Hanging Rock Reserve closed due to flooding

Due to the Hanging Rock precinct flooding, the reserve closed at midday to ensure visitor safety.
The weather looks clearer over the weekend, and we anticipate the reserve will be open as usual. However, we will communicate any changes to opening hours on the weekend via the website and Facebook.

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Scheduled website maintenance - Saturday 8 October

Some online services such as online payments, permits and reporting an issue will be unavailable on 8 October between 8am and 12noon. We apologise for any inconvenience.

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Livestock and animals

Dangerous or nuisance animals

What to do if you see wandering animals or livestock, dangerous or barking dogs and information about pest animal control.

Foot-and-mouth disease

Foot-and-mouth disease is a highly contagious viral disease of livestock causing fever followed by the development of blisters in the mouth and on the feet.

Injured or dead animals

Report injured or dead animals to us and injured wildlife to Wildlife Victoria. Do not try to help injured animals as they may behave unpredictably.

Keeping livestock and animals

Find out the breeds and numbers of animals you can keep on your property and what your responsibilities are with fencing and weed control.

Livestock grazing

Find out what is required if you wish to graze livestock on Council land.

Kyneton Saleyards

Sale information for the Kyneton Saleyards, including sale dates and times, stock agents and use of the Kyneton Truckwash.

Lost and found animals

If you lose or find an animal, you need to report it to Council. Impound and boarding fees apply for impounded animals. Warnings and fines may also apply.