Murrindindi Shire Council in Alexandra, Victoria | Government organisation

Murrindindi Shire Council

Locality: Alexandra, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5772 0333

Address: 28 Perkins Street 3714 Alexandra, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.murrindindi.vic.gov.au

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25.01.2022 Do you operate a business in Murrindindi Shire? We’ve created some COVID-safe stickers and posters that are available for businesses to order free of charge. All you need to do is jump on our website at https://bit.ly/3eUFtc6 and complete the online form. We’ll then arrange to get your order to you.

24.01.2022 FANNINGS BRIDGE UPDATE We’re pleased to advise that works on Fannings Bridge in Glenburn have now been completed to improve the load capacity.

22.01.2022 Are you thinking of starting a new business? Or maybe you’re looking for ideas about how to grow your current business? Council, together with AgBiz Assist, is hosting a FREE, full day 'New Business Essentials' workshop on Wednesday 9 June 2021 at the Yea Shire Hall from 9.30 am 4.00 pm. This free workshop will take you through business start-up essentials, including how to write a business plan, marketing and promoting your business, business registration requirements, finance and taxation essentials, record keeping, accounting and cash flow forecasting. For more information and to register, go to https://bit.ly/3fcdeGy

21.01.2022 Have you always wanted to be involved in a TARGA event or know someone that would? TARGA High Country in February 2021 has several opportunities for anyone who... would like to be involved! If you would like some more information or to register your interest in being an official, please email [email protected] or give us a call on (03) 6144 9504! See more

21.01.2022 Are you planning to restart an event or organise a new event? Following the recent easing of restrictions, the Victorian Government has advised that public events which meet COVID-19 guidelines can take place again. All public events need to register and submit documentation to the Victorian Government based on number of attendees and risk factors. You can find more information at www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/public-events or give our Tourism and Events team a call on 5772 0333 and they can help to step you through the process.

21.01.2022 ** UPDATE: Our website is now up and running again ** Unfortunately, we are experiencing some issues with our website this morning. You can contact our friendly Customer Service team on 5772 0333 if you are seeking information you would normally find on our website, or send us an email at [email protected] For those who were planning to watch the sale at the Yea Saleyards online, you can still do so at ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tLt2SUhZmMk See more

19.01.2022 Marysville Pool will be closed this Sunday 29 November, due to predicted low temperatures. For more information on our pools, go to www.murrindindi.vic.gov.au/pools

18.01.2022 Are you part of a community group or volunteer organisation? Join us at 9.30 am on Thursday 5 November for a free online workshop facilitated by Volunteering Victoria, which looks at the current COVID-19 situation and the unique considerations that organisations have to weigh up to begin delivering their volunteer programs again in a safe manner. For more information and to register for the workshop, go to https://bit.ly/35FbhOb

18.01.2022 Council is undertaking works on Fannings Bridge in Glenburn to improve the load capacity of the bridge. Works will commence this Friday 30 October and are expected to be completed by the end of November. The bridge will remain open for the duration of the works with traffic management in place, excluding on Saturday 31 October and Sunday 1 November when there will be no vehicle access (pedestrian access will remain open on these days). Residents directly impacted by this closure have been notified. For more information, please give us a call on 5772 0333.

17.01.2022 A reminder that our Resource Recovery Centres (RRCs) in Alexandra and Marysville will have extended operating hours on Monday 2 November (Melbourne Cup Eve) from 10.00 am 4.00 pm. And, on Melbourne Cup Day the Eildon RRC will be open from 10.00 am 4.00 pm also. For more information about our RRCs, including normal operating hours, visit our website at www.murrindindi.vic.gov.au/waste or give Council a call on 5772 0333.

15.01.2022 Here’s today’s video update from our Acting CEO Michael Chesworth.

15.01.2022 Stay Safe and Stay Cool This weekend, Victoria will experience sustained and intense heat. If you’re planning on travelling this weekend to catch up with loved ones, visit holiday properties, go camping and enjoy the great outdoors, make sure you have your safety and the safety of others top of mind. The below video from Forest Fire Management Victoria talks about campfires and how you can keep safe this weekend. And for more information about the Fire Danger Period, please ...visit the CFA website at https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au//restrictions-during-the-fire-d If you’re planning on staying local this weekend, plan ahead and stay out of the heat. If you can, reschedule activity to cooler parts of the day. Avoid physical activities like sport, renovating and gardening. For more important advice, please visit https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/heat And if you’re looking for a place to stay cool this weekend, our pools in Alexandra, Marysville, Eildon and Yea will be extending their opening hours until 8.00 pm tonight and tomorrow night (and potentially Monday night as well, depending on the weather forecast).

