A BUMPER Mitchell Shire Council meeting was set to address the adoption of the 2026-27 budget and the 10-year financial plan last night.Residents had one final chance to submit questions about the budget the previous week at council’s community questions and hearings meeting, with the budget put forward last night for adoption.The adoption follows months of community feedback, with...

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