Following on from the success of our Northern Gramps Girls Can campaign last year where council lit up exercise spaces in the early mornings, several of the shire’s sporting facilities are due to light up again in 2026. Between May 4 and September 30, spaces in Stawell and St Arnaud will light up from 6pm to 7.30pm on Monday and Wednesday evenings, and from 6am and 7am on Wednesday mornings.
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It's important you understand the type and severity of emergency risk you face at your property and in your location.
The first 72 hours after an emergency or disaster event are the most critical for survival and recovery. Following the below advice will ensure you are adequately prepared should you find yourself in such event.
Understanding the different types of emergency events and their potential impact to you and your property is the first step. Find out more about the following types of emergency events via the links below.
Collating an emergency plan is critical to surviving an emergency event and could save your life. Areas to consider when writing your plan include:
Gather and store items ready to support you and your loved ones for 72 hours. Consider if your emergency kit will include:
Taking time to scan, download and save important documents in digital copies will ensure your family and your possessions are protected and you are in position to recover after a crisis.
Important things to save digitally can include:
Documents
Home inventory
Contact information
Stay up to date with the latest emergency warnings and information via:
Police, Fire or Ambulance - call 000 immediately.
VicEmergency
ABC Local Radio
BOM
CFA
Parks Victoria
VicTraffic
VIC SES
Northern Grampians Shire Council