Christmas Window Competition Winners Announced! Published on 20 December 2024 The annual Christmas Window Decoration Competition is a Southern Grampians Shire tradition that we really look forward to around here, and this year was an absolute cracker. We had 19 entries from across the Shire, shops and businesses that put in an enormous effort to bring joy and spirit to our streets. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Southern Grampians Reconciliation Action Plan Formally Endorsed Published on 20 December 2024 Southern Grampians Shire Council received endorsement from Reconciliation Australia for the newly developed Southern Grampians Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan late last month. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Round Two Community Partnership Grants Opening Soon Published on 17 December 2024 Southern Grampians Shire Council is pleased to announce round two of the Community Partnership Grants will open early in the new year.Community Partnership Grants are designed to support new or expanding initiatives, projects or events that contribute to the development of vibrant, inclusive, and resilient communities across the Shire. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Council Awards Demolition Contract for Community Hub Project Published on 13 December 2024 Southern Grampians Shire Council awarded the demolition contract of 90-92 Lonsdale Street for the Community Hub at last night’s ordinary Council meeting. Murrihy Demolitions Pty Ltd, a Warrnambool based Contractor, was identified as the successful tenderer with project scope to include the demolition of the existing buildings and site preparation for the Community Hub which is set to house an Tagged as: , Media Releases
Striving Towards a Sustainable Southern Grampians Published on 13 December 2024 Southern Grampians Shire Council adopted the 2024-2041 Sustainability Strategy at last night’s ordinary Council meeting.The Strategy will be a key driver for a more sustainable and resilient future, outlining ambitious actions towards reducing Council’s carbon footprint and adapting to the challenges of climate change. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Council Awards Contract for Cricket Net Upgrades at Pedrina Park Published on 13 December 2024 Southern Grampians Shire Council awarded the contract for the Pedrina Park Cricket Net Renewal of $162,230 at last night’s Council meeting. Following a budget submission by the St Andrews Cricket Club, Council allocated funding in the 2024/25 budget for the much-needed upgrades to the cricket nets and a contract was awarded to SJ & CE Van Kalken. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Council Awards Contract for Key Accessibility Project Published on 13 December 2024 Southern Grampians Shire Council has taken significant steps toward improving accessibility and modernising public facilities, awarding a contract during the December meeting to design and construct a Changing Places facility in the Hamilton Botanic Gardens. A Changing Places facility is a specialised public restroom designed to provide safe and dignified bathroom access for individuals with comp Tagged as: , Media Releases
Ring in 2025 with Fireworks at Lake Hamilton! Published on 09 December 2024 The Southern Grampians Shire Council fireworks display is back to light up the skies this New Years Eve with a new location at Lake Hamilton. The fireworks will be launched from a pontoon on the Lake, providing the perfect vantage point for spectators to enjoy the show.The display will kick off at 10:00pm on Tuesday 31 December 2024 and promises to bring in the new year in style. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Join the Conversation - Shape the Future of the New Hamilton Gallery Published on 27 November 2024 Southern Grampians Shire Council invites community members to help shape the design of the New Hamilton Gallery (NHG). Tagged as: , Media Releases
Help Shape the 2025 – 26 Council Budget Published on 26 November 2024 Southern Grampians Shire Council invites residents to contribute to the 2025/26 Council Budget, putting out the call for community budget submissions this week. Residents are encouraged to get involved early, to help inform Council on the services that are most important to them. Tagged as: , Media Releases