Hamilton Pump Track is Open! Published on 17 February 2025 Southern Grampians Shire Council is excited to invite you to the official opening of the highly anticipated Hamilton Pump Track! Mark your calendars for Friday, 21 February, and join us from 4pm to 6pm at the Hamilton Skate Park for an action-packed afternoon of fun, food, and music. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Your Council, Your Community Published on 14 February 2025 Southern Grampians residents are invited to contribute and share ideas for the Southern Grampians Shire Council Plan 2025-29. The Council Plan is an important document that is developed from community feedback and outlines key priorities that drives the new Council’s strategic direction over the next four years. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Big Year for Capital Works Published on 14 February 2025 Southern Grampians Shire Council is on track for another significant year of investment in community infrastructure, with the 2024/25 Capital Works Program set to exceed last year’s $18 million expenditure—the highest in six years. The current forecast for this financial year stands at an ambitious $23 million, demonstrating a strong commitment to renewal and major projects that will benefit r Tagged as: , Media Releases
Brighter, Safer, and More Accessible – Solar Lighting Coming to Lake H Published on 13 February 2025 Southern Grampians Shire Council is set to bring a long-awaited upgrade to one of the region’s most loved outdoor spaces, with the installation of solar lighting around the Lake Hamilton shared use track including the Lakeside Dog Park.At last nights scheduled Council meeting, Council awarded a contract to Leadsun Australia Pty Ltd of $618,669 (ex. GST) to deliver the project, ensuring a safer an Tagged as: , Media Releases
Exciting Playground Upgrades on the Way for Hamilton’s Lakes Edge Published on 07 February 2025 Installation of new all-abilities play equipment at Lakes Edge Playground in Hamilton, will commence next week, ensuring more children can play, connect, and have fun together. These amenities have been funded by Better Together Inc, a locally based not-for-profit that seeks to create visibility and foster inclusion of the disability community in the Southern Grampians community. They have done Tagged as: , Media Releases
Installation Begins on Hamilton Pump Track Published on 06 February 2025 Exciting news for local riders! The long-awaited pump track at the Hamilton Skate Park is about to take shape, adding a dynamic new space for BMX, skateboard, scooter, and balance-bike riders.Designed with input from local youth and riding enthusiasts, the pump track will complement the existing skate park, creating a vibrant, social hub for young people and families to enjoy. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Have Your Say on Hamilton's CBD Revitalisation Published on 31 January 2025 Southern Grampians Shire Council is excited to invite the community to help shape the future of Hamilton’s CBD as part of a major streetscape revitalisation project. The Hamilton CBD Revitalisation Project will focus on the CBD streetscape between Kennedy and Cox; and French and Lonsdale Streets. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Community Input Sought for Safer Local Roads Upgrades Published on 28 January 2025 Southern Grampians Shire Council is excited to announce a major step forward in road safety improvements, thanks to a grant opportunity through the TAC’s Safe Local Roads and Streets program. This initiative, developed in partnership with the Department of Transport and Planning, provides funding of up to $2 million for each Victorian council to deliver critical road safety upgrades.With this fun Tagged as: , Media Releases
Community Satisfaction Survey Set to Open January 28 Published on 23 January 2025 Southern Grampians Shire Council invites residents to have their say in the 2025 Community Satisfaction Survey, which runs until mid-March.Council CEO Tony Doyle emphasised the importance of the annual survey in shaping the Shire’s future. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Visitor Spending Soars in the Southern Grampians this Summer Published on 21 January 2025 The Southern Grampians Shire has plenty to celebrate, with the latest Spendmapp data revealing a $2 million boost in spending during the bustling November-December 2024 period.Visitor spending played a starring role, surging an impressive 10% year-on-year and giving our local economy a boost in time for the holidays. Tagged as: , Media Releases