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We are currently seeking to appoint an independent member to our Audit Committee. Applications close 5pm Friday 7 August.

Four newly installed 30-metre high light towers were turned on for the first time at Harley Hammond Reserve Oval in Broadford this week.

The Upper Plenty community is preparing to open the new Upper Plenty Mechanics Institute Hall, or “The Shack” as it’s locally known.

Latest COVID-19 news and updates from Council

Mitchell Shire Council is supporting the safety-first approach of the State Government, which has resulted in the Shire going to Stage 3 COVID-19 restrictions from 11.59pm on Wednesday.

To help you learn a little bit more about plastic pollution, why not cast your eyes over one of these documentaries to inspire, inform or help you in your Plastic Free July challenge.

Broadford is getting two new play spaces and Mitchell Shire Council is looking for input on the draft designs. Head to our Engaging Mitchell portal to have your say.

The results of the annual Community Satisfaction Survey are out now. Libraries, customer service and the appearance of public areas have topped the list as the best performing areas.

Meeting the challenges of Victoria’s fastest growing municipality has seen the appointment of Brett Luxford as the new Chief Executive Office of Mitchell Shire Council.

Mitchell Shire Council will not continue the Seymour Flood Levee Project.