Mount Alexander Shire Council appoints new Chief Executive Officer Published on 17 June 2026 Michael Annear brings more than 30 years of senior leadership experience across local government, international humanitarian work and community-focused organisations. He has served as Council’s Director Infrastructure and Development since 2021. Tagged as: , News and updates
Council adopts 2026/27 budget focused on community, infrastructure Published on 17 June 2026 Councillors have adopted the 2026/27 Budget, delivering a practical plan to maintain services, invest in infrastructure and support community wellbeing in a challenging financial environment. Tagged as: , News and updates
Council appoints affordable housing trustee, receives major donation Published on 20 May 2026 Mount Alexander Shire Council has taken a major step to address local housing needs, appointing a Trustee to establish the Mount Alexander Affordable Housing Trust. Tagged as: , News and updates
Power poles removed as streetscape redevelopment hits milestone Published on 20 May 2026 Mount Alexander Shire Council is marking a major milestone in the Frederick Street and Mechanics Lane Streetscape Redevelopment, with overhead power poles and wires removed following the completion of underground power works. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
Growing in Mount Alexander: A community approach to healthy eating Published on 19 May 2026 A community initiative, Growing in Mount Alexander, is set to inspire young children and their families to embrace healthy eating while building practical skills through hands-on vegetable gardening. Tagged as: , Health & Wellbeing
Have your say on the Maldon Gardens playspace upgrade Published on 19 May 2026 Council is planning upgrades to the Maldon Gardens playspace and is inviting the community to share ideas and feedback. Tagged as: , Health & Wellbeing, Improvement Works
Announcing the winners of the 2026 Edgy Veg Awards Published on 15 May 2026 Returning to the to Mount Alexander Shire for the second fabulous year, 2026’s Edgy Veg Award winning scores are now in! Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Business & Economy, Health & Wellbeing
Free workshops: Learn how to win government contracts Published on 15 May 2026 Council is inviting local business operators to a free afternoon of workshops designed to help build pitching skills and better understand how to win government grants and contracts. Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Events & Activities
Join us to commemorate Sorry Day and National Reconciliation Week Published on 12 May 2026 Council invites the community to come together to commemorate National Sorry Day and National Reconciliation Week through a series of local events. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Honours & Celebration
Mayor's Message - 12 May 2026 Published on 12 May 2026 Read a message from our Mayor, Cr Toby Heydon. Tagged as: , News and updates