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.
Our State Election Priorities
Barkly Square Pavilion: $3.87 million to deliver a new pavilion and community facility at Barkly Square in Kyneton.
Planning Certainty for the Macedon Ranges: Progression of key planning priorities including DPO24 in Lancefield, Clarkefield Development Proposal C164, Gisborne Futures and Romsey Structure Plans and implementation of Council's adopted master plans.
Prioritising Local Roads: Increased investment in local and state-managed roads, improved road safety and sustainable funding for regional road infrastructure.
Commitment tracker
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Council does not endorse any political party or candidate. The table lists publicly announced commitments relevant to our shire.
View a full list of commitments for our shire
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Party
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Commitment
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| 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.
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| 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.
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| Labor |
Advocating for removal of DPO24 and continuing to work with government, landowners in Lancefield and Council. |
| 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. |
| Liberal |
Will return planning decisions for the proposed housing development at Clarkefield to Macedon Ranges Shire Council.
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| Liberal |
Support for state funding of Tony Clarke Reserve facility upgrades in Macedon. |
| Labor |
$670,000 commitment for upgrades to sporting facilities at Tony Clarke Reserve in Macedon. |
| Labor |
$9 million to upgrade the Urquhart and High Street intersection in Woodend |
| Liberal |
$250,000 towards upgrades to the changerooms and toilets at Buffalo Sports Stadium |
| Independent - Dom Bonanno |
Commitment to secure funding for upgrades to the Lancefield Park Recreation Reserve |
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2026 Candidates
Last updated as at 8 October 2026.
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.