For updates on cooling centres, Council services, community meetings and relief support, visit the January 2026 fire and heat page.
The Mount Alexander Planning Scheme governs the use, development and protection of land in our shire.
Learn about planning scheme amendments and view amendments that have been approved.
We develop strategic plans for the use, development and protection of land in the Mount Alexander Shire.
Find out how Council is addressing the housing affordability challenge in our community.
Development plans are a requirement of any major subdivision or development of land. Learn more about them here.