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In this edition: Council service changes over Easter, Rail Trail art in Mitchell, animal registrations due, Easter recycling tips, fire restriction lifting, have your say on local projects, plus the latest events in Mitchell Shire.
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SEYMOUR BOAT RAMP UPGRADE
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Minister for Outdoor Recreation Sonya Kilkenny visited Seymour on Friday 31 March to announce upgrades to the Manners Street boat ramp at Lions Park.
The ramp is among several inland ramps prioritised for enhancements, funded through the Victorian Government's Better Boating Fund.
Better Boating Victoria recently enlisted engineering firm Confluence to carry out concept design work for the project.
Visit our website for more information.
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RAIL TRAIL ART IN MITCHELL SHIRE
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Two major art pieces are now in place in Mitchell along the Great Victorian Rail Trail, with all 7 pieces along the trail expected to be completed by the end of April.
The Nook by Donna Marcus can be viewed near the Schoolhouse Lane rail trail car park and Traces by Yu-Fang Chi can be viewed near the Trawool Estate car park.
Murrindindi, Mitchell and Mansfield Shire Councils are working together on this exciting project, which will see 7 major art installations placed along the 134 kilometre trail which goes from Tallarook to Mansfield.
Head to our website for more information about the project.
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MAYOR JOINS ADVISORY PANEL
Mitchell Shire Mayor Fiona Stevens has been appointed as one of 13 Mayors from across Victoria to be an advisor to Local Government Minister Melissa Horne.
The Local Government Mayoral Advisory Panel is a mix of urban, regional and rural mayors representing the diversity of Victorian communities.
The first meeting of the advisory panel with Minister Horne was on Tuesday 4 April.
Cr Stevens said she would use the panel as an opportunity to bring Mitchell Shire’s key issues to Minister Horne.
Find out more on our website.
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CAT CURFEW
Cats must be at home at night
If you own a cat, or there is a cat living at your house, it must be kept on your property at night time, between sunset and sunrise.
Your cat can still go outside at night, but they must stay on your property. This can be done through fencing, enclosures or by keeping your cat indoors.
The curfew helps keep cats safer, reduce the impact of nuisance cats on the community, protect wildlife and the environment and help to manage feral cats
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ANIMAL REGISTRATION
Check your details are correct
Animal registrations need to be renewed by 10 April each year.
Are you new to Mitchell Shire, have your contact details changed or is your pet no longer with you?
If so, please make sure the contact details associated with your animals have also been updated.
This will help us to return them if they get lost and helps us get the right information to you when you need it.
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RECYCLE LIKE A PRO THIS EASTER
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Did you know Easter egg foil wrappers are recyclable!?
They're too small and light to recycle on their own, but in a big ball (at least the size of a golf ball), you can recycle them in your yellow-lidded recycling bin.
Collect your foil wrappers and scrunch them into a ball. Get the whole family involved and see who can make the biggest foil ball this long weekend.
Easter egg foil is made from aluminium which is a valuable recyclable.
Approximately 75% of aluminium ever produced is still in use today as it can be recycled endlessly without compromising any of its unique properties or quality.
Aluminium’s lifecycle provides significant benefits through recycling, saving 95% of the energy it would take to make new aluminium metal – so don’t let those small pieces of precious metals go to waste.
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SEYMOUR POOL
Indoor pool temporary closure
The indoor pool at the Seymour Sports and Aquatic Centre will be closed from Saturday 8 April for approximately four weeks for maintenance works and upgrades.
The pool’s heating system requires an upgrade and while the pool is drained, damaged tiles will be replaced, grouting redone and a commercial-grade clean completed.
While these repairs are being undertaken, there will be no access to the pool for lap swimming, aqua play or aqua classes.
We're also upgrading gym equipment, the stadium floor, adding new carpet in the foyer and new chairs in the pool deck.
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FIRE RESTRICTIONS
Fire Danger Period ends soon
The CFA have announced the Fire Danger Period in Mitchell Shire ends at 1am on Tuesday 11 April.
No Council permits to burn will be granted during the Fire Danger Period. While fire restrictions will lift, there are still rules to follow for burning off.
In residential areas and properties under 0.4ha (1 acre) and semi-rural areas over 0.4ha, you can only burn off on Wednesdays and Saturdays between 10am and 3pm. You will need a permit to burn off outside of these times.
If you live in a rural area, you can burn off at any time.
Even if you don’t need a permit to burn, all fires must be registered on the CFA website or by calling 1800 668 511
Visit our website for more information about burning off.
