Please note that our offices will be closed for the Labour Day Public Holiday on Monday, March 9, 2026. If your matter is urgent, please call (03) 5358 8700.
Help shape the future of aged care, early years and Stawell Sports and Aquatic Centre services by providing your feedback via three engagement opportunities available in March. You can find out more about these opportunities and how to get involved via the link below.
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Several council grant funding streams are now open for applications including the Tourism Events Grant which closes on March 9, and the Community Grant, Arts and Culture Grant and Creative Education Fund which all close on March 31. Further information can be found on our website via the link below.
The Northern Grampians Shire is rich with lifestyle opportunities and facilities. It offers a secure, rural setting, an enviable climate and excellent health and community services. Whether you choose country acres, a period home or a modern townhouse, realistic real estate prices mean you can genuinely afford to enjoy your choice of lifestyle.
Navigate through the options below to find information on a range of topics including waste collection, building and planning services, rates and valuations, public health services, community care and community safety.
Whether you're looking for a new pet to join your family, or want to ensure your current animals are registered, you can do it all here! We can also provide information on what to do if you are having issues with a barking dog, or come across injured wildlife.
All you need to know about disposing of waste, as well as personalised information on waste and recycling collection services.
Find out about building requirements
Providing general information about the Community Safety Team including the General Local Law 2022, environment and litter, temporary permits and enforcement.
Information in regards to community care services within the Northern Grampians Shire.
Find out how you can hire a Council facility or venue, and information about land sales and leasing of Council property.
General advice about fencing law in Victoria including who is responsible for the cost of fencing and repairs, complaints and damaged fences and how council might help with getting in touch with your neighbour.
Welcome to the Northern Grampians Shire! We love our backyard and know you will too. Let us help provide some helpful information to get you settled into your new home including contact details for some important community services.
Information about rates and valuations and how they fund council services and facilities.
The following information highlights council's statutory planning and strategic planning services.
Council's Infrastructure department is responsible for maintaining all Council-managed infrastructure including roads, bridges, stormwater drainage, buildings, parks and gardens, street trees and street furniture.
Our public health team helps prevent infectious disease and minimise public health risks throughout the shire. Priorities include food safety surveillance, regulation of household waste water disposal, the investigation of infectious disease outbreaks and public health nuisance complaints.
The Northern Grampians Shire Council is able to provide a number of VicRoads services at the Stawell and St Arnaud Customer Service Centres.