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environment
Natural treasures in spring
Mitchell Shire has many wonderful nature reserves—some small, some large, but all with a rich diversity of plants and animals on full display during...
Fortnightly bin collection sparks debate in Mitchell Shire
Mitchell Shire Council is set to introduce a new four-bin system, commencing next year in March.Following directions given by the State Government that requires...
Mitchell Shire Council takes legal action over tree removal
Mitchell Shire Council has taken legal action over the illegal removal of 88 native trees located in Wallan’s Hidden Valley.The matter was heard at...
Embracing National Tree Day
Schools and communities across the Mitchell Shire once again took their shovels and contributed to nature in light of National Tree Day on Sunday.National...
Seeds of renewal grants now open
Applications are open for the 2024 Australia New Zealand (ANZ) Seeds of Renewal program, with grants of up to $15,000 available for not-for-profit organisations...
Tree-mendous result for Rotary Club of Southern Mitchell
The Southern Mitchell Rotary’s Monster Tree Planting Day on Sunday, June 16, attracted volunteers from as far afield as Doncaster. Thanks to 125 volunteers,...
Victoria’s worst spot for animal collisions revealed
Wallan has been identified as one of Victoria’s top spots to be involved in an animal collision, with the town ranking third on the...
Discover the great outdoors with the City of Whittlesea
City of Whittlesea is helping residents learn more about the outdoors, specifically bush landscapes, in a series of new outdoor education workshops.Council is uniting...
Macedon Ranges Council delivering a sustainable Budget
Macedon Ranges Shire Council endorsed the Budget 2024-25 and Council Plan 2021-2031 (Year Four Actions 2024-25) at its May meeting, with this earlier adoption...
Food and garden waste bin available for renters across City of Whittlesea
Renters across the City of Whittlesea can now apply for a 240-litre green lidded kerbside food and garden waste bin, helping to reduce the...