at the Daylesford Town Hall on Thursday 8 June at 1pm.  Members of the community are welcome to attend. Hepburn Shire Councillors and staff are saddened by the news that former Mayor and Councillor, Rod May, has passed away as result of injuries sustained during a […]

Hepburn Shire Council proudly celebrated National Reconciliation Week and the landmark decisions that were made in 1967 and 1992.  Members of the community gathered for a Dja Dja Wurrung smoking ceremony and cultural exhibition at the Daylesford Museum. In 1967, over 90 per cent of Australians voted to give the Commonwealth the power to make […]

Council’s Environmental Health Team has identified a Blue Green Algae bloom occurring at Lake Daylesford. The public are advised to avoid contact with the water and to also keep their pets out of the lake.  Council is monitoring the situation, and will give an update once satisfactory test results have been received. Click here for […]

Has your community completed a community plan? Is there a high priority project in your town for which you would like to seek Council support? Applications for Council’s Community Planning Implementation Fund are open and we are accepting Expressions of Interest from community groups! Please refer to the expression of interest Form below to assess […]

BE EMPOWERED! SECURE OUR ENERGY FUTURE, HELP OUR ENVIRONMENT AND HAVE YOUR SAY. Throughout June, Council is holding workshops to explore how your community could lead the way to become carbon neutral, including local renewable energy or energy efficiency solutions at a business, individual and community level. The opportunities include the potential for each community to […]

Share your ideas on how we could make Calembeen Park a better place for locals and visitors? Council is gathering ideas for how to improve the Calembeen Park and want to hear from the community. Whether you have ideas about how the area is currently working and could be improved or just want to share […]

Clunes Book Town FRASER STREET, CLUNES FRIDAY 5 MAY – SUNDAY 7 MAY 2017 Please be advised that Fraser Street, between Service Street and Templeton Street Clunes will be closed to traffic from 7:30am on Friday 5 May until Sunday 7 May 8:00pm for the Clunes Booktown event. Speed Reductions and a temporary Pedestrian crossing […]

We are getting active in the youth social media space again after the launch of our Instagram page.  The page will be a place for our shire’s young people (we like to call them the Teen Squad) to share ideas and information about events.  We’re hoping that the possibility of winning an Apple iPad will encourage […]

In accordance with section 54 of the Road Management Act 2004, Council gives notice that it intends to revise its Road Management Plan. The proposed amendments are to ensure that the standards in relation to, and the priorities to be given to, the inspection, maintenance and repair of the roads and footpaths and the classes […]

In April of 2017, 10 emerging young leaders from the Hepburn Shire were nominated and selected for the Western Bulldogs Leadership Project, where the students will undertake a variety of development workshops over the next 6 months. The students will have the opportunity to put together and deliver a community project based on the wants […]

On Friday 31st March, Daylesford launched the Plastic Bag Free campaign. What this means is the Plastic Bag Free Daylesford community led group will: commence a program to educate our community about the damage plastic bags are causing and why we need to stop using them introduce Boomerang Bag boxes that will be set up […]

Council is supporting Organically Certified Farms by providing signage to help identify them as organic producers to contractors who may be undertaking works on adjacent areas and roadsides. We understand the importance of certification to your business. If you are a Certified Organic Farm and would like some signs for your property boundary (maximum 2 […]

Following a thorough consultation, stakeholder engagement process and working with a project reference group, a Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens Master Plan has been developed that provides guidance for day to day operations, identifies improvement and development opportunities and compliments the Conservation Management Plan for the gardens.  The development of a Master Plan also responds to […]

At the meeting on 21 March 2017, Council resolved to support the construction of a space in the upstairs area of The Rex to facilitate the continued operation of the Daylesford Cinema in a new Community Theatre that is also available for Council and other community uses. Mayor, Cr Sebastian Klein, said “It’s great to […]

Inductees to the International Women’s Day Heather Mutimer Honour Roll were announced at the Hepburn Shire International Women’s Day event on 9 March 2017 at the Daylesford Town Hall. The inductees are Candy Broad, Jenny Beacham, Kit Manning and Elsie Miller (posthumous). Her Excellency, the Hon. Linda Dessau AC, Governor of Victoria, was the keynote speaker […]

