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Farmers in Hepburn Shire to Benefit from Expanded Victorian Drought Support Package
Farmers in Hepburn Shire are set to benefit from a significant expansion of the Victorian Government’s drought support, with an additional $15.9 million committed to assist those affected by prolonged dry conditions and challenging seasonal forecasts.
Hepburn Shire Council Releases Draft Budget with Rate Increase and Service Reductions
Hepburn Shire Council has released its draft Budget for 2025/26, outlining a strategy to address ongoing financial challenges through a combination of increased rates and substantial operational savings. The draft documents, which include the Council Plan, Financial Plan, Revenue and Rating Plan, and Asset Plan, are now open for public consultation until 5 June.
Blue Trees and Youth Mental Health
The Blue Tree Project is a grassroots mental health initiative, one of several in the Shire. Youth Mental Health First Aid, the Blue Tree Project and Live4Life aim to address mental health challenges by promoting awareness and equipping community members with the skills to support young people in need.
Celebrating National Volunteer Week 2025: Embracing New Trends in Volunteering
National Volunteer Week 2025, celebrated from 19 to 25 May, is a time to recognise the essential role that volunteers play in building strong, connected communities. This year’s theme, “Connecting Communities”, reflects the powerful impact of collective action and civic participation across Australia.
Council Seeks Community Feedback on Council Plan
Hepburn Shire Council is inviting community feedback on a suite of draft strategic documents that will shape the future of the Shire, including the draft Council Plan 2025–29.
More Local Properties Available and Prices Softening
Over the last three months, there was a significant increase in properties for sale in Daylesford and surrounding districts. The number of houses for sale increased by nearly 15% to 156, up from 136. The increase from February saw the number of properties offered...
Live4Life Launches Hepburn Crew at Daylesford College
Live4Life Hepburn introduced the members of the 2025 Crew with a memorable launch event at Daylesford College on Friday May 9. Live4Lfe, spans both suicide prevention and mental health/wellbeing education and Live4Life is the only program of its kind designed specifically for rural and regional areas.
Information Session: Digital Water Metres and the Daylesford Pipeline
Central Highlands Water (CHW) will soon replace it’s fleet of more than 75,000 existing water meters with new digital water meters. Stage 2 of the Daylesford Pipeline Project which involves an upgrade to the Blampied Pump Station on the Goldfields Superpipe is underway. Come along and hear an update from Central Highlands Water about these important water supply projects.
Something Special – Notes From the DNC
Become a member of the Daylesford Community Centre. Be a part of something special.
Call for Expressions of Interest: Heather Mutimer International Women’s Day Advisory Committee
Hepburn Shire Council is inviting expressions of interest from passionate and suitably experienced community members to join the Heather Mutimer International Women’s Day Advisory Committee. This important committee plays a key role in overseeing the Heather Mutimer...