15.01.2022 Do you operate a business in Murrindindi Shire? Don’t miss the next Dindi Business Session with Business Victoria, ‘Taking your business online - what you need to know’ being held on Tuesday 8 December from 5.00 7.00 pm. Take the guesswork out of launching your business online and empower yourself to bring digital thinking into all aspects of your business. Whether you're starting up or already operating, half-way online or struggling to keep up, this two-hour workshop will help you make the right choices to get the most out of future digital opportunities. For more information and to register, go to www.murrindindi.vic.gov.au/businessworkshops

14.01.2022 The Victorian Government announced earlier today that businesses and venues across Victoria will be able to access a free, safe and easy to use QR code service to help keep customer records. For more information, go to https://www.premier.vic.gov.au/new-check-system-businesses-

14.01.2022 Are you involved in a local sporting club or organisation? As part of Council's Good Sport Initiative, we are working with other industry organisations to deliver a series of professional development workshops. The workshops are designed to give sporting clubs and organisations the tools they need to return to play safely and effectively. The next online workshop ‘Inclusive Clubs’ is being held on Monday 7 December at 6.30 pm. For more information and to register, got to https://bit.ly/33nb7KT

13.01.2022 Council wishes to advise that Marysville-Woods Point Road will be closed between Lady Talbot Drive and Warburton-Woods Point Road on Saturday 5 December from 8.00 am to 6.00 pm for the purpose of the Great Tarmac Rally. And on Sunday 6 December, Eildon-Jamieson Road will be closed between Goulburn Valley Highway and Big River Road from 7.00 am to 4.00 pm. Access will be permitted at certain times during these closures. For more information, visit www.australiantarmacrally.com/gte

12.01.2022 Murrindindi Shire Council's weekly streaming show featuring performers and artist interviews. This week we’re joined by Adam Dennis and Lisa Nolte.

12.01.2022 As Council advised Friday, it only became aware of the Yumaanda Gathering on the evening of Thursday 21 January. The event organisers were advised not to proceed with the event on Friday 22 January, as it did not have necessary approvals pursuant to legislation administered by Council, including the Planning and Environment Act 1987 and Building Act 1993. Further, there was not sufficient time for the organisers to obtain such approvals for the event as scheduled. Unfortuna...tely, event organisers have chosen not to follow Council’s advice and have continued with the event. Council considered attempting to stop the event, and as part of its consideration, amongst other things, consulted with Victoria Police. Council concluded that attempting to break-up or stop the event at that very late stage could potentially create greater risks for event attendees and the community, particularly having regard to the matters within Council’s statutory functions. Both Council and Victoria Police have been patrolling the event over the weekend and will continue to do so, with relevant emergency services on standby. Once the event is finished, Council will consider whether it takes legal action against the event organisers, however, the main focus at present is ensuring the safety of those attending and the safety of the community.

12.01.2022 Our pools in Alexandra, Eildon, Marysville and Yea will be closed tomorrow (Wednesday 2 December) due to predicted low temperatures. A reminder that our pools will only open on days when the forecast temperature is 23 degrees or above, at each location. Pools will open for morning lap swimming and school/swim club bookings regardless of the forecast. For more information, go to www.murrindindi.vic.gov.au/pools

11.01.2022 Council advises that our Library and Customer Service Centres in Alexandra, Kinglake and Yea, as well as our Mobile Library and Customer Service, will be closed on Thursday 20 May 2021 for a staff training day. Council can still be contacted on 5772 0333 for general enquiries. All services will resume as normal on Friday 21 May 2021. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

11.01.2022 National Recycling Week is coming up from 9 15 November. To mark the occasion, we are giving Murrindindi Shire residents a peak inside the Material Recovery Facility where we send your kerbside recycling. Virtual ‘Follow your waste’ tours will be running all week, simply find a time that best suits you and book it in at https://rethinkrecycling.eventbrite.com.au

