The Council Plan 2025-2029 is being developed from a range of contributions, including a Deliberative Engagement Panel made up of community members from across the Shire. It's now time for the wider community to have their say on the Plan's priorities for our services and amenities. Complete the survey on our Participate Hepburn webpage before Sunday 27 April. Hard copies at libraries and hubs.
Due to the multiple public holidays, there are some impacts to Council's services and offices.
YOU are the person most responsible for your safety. The most important things you can do to keep yourself and your family safe are to plan and be prepared.
Being prepared improves the way you cope in an emergency and helps with your recovery afterwards.
Having an emergency plan in place, that everyone in the household is aware of, will help you think and act clearly when the time comes.
Some great templates are available to help you plan to keep your home and family safe. Don’t forget your pets and livestock when making your emergency plan.
Emergency preparedness guide | Australian Red Cross
Plan and stay safe (ses.vic.gov.au)
Your Bushfire Plan | CFA (Country Fire Authority)
Planning for pets in an emergency
Great information for people with a hearing impairment can be found at Deaf Emergency Info
For tips on how to prepare your business check out Prepare your business for an emergency
For tips on protecting your finances and making sure you are adequately insured check out GSM financial toolkit
Have a bag packed with essential items. It can help reduce the impact of an emergency. For suggestions on what an emergency kit might contain check out Packing | Australian Red Cross