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CONSULTATION OPPORTUNITIES
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Current projects seeking input
We have a few consultation opportunities open at the moment, and we would like to hear your views and ideas. We're currently seeking input on:
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Draft Affordable Housing Strategy
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Survey to help develop a draft Urban Forest Strategy
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Nominations for Flood Community Recovery Committee
We've included some details on each of these projects below. You can also head to our Engaging Mitchell consultation portal, find out more at a Customer and Library Service Centre or call us on 5734 6200.
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URBAN FOREST
Consultation closing soon
We've prepared a short survey to help gather ideas from the community about where people want to see trees planted, how many, what types and how to protect important trees on public and private property.
We also want to know your thoughts on how an urban forest strategy can help our community adapt to climate change.
Survey closes Tuesday 11 April.
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FLOOD RECOVERY
Last chance to nominate
We're looking for community members to join a Community Recovery Committee to help with the recovery from the flood in October 2022.
The participation of local residents, their knowledge, and their expertise in the planning and implementation of recovery work is vital to help shape recovery.
Nominations close Tuesday 11 April.
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DRAFT AFFORDABLE HOUSING STRATEGY
We've released a draft strategy to help ensure plans for future communities consider a range of housing needs.
Our next drop-in sessions will be held:
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Tuesday 11 April, 4pm to 5pm at Wallan Customer and Library Service Centre
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Thursday 13 April, 3pm to 4pm at Greater Beveridge Community Centre.
Consultation closes Friday 21 April.
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PUBLIC HOLIDAY SERVICE CHANGES
There are some changes to Council's operating hours for the Easter and Anzac Day public holidays.
Some services will be closed, some will have reduced hours, while other services remain open as normal.
There will be no kerbside collection on Friday 7 April (Good Friday).
Please put your bin out for collection the night of Friday 7 April for collection Saturday 8 April, if Friday is your regular collection day.
Take care on the roads if you're travelling for the long weekend.
Check VicTraffic and DELWP for the latest road and track updates.
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DISCOVER MITCHELL
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There's plenty to see and do this long weekend
Whether you're looking to showcase our part of the world to visitors, or you just want to get out and about on your own, there's something for everyone in Mitchell.
You can enjoy a family day out in Wallan at the Community Bank® Adventure Playground, a day of cycling on the Great Victorian Rail Trail from Tallarook, a glass of locally made wine in Tooborac, or enjoy the serenity sitting on the banks of the Goulburn River in Seymour.
Looking for more ideas for visiting family and friends? Visit our Discover Mitchell website, or drop in and see the team at our Visitor Information Centre in Seymour.
The centre is open from 10am to 4pm Thursday to Saturday each week, and the team can provide a range of advice and recommendations no matter your style of travel.
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SCHOOL HOLDAYS
Activities aplenty in Mitchell
We've got a range of school holiday activities happening in Mitchell this Easter break.
You will find some free or low-cost activities at Council’s libraries, leisure centres and through our youth programs to keep children and teenagers entertained during the school holidays.
Some of the events include a gardening workshop, Lego Masters, rock painting, a bubble party and plenty more.
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LOVE YOUR LIBRARY
Get involved with your local library
Come and celebrate Love Your Library Month in April by attending an event at one of our libraries.
Join us at the Kilmore Library at 9.30am on Saturday 15 April, for a special celebration.
There will be a talk from local author Cathy Koning, followed by some morning tea, marble mug creations for adults as well as craft tables and STEAM activities for kids.
Book your spot at the Kilmore celebration on the Eventbrite website
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KINDERGARTEN OPEN DAY
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Looking for a kindergarten in Mitchell Shire?
Come along and have a look at our range of kindergartens and meet our wonderful teaching teams at an open day on Saturday 29 April. Times and locations are available on our website.
Kindergarten applications for 2024 can be submitted on our website, at our Customer and Library Service Centres, or by calling the Children's Services Team on 5734 6200.
Head to our website for more information about kindergartens in Mitchell Shire.
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CAREERS AT COUNCIL
Apply to join Team Mitchell
Think you'd make a good fit at Team Mitchell? We currently have these roles available:
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Waste and Resource Recovery Officer
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Community Engagement and Recovery Officer
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Organisational Support Officer
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Development Contributions Officer
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Safer Together Project Officer
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Lifeguard
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Gym Instructor
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Duty Manager
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Statutory Planner
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Customer and Library Services Team Leader - Learning, Development and Implementation
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Swim Instructor
For more information on these roles or to apply, head to our website.
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NEXT MEETING
Attend a meeting or watch online
The next Council meeting is on Monday 17 April at 7pm at the Council Chambers, 113 High Street, Broadford.
Did you know you can watch meetings on our website?
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Mitchell Shire Council acknowledges the Taungurung and Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung people as the Traditional Owners of the lands and waterways in the area now known as Mitchell Shire. We pay our respect to their rich cultures and to Elders past, present and emerging, and other First Nations people who live, work and play in the area.
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