Calling all artists! Council is currently seeking expressions of interest for a major public art commission at Stony Creek Reserve, Trentham. Local artists are encouraged to apply. Please click here to visit Council’s tendering portal for more information on the proposed site, history of the area and a link to apply.  The tender closes on […]

Invitation to nominate for the Heather Mutimer International Women’s Day Honour Roll Organising Committee Over the last decade, Council has built up an iconic International Women’s Day (IWD) event to celebrate and acknowledge women who have a made a difference. The honour roll and the event celebrate the strength, courage and contribution of women from […]

We are pleased to announce that the guest speaker for the Hepburn Shire International Women’s Day (IWD) event for 2017 is Her Excellency the Honourable Linda Dessau AC, Governor of Victoria. Looking forward to seeing some of you tonight at the IWD event (7:00pm at the Daylesford Town Hall).    

Please take a few minutes to complete an important survey to help us understand early learning issues in the Hepburn Shire. Hepburn Early Learning Matters Project aims to understand the issues from a family and community level which are contributing to concerning trends around school readiness, engagement in early years services and school absenteeism.  With […]

ChillOut Parade – Sunday 12 March 2017 The annual ChillOut parade will take place on Sunday 12 March 2017. The parade will commence in Vincent Street Daylesford at 10.00am. Vincent Street, between Central Springs Road and Midland Highway will be closed to traffic from 7am. Road Closures To facilitate the safe conduct of the event, the […]

The Parks and Open Space team have undertaken a detailed Tree Assessment Report at the Clunes Caravan Park in addition to a number of other sites across the shire. The Tree Assessment Report has identified 22 trees for removal and a further 2 requiring major dead wooding in order to address  immediate risks. Council is […]

The Victorian Small Business Commissioner (VSBC), Ms Judy O’Connell, will be visiting Daylesford and Creswick on Wednesday 1 March 2017. Ms O’Connell has a keen understanding of issues and challenges faced by small businesses. For more information about the VSBC go to www.vsbc.vic.gov.au. Come along and meet Ms O’Connell, share experiences and ask questions, at […]

In the coming months we will be working with the community to develop our new Council Plan 2017- 2021…and we want to hear from you. The Council Plan sets our strategic direction and priorities for the next four years. Over the previous Council Plan process we heard what the community wanted and we have been […]

Get excited for a very special mystery keynote speaker for this year’s International Women’s Day event. This high-profile guest of honour is a must-see and sure to provide insight and inspiration. All will be revealed closer to the date! Date: Thursday 9 March 2017 Time: 7pm Venue: Daylesford Town Hall – 76 Vincent Street, Daylesford […]

Council is currently calling for nominations for its Public Art Panel.  The Public Art Panel plays an important role in assisting Council with making decisions about the development and direction of public art in the Shire. Nominations are sought from those with relevant professional experience in any of the following areas: community art, public art, […]

Now that the improvement works are well underway at Lake Daylesford, Council will be commencing the Improvement Project at the Hepburn Mineral Springs Reserve (HMSR).  This project aims to improve the visitor experience at the reserve, which remains one of the popular resident and visitor destinations in the Hepburn Shire.  The HMSR is of state […]

Please note: A Heat Health Alert has been issued for our district for Saturday 7th January 2017 For more information on Heat Health Alerts and ways of coping with the heat please see Council’s  Heatwave page

Kerbside waste collections will occur on public holidays over the Christmas and New Year period. All collection days will be as per the normal calendars

Early in 2017, Council will be working with the community to develop our four year Council Plan 2017-2021 and Budget for 2017-2018… and we want to hear from you as we develop these important plans to set our direction. As a first step, this year we are introducing a new opportunity to submit budget ideas […]

Hepburn Shire residents and visitors are invited to join the Australia Day celebrations. Australia Day Eve – Wednesday 25 January 2017 Daylesford Town Hall, 7:00pm A civic event will take place on Australia Day Eve. This includes a Citizenship Ceremony and Hepburn Shire Council’s Australia Day Awards. Australia Day – Thursday 26 January 2017 Clunes […]

Council Offices, Depots, Hubs and Libraries will be closed from 3:00pm on Friday 23 December 2016 and will re-open on Tuesday 3 January 2017. A reduced number of staff will continue to operate during the closure period to ensure that essential services continue. Staff involved in Emergency Management will undertake their roles and responsibilities in […]