MITCHELL Shire Council has sought residents’ feedback on its draft 10-year capital works program and the development of the 2026/27 budget.
The consultation process will include a series of pop-up sessions at local markets, online platforms for feedback submission, and a project pipeline on the council’s website.
Council aims to gather input from across the shire to ensure the budget and capital works program meet the evolving needs of the community.
Project highlights from the proposed four-year capital works program include:
Seymour Community Wellbeing Hub (financial year 2026/27); John Street, Kilmore Link Road (2027/28 to 2029/30); Beveridge Central Active Open Space (2026/27 to 2028/29); Wandong Kindergarten Community Entrance Veranda Expansion (2027/28); Harley Hammond Reserve, Broadford Tennis Courts and Lighting Upgrade (2027/28); Pyalong Recreation Reserve Hall refurbishment design (2027/28); Bald Hill Community Centre, Beveridge (2028/29); Wallan East Recreation Reserve planning and design (2026/27-2028/29); and Muyan Community and Children’s Centre, Wallan East (2026/27).
Mayor John Dougall said the budget consultation process gives residents a genuine role in shaping Council priorities.
“This is about hearing directly from our community on what matters most and using that feedback to guide our decisions,” he said.
“We have a responsibility to plan carefully for a growing shire and that means listening before we lock anything in. Community input helps ensure we are investing in the right places at the right time.
“We want as many people as possible to take part. The feedback we receive will inform how we balance infrastructure upgrades, essential services and long-term sustainability.”
Residents can learn more about the consultation process, view the draft documents, and submit their feedback at our Engaging Mitchell website.
Hard copy plans and submission forms will also be available from the council’s customer and library service centres or people can phone 5734 6200 for more information.
Submissions are open until Friday, February 27.
Council will host drop-in sessions at:
Tallarook Farmers’ Market, Sunday, February 1, 8.30am-12.30pm; Greater Beveridge Community Centre, Monday, February 9, 10am-noon; Wallan Olde Time Market, Saturday, February 14, 9am-2pm; Seymour Rotary Market, Sunday, February 15, 9am-1pm; and Gaol Café Kilmore Market, Sunday, February 22, 9am-2pm.
