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Rural communities to be hit hardest by “dreadfully unfair” new levy

Published on 27 March 2025

A revamped Victorian Government emergency services levy is set to rip $140 million from rural communities annually according to a new analysis, prompting urgent calls for the tax to be scaled back.

Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Community, Emergencies

Written submission to be made at hearing on Liquor Licence Application

Published on 26 March 2025

At the March Council meeting, Council resolved to make a written submission to the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) in relation to the ongoing appeal by Endeavour Group for a packaged liquor licence at 63 Central Springs Road, Daylesford.

Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Community, Planning

Important update from our Planning team

Published on 19 March 2025

To better serve the community and streamline our processes, our planning team will be making some changes to how we handle planning applications and enquiries at our Duke Street office.

Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Community, Planning

Gear Up for the Mountain Bike Success Workshop

Published on 13 March 2025

Since the opening of the Djuwang Baring mountain bike trails, Creswick has seen an influx of visitors eager to explore the stunning landscape. Local businesses will now have a unique opportunity to tap into this growing trend and cater to the needs of mountain bike riders and their non-riding companions.

Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Community, Events & Activities, Health & Lifestyle

Rate cap variation sought to ensure ﬁnancial sustainability

Published on 12 March 2025

Hepburn Shire Council is seeking approval for a higher rate cap for the 2025/26 ﬁnancial year to secure its long-term ﬁnancial future. The proposal, which has recently been submitted to the Essential Services Commission (ESC) aligns with the Financial Vision 2024-2027, which was endorsed at the Special Council Meeting on 10 September 2024.

Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Community

Council welcomes spotlight on region with filming of The Block

Published on 05 March 2025

Australia’s much-loved renovation competition reality TV series, The Block, will commence filming this week in Daylesford.

Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Business & Economy, Community

Councils open day at Creswick Transfer Station

Published on 26 February 2025

On Wednesday 19 February, the Resource Recovery team and Gaia EnviroTech staff opened the doors at Creswick Transfer Station and welcomed councils from across the region to learn about our food and garden organics processing.

Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Community, Environment, Sustainability

Council partners with Hepburn Shire to deliver building services

Published on 10 February 2025

Community members are set to benefit from a more streamlined and efficient building services team, as Mount Alexander Shire Council partners with Hepburn Shire Council to deliver building services across both shire areas.

Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Community, Planning

Master Social Media & Content Marketing

Published on 06 February 2025

Small business owners looking to sharpen their social media and content marketing skills are invited to a workshop facilitated by Council in collaboration with Business Victoria.

Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Community, Events & Activities

Victorian Goldfields gets green light to seek World Heritage status

Published on 31 January 2025

The Australian Government has officially given the green light for the Victorian Goldfields' bid for World Heritage Listing, marking a historic milestone after 35 years of advocacy.

Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Business & Economy, Community, Environment, Projects

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Rural communities to be hit hardest by “dreadfully unfair” new levy

Written submission to be made at hearing on Liquor Licence Application

Important update from our Planning team

Gear Up for the Mountain Bike Success Workshop

Rate cap variation sought to ensure ﬁnancial sustainability

Council welcomes spotlight on region with filming of The Block

Councils open day at Creswick Transfer Station

Council partners with Hepburn Shire to deliver building services

Master Social Media & Content Marketing

Victorian Goldfields gets green light to seek World Heritage status

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