11.01.2022 Council, in collaboration with its library partner Yarra Plenty Regional Library Service, Australia, is rolling out a brand new Library Management System and Library App, which provides a one-stop shop for all of our wonderful library services. The free App will be available from 2 December via the Apple Store or Google Play Store, depending on your device. Once the App is downloaded on your device, you can access our broad range of eBooks, eMagazines, Audiobooks, newspapers, music, social media posts and more. Please note that a number of our online library services (including the catalogue) will be unavailable from midnight tonight until Wednesday 2 December while we move to the new system. For more information about the changes, you can visit our website at www.murrindindi.vic.gov.au/libraries

11.01.2022 Forest Fire Management Victoria advises that due to current bridge works Royston Road, near Rubicon, will be closed at No 6 Track and Rubicon River Road from th...e January 20 to approximately February 27, 2021. Access to the Rubicon Historic Area is available via Snobs Creek Road and No5 Track/Browns Road, then down Royston Road. Please note No 6 Track is four-wheel drive only. For further information about parks and forests to visit go to www.parks.vic.gov.au or www.ffm.vic.gov.au Murrindindi Shire Council Victorian High Country Huts Association Victorian High Country Discover Dindi

07.01.2022 Did you know our libraries and customer service centres have resumed (almost) normal hours (check our website at https://bit.ly/2KSsCMT for details)? Pop in for a chat about our services, to borrow a book or to pay a Council bill. We prefer payments by card due to COVID-19, but still accept cash at each of our offices. Please note we only accept card payments on our Mobile Library and Customer Service van.

05.01.2022 Following the Victorian Premier’s announcements earlier today, here’s a COVID-19 video update from our Acting CEO Michael Chesworth.

04.01.2022 A Total Fire Ban has been declared for North Central today (Monday 25 January), including Murrindindi Shire. A reminder that our Resource Recovery Centres are closed on days of Total Fire Ban.

04.01.2022 This year, we’re powering the Garage Sale Trail recovery edition alongside 115 other legendary Aussie councils. The event is free for residents, great for the planet and helps to strengthen our community. Get involved by registering for an ONLINE GARAGE SALE. Wondering how it all works? There's heaps of resources to step you through setting up your very own virtual sale. Register today at www.garagesaletrail.com.au/Murrindindi-Shire #WasteFreeWednesday

02.01.2022 Did you know that you can now watch sales at the Yea Saleyards online? The next sale is on tomorrow, Friday 13 November at 10.30 am. For more information and to watch the live stream, go to www.murrindindi.vic.gov.au/saleyards

02.01.2022 Here’s today’s video update from our Acting CEO Michael Chesworth. For the latest information, please visit our website at www.murrindindi.vic.gov.au

02.01.2022 Do you want to spread some kindness in your local community? Hey Neighbour! is an initiative identified in Council’s COVID-19 Community Recovery Plan and aims to help reduce feelings of social isolation and encourage the re-establishment of local connections within our community. Spread some kindness locally by grabbing a ‘Hey Neighbour!’ postcard from your local shop or community organisation and popping it in your neighbour’s letterbox to offer a helping hand, show your ap...preciation, say thanks or invite them over for a (COVID-safe!) backyard BBQ. For more information about the Hey Neighbour! initiative, including where you can collect the postcards, go to www.murrindindi.vic.gov.au/heyneighbour

02.01.2022 #ReflectRespectCelebrate #AustraliaDayVic #wereallpartofthestory #AusDayAmbassador #AusofheYear

02.01.2022 It's National Road Safety Week from 16 - 23 May. Pledge to drive, so others survive! Find out more at www.roadsafetyweek.com.au

01.01.2022 The public toilets on Aitken Crescent in Kinglake are receiving a makeover and will be closed from 18 May until 29 June 2021. While the facility is closed, please use alternative toilets located at Bollygum Park or in Kinglake West. We ask that you do not use the toilets at businesses, unless you are a customer. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. For more information on this project, please give Council a call on 5772 0333.

01.01.2022 Council’s Fire Prevention Slashing Program commenced last week, in preparation for the forthcoming fire season. Contractors have started slashing in Alexandra and Eildon and will be moving to Taggerty, Yarck, Molesworth, Yea and Highlands next. As always, we’ve started the program in the northern parts of the Shire, which dry off earlier than the southern parts. For more information about the program and to download the slashing schedule, go to https://bit.ly/31DF2O4