Northern Grampians Shire residents can influence council's 2026/27 budget by reviewing and providing feedback on the proposed council plan year two priorities. This process is different from previous years where residents traditionally had an opportunity to provide submissions to a draft budget. Feedback closes at 4pm Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
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Council invites you to join us to celebrate and honour local achievements at our annual Australia Day ceremonies in St Arnaud and Stawell on Monday, January 26. There are also partner events across the shire in townships such as Navarre, Stuart Mill and Marnoo.
As part of our broader 2025-29 Council Plan community engagement process and following the conclusion of the Community Engagement Survey we conducted in February, we are planning to host a series of discussion forums in central townships across the shire where members of the community can come together to discuss key themes and insights presented through the survey.
While a survey mechanism is great for obtaining insights on a large scale, it is important we include appropriate context and validation discussions to support these insights and ensure Council fully understands the direction provided by the community. It is also a great opportunity to dig a little deeper and expand on certain insights.
If you are interested in taking part in this face-to-face opportunity in Great Western, please register your attendance below for catering purposes. We look forward to seeing you there.
Community Pavillion, 42-54 Brunel Street, Great Western, 3374, View Map
42-54 Brunel Street , Great Western 3374
Free