Council invites community to learn about Newstead Flood Study outcomes

Published on 25 February 2026

Mount Alexander Shire Council is holding an information session to update residents on the outcomes of the Newstead Flood Study.

Council is committed to working with the community to improve safety, reduce impacts and build long‑term flood resilience in Newstead.

The flood study has been delivered over three stages, with strong community involvement throughout Stage One (2024) and Stage Two (2025). The project is now in Stage Three, where Council is sharing the study results and recommendations.

A community information session will be held to present flood mitigation plans and other key findings.

Community members will be able to discuss the outcomes with staff from Council, Water Technology, and the North Central Catchment Management Authority.

Community Information Session

Date: Monday, 16 March 2026
Time: 6.00pm to 6.30pm (Presentation), 6.30pm to7.00pm (Q&A)
Venue: Newstead Community Centre, Main Hall, 9 Lyons Street, Newstead

Mount Alexander Shire Mayor Toby Heydon said that community engagement played a vital role in the Newstead Flood Study.

“I’d like to thank everyone in the Newstead community who took the time to review the flood study and provide feedback,” said Cr Heydon.

“This is a fantastic example of Council and community working together to come up with the best possible solution – one that focuses on the safety and wellbeing of Newstead now and into the future.

“I invite residents to come along to the upcoming information session to learn about the recommended mitigation option, view the flood study reports and ask questions.”

Information packs detailing the study results and recommendations will be available from 17 March at the Newstead Post Office, Newstead Rural Transaction Centre and Castlemaine Civic Centre.

Information is also available online at www.shape.mountalexander.vic.gov.au/newstead-flood-study.