Community Vision Assembly update Published on 09 April 2021 Council would like to thank residents who registered to be a part of the Community Vision Assembly. Selected by an independent consultant, the Assembly members represent the broad demographics of the community.
FOGO goes shire wide from July Published on 09 April 2021 In July, Council will expand the Food Organics Garden Organics (FOGO) service shire-wide to all Macedon Ranges households. This completes the roll-out, which began in February 2020 to over 16,000 properties across the shire.
Disability Parking Permits are changing Published on 09 April 2021 Council has now transitioned to the new state-wide Accessible Parking Permit (APP) Scheme and online system.
In-person and online customer service support increasing Published on 09 April 2021 Macedon Ranges Shire Council is pleased to announce the increase of our in-person customer service hours at all customer service centres. These increases are in line with and consider COVID-19 guidelines and easing of restrictions.
Have your say on Waste Management & Resource Recovery Strategy Published on 01 April 2021 Council is seeking community feedback on the draft Waste Management & Resource Recovery Strategy, available to view online and in person until 10 May 2021.
Daly Nature Reserve culturally planned burn Published on 01 April 2021 Macedon Ranges Shire Council will be conducting a cultural planned burn, in partnership with Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung’s Narrap Team. The planned burn will take place at Daly Nature Reserve, Howey Street, Gisborne, during April, May or June depending on when weather conditions are suitable.
Plenty for locals and visitors alike at Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival Published on 01 April 2021 The inaugural Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival is a chance for visitors and locals to immerse themselves in a bounty of autumn colours and autumn-inspired events, with scenic drives, food, drink and artistic experiences across the region.
Grants applications now open! Published on 01 April 2021 Local community groups and organisations are encouraged to apply to Council’s grants programs, the Community Funding Scheme and the Events & Festivals Grant Program for 2021-22.
COVID Creative & Cultural Support Program recipients announced Published on 30 March 2021 Earlier this year, Council invited arts practitioners, groups and organisations to submit their ideas to develop and deliver art projects which increase engagement in arts and culture.
Seeking community support volunteers Published on 30 March 2021 Council’s Community Support unit is looking for new volunteers to join the team.