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.
Find out more
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.
Published on 10 July 2024
If you are considering representing your community by standing for Council in the October elections, then attending the Victorian Local Governance Association’s Candidate Development Program is a must.
There are no special qualifications to become a local government councillor, other than enthusiasm, and a desire to serve your community. However, a good understanding of the role can help you to know if it is right for you.
Northern Grampians Shire Council will be hosting two online sessions delivered by the Victorian Local Governance Association as part of a Pre-Election Candidate Development Program. The sessions are free and will help prepare community members interested in standing as candidates in the October election.
“I encourage anyone thinking about standing for Council to attend one or both of the free online sessions. It will help answer your questions and prepare for the upcoming election,” Northern Grampians Shire Mayor, Councillor Rob Haswell said.
The first online session, Becoming a Councillor, will be held on Thursday 18 July, 6.30pm - 8.30pm. Bookings are essential, please register at https://ow.ly/iCT250SvF7e
The second session, Life as a Woman Councillor, will be held on Thursday 25 July, 6.30pm - 8.30pm. This session supports the Victorian Government’s target of 50% women in local government by 2025 which is also backed by Northern Grampians Shire Council and we encourage interested women to attend.
Bookings are essential, please register at https://ow.ly/FygX50SvF7f
Watch our two videos from experienced Councillors on life as a Councillor.
Dorothy Patton https://youtu.be/b0ah-ltvHlA?si=u2u0FrwN9ObP0z5I
Kevin Erwin https://youtu.be/OkpziUGumR4?si=uOtl7wUJ9zQI6sQC