2026 Victorian State Election

We are always advocating for a range of priorities that matter to our community, as outlined in our Advocacy Priority Prospectus.

Ahead of the Victorian State Election in November, we’re focusing on the following priority projects where we are seeking funding and support.

Election commitment tracker

The following election commitments have been announced that relate directly to Macedon Ranges Shire Council or our community.

Date 

Party

Commitment
10 July 2026 Labor

$179,000 in funding for pedestrian safety improvements at Romsey Road and High Street, Woodend, including relocation of the pedestrian crossing, new footpaths and pedestrian fencing.
10 August 2026  Liberal

Remove DPO24 within the first 100 days of government if elected, enabling development of affected land and supporting delivery of up to 300 homes in Lancefield.
 12 August 2026 Labor Advocating for removal of DPO24 and continuing to work with government, landowners in Lancefield and Council.
 4 September 2026 Victorian Liberal-Nationals Coalition Restore and expand the Country Roads and Bridges Program, providing $288 million over four years including $1.5 million annually in untied funding for each rural and regional council.
15 September 2026 Liberal

Will return planning decisions for the proposed housing development at Clarkefield to Macedon Ranges Shire Council.
 September 2026 Liberal Support for state funding of Tony Clarke Reserve facility upgrades in Macedon.
 30 September 2026 Labor $670,000 commitment for upgrades to sporting facilities at Tony Clarke Reserve in Macedon.

Council does not endorse any political party or candidate. The table lists publicly announced commitments relevant to our shire.

Support local advocacy

You can help raise awareness of local priorities and influence decisions that affect your community.

Our Advocacy Toolkit provides practical guidance for advocating to Council, the Victorian Government or the Australian Government.

Voting and election information

The Victorian State Election will be held on Saturday 28 November 2026.

Macedon Ranges Shire is represented by the Macedon electorate.

Voting is managed by the Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC).

Find out how and where to vote on the Victorian Electoral Commission website.

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