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In this edition: Kilmore bypass community meeting, compost subsidy, community craft project, country concert, plus the latest events in Mitchell.

Picture: Fireworks will be one of the many attractions at the Seymour Show tonight and Saturday. Check out our events calendar for details. 
 
People share their opinions at community forum
 
HELPING GET KILMORE BYPASS MOVING

More than 150 people attended a Mitchell Shire Council community forum for the Kilmore bypass on Wednesday night.

With Kilmore’s population set to double in the next 20 years, the bypass is one of the Shire’s most urgently needed road and infrastructure projects.

As well as easing congestion, the bypass will help protect and enhance the character and amenity of the town centre.

Council has identified the Kilmore Bypass as one of its nine State Election priorities and is urging the community get behind the project.

Residents are encouraged to contact their local MPs and candidates to tell them why they want Kilmore Bypass.
Find out more about Council’s State Election priorities
 
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COMPOST SUBSIDY Join the world of composting
 

Cut down the amount of waste going into your household garbage bin by joining the wonderful world of composting or worm farming.

For the month of October, Council is offering a Compost Bin and Worm Farm subsidy, where residents can claim up to 50 per cent back for any compost bin or worm farm purchased at one of our participating retailers (capped at $50 for worm farms and $30 for compost bins).

To claim the subsidy, simply purchase your compost bin or worm farm from a participating retailer, then complete the claim form on our website within seven days of purchase.

 
CLAIM THE SUBSIDY
 
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RATES NOTICES First instalment due soon
 

Rates notices went out a little bit later than usual, so the payment date has been extended.

If you normally pay by instalment, we’ve extended the payment date by two weeks to Friday 14 October.

Are you having trouble paying your rates? Please contact us as soon as possible to discuss your situation and set up a payment plan to avoid extra costs.

Interest will be charged until overdue amounts are paid in full.

 
MORE INFORMATION
 
 
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COUNTRY CONCERT

Mitchell Shire Council is once again proud to host the free Country Concert as part of the Victorian Seniors Festival. 

This year's concert features rockabilly legend Lonnie Lee.

It's on Tuesday 11 October from 11.15am to 1.15pm at the Broadford Hall, Murchison Street, Broadford.

If you need help booking tickets, please visit any of our Customer and Library Service Centres.

You can also call our Community Development team for more information on 5734 6200 or email them.
 

BOOKINGS
 
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FIREWORKS AND PETS

There will be fireworks as part of the Seymour Show on Friday 30 September from 9pm to 9.15pm.

Fireworks can be very frightening for animals, so please ensure your pets are safely contained and consider moving any nervous pets inside where possible.

Find more info on caring for your pets during fireworks on the RSPCA website.
 
 
INPUT WANTED FOR CONSULTATIONS
Have your say on the Engaging Mitchell website
 

We have a few consultations open at the moment, and we would like to hear your views and ideas. We're currently seeking input on:

Anzac Avenue Masterplan: Mitchell Shire Council is developing a masterplan to improve the Anzac Avenue streetscape from the railway underpass to Delatite Road. Submissions close Friday 30 September.

Street renaming proposal in Broadford: We're proposing to rename part of Ferguson Street in Broadford on the western side of the railway line between Hamilton Street and Murchison Street. Submissions close Monday 3 October at 9am.

You can find out more and have your say on our Engaging Mitchell consultation website.

 
ENGAGING MITCHELL
 
 
 
WHAT'S ON

Looking for something to do? Check out these Council and community events:

Seymour Show: on Friday 30 September from 4pm to 9pm and Saturday 1 October from 9am to 4pm at Kings Park, Seymour. 

Tallarook Farmers' Market: on Sunday 2 October from 8.30am to 12.30pm at the Tallarook Mechanics Institute Hall.

Seven Sisters Festival: on all day Thursday 6 October until Sunday 9 October in Glenaroua. 

Wallan Olde Time Market: on Saturday 8 October from 9am to 2pm at Hadfield Park, Wallan.

Kilmore Quilt Show: on Saturday 8 October from 10am to 4pm at Kilmore Soldiers Memorial Hall.

Did you know you can also list your own event in Council's event calendar? Visit our website for more information.

GO TO EVENT CALENDAR
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The Wallan Olde Time Market is on Saturday 8 October from 9am to 2pm at Hadfield Park, Wallan. 
 
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COMMUNITY CRAFT 500 Stars for Mitchell
 

We're inviting locals to come together to make stars to support 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.

The One Billion Stars Project is a community project devised by Maryann Talia Pau, a weaver artist living on Quandamooka Country in Queensland.

Now Mitchell Shire Council is inviting everyone to contribute to 500 Stars for Mitchell.

The finished installation of 500 stars will be displayed during the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence from November.

 
MORE INFORMATION
 
Children cooking
 
COOKING WORKSHOP Zero waste cooking class
 

In celebration of Children’s Week we're offering a free cooking webinar for kids on Thursday 20 October from 6pm to 7pm.

Join us for a fun and educational virtual cooking experience that focuses on innovative yet simple ways to reduce household food waste.

Our Facilitator will share helpful tips and tricks about reducing food waste and teach you how to make a delicious bread and butter pudding using stale bread.

This event is designed for kids of all ages but supervision from a parent or guardian is needed as the oven will be used.

 
DETAILS
 
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SMALL BUSINESS BUS Free support for small business
 

The Small Business Bus is coming to Kilmore and Wallan.

The bus travels to locations across Victoria providing advice and support for small businesses.

Confidential sessions are 45 minutes and free but bookings are essential.

It's in Kilmore on Monday 10 October from 10am to 4pm outside the Commonwealth Bank. It's in Wallan on Thursday 13 October from 10am to 4pm in the Wellington Square carpark.

 
MORE INFORMATION
 
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MARKETING SUPPORT Social media workshop for business
 

This two-evening workshop is open to all Mitchell Shire businesses that want to improve their social media engagement.

All you need to bring along is an internet accessible device capable of taking photos and an active Instagram business account with at least one post.

Evening one is on Wednesday 26 October at Harley Hammond Reserve, Broadford from 6pm to 9pm and evening two is on Wednesday 2 November at Mitchell Shire Council Chambers, Broadford from 6pm to 9pm.

 
BOOK YOUR SPOT
 
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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.

New roles this week:

  • Social Worker - Children's Services
  • Growth Area Planning Coordinator
  • Administration Officer - Local Laws
  • Planning Services Coordinator
  • Pool Lifeguards, Duty Manager, Gym and Group Fitness Instructors, Swim Instructor

For more information on these roles or to apply, head to our website.

 
APPLY ONLINE
 
Broadford Council Chambers
 
COUNCIL MEETING Meeting on Monday
 

The next meeting will be the Community Questions and Hearings Committee meeting at 7pm on Monday 3 October.

The next Council meeting will be held at 7pm on Monday 17 October.

The meetings will be held in the Council Chamber at Broadford Civic Centre (113 High Street).

Did you know you can watch Council meetings online?

Head to our website to livestream the meetings.

 
WATCH ONLINE
 
 

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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