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Keep in touch with the latest news and important announcements from Murrindindi Shire Council. Our website displays news items from the last six months. If you are trying to find an older news item, please email communications@murrindindi.vic.gov.au or contact (03) 5772 0333.

All media enquiries are to be addressed to the Communications Unit on (03) 5772 0333 or via email at communications@murrindindi.vic.gov.au

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Nominations Open for 2025 Murrindindi Shire Community Awards

Published on 24 January 2025

Council is delighted to invite nominations for the 2025 Murrindindi Shire Community Awards, celebrating the exceptional contributions of local volunteers who go above and beyond for their communities.

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New year, new citizens in Murrindindi Shire

Published on 24 January 2025

Murrindindi Shire Council celebrated thirteen new Australian Citizens on Thursday 23 January at an official Citizenship Ceremony held at the Alexandra Council Chamber.

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Marysville is on the road to becoming ‘RV Friendly’

Published on 24 January 2025

Council is excited to announce the start of a 12-month trial for a new Marysville Recreational Vehicle (RV) Rest Stop, or short stay area on Saturday 1 February. With its stunning waterfalls, scenic walks and abundant natural beauty, combined with a vibrant tourism offering, this new trial provides self-sufficient travellers an inviting opportunity to explore our region.

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Join our BIG Conversation for our new Council Plan

Published on 24 January 2025

Murrindindi Shire Council is inviting all community members to be part of a BIG conversation this February. This is your chance to share your aspirations and BIG ideas for our community’s future and help us prepare a new Council Plan for the next four years.

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Council Seeks Community Input on Eildon Key Worker Housing Design

Published on 16 January 2025

Murrindindi Shire Council is starting an important project to address housing shortages for key workers in our Eildon community. By providing essential housing, we aim to support the local economy, secure jobs, and sustain businesses.

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Empowering Communities: Capacity Building Program Kicks Off

Published on 10 January 2025

Murrindindi Shire Council is pleased to announce the launch of its Community Capacity Building Program, designed to help businesses, volunteers, and community members in developing skills and becoming more sustainable.

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Mayor issues warning on battery disposal

Published on 10 January 2025

Murrindindi Shire Council Mayor Damien Gallagher is alerting residents to the serious risks of improper battery disposal, following a dangerous fire at the Alexandra Landfill, believed to have been caused by a lithium battery incorrectly placed in household rubbish.

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Australia Day Events in Murrindindi Shire

Published on 10 January 2025

On Sunday 26 January (Australia Day), a number of community-led events will be held across Murrindindi Shire.

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Drive safely on gravel roads

Published on 09 January 2025

Did you know there are 720 km of unsealed roads across Murrindindi Shire? Many residents live on these roads, and they’re often used by pedestrians (including children) and horse riders.

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Road Closure - Taggerty-Thornton Road

Published on 06 January 2025

Taggerty-Thornton Road is closed between Taggerty and Thornton due to emergency electricity powerline works southwest of Rubicon Road. Avoid the area and seek an alternate route via Maroondah Highway and/or Goulburn Valley Highway.

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Council News

Nominations Open for 2025 Murrindindi Shire Community Awards

New year, new citizens in Murrindindi Shire

Marysville is on the road to becoming ‘RV Friendly’

Join our BIG Conversation for our new Council Plan

Council Seeks Community Input on Eildon Key Worker Housing Design

Empowering Communities: Capacity Building Program Kicks Off

Mayor issues warning on battery disposal

Australia Day Events in Murrindindi Shire

Drive safely on gravel roads

Road Closure - Taggerty-Thornton Road

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