Murrindindi Shire Council

03/09/2026

Alexandra, R U coming to the movies?

Movies, Meals and Meaningful Connections will be at Alexandra Shire Hall, 55 Grant Street this Friday 4 September.

Enjoy a free BBQ, practical wellbeing tips from a local mental health professional and screenings of Sketch and Tinā.​

Inspired by the message of R U OK?, these events encourage meaningful conversations and remind us that support often begins with a simple check-in.​

We encourage guests to arrive early for a meal and a chat, then stay afterwards for supper and conversation. Often, it is those informal discussions that become the most memorable part of the evening.​

Content information​: Sketch (PG) contains mild themes and fantasy violence. Parental guidance is recommended.​
Tinā (M) contains mature themes including grief, loss and references to suicide.​

For more information and to register, visit www.murrindindi.vic.gov.au/ruokmovies26

This event is supported by a Look Over the Farm Gate grant provided by Agriculture Victoria under the Victorian Government's 2025 Drought Support Package. See less

03/09/2026

Closing date extended‼️

Applications for the third term of Victoria's Biosecurity Reference Group close soon.

🌱 If you'd like to help shape biosecurity policy, programs and priorities in Victoria, now is the time to apply.

We're seeking people from a range of industries, communities and sectors who can bring different perspectives to the table.

Find out more and apply via the link in the comments 👇

03/09/2026

ARE YOU HOME EDUCATING YOUR CHILDREN?

We want to make sure every child and family has the opportunity to help shape Council projects that affect them.

Murrindindi Shire Council has secured VicHealth funding for projects that support a healthy, connected and engaged community.

We would love to hear from you if you home educate your children, or if you are part of a home education group, network or community.

We are creating a contact list of local home-educating families and groups so we can share relevant information and opportunities to have your say on projects that affect children, young people and families in our community.

If you would like to be included, please contact Council using the details below and provide the following information:

🔸Your name
🔸Your email address
🔸The ages of your child/children
🔸The name of your home education group or network, if applicable
🔸Your suburb, town or general area within Murrindindi Shire

Providing these details will help us ensure we can share information and opportunities that are relevant to your family and your children’s age group.

For more information or to be added to our contact list, please contact Council on 03 5772 0333 or email [email protected]

02/09/2026

🌱 Free Mulch Available at Alexandra Resource Recovery Centre

Looking for free mulch for your garden or property?

This weekend, our team will be on hand to help load trailers, making it easier for residents to collect mulch from the Alexandra Resource Recovery Centre.

The mulch has been generated from the Great Victorian Rail Trail hazardous tree removal program, which forms part of Emergency Management Victoria's bushfire recovery works.

📍 Alexandra Resource Recovery Centre Opening hours:
• Saturday: 10.00am - 4.00pm
• Sunday: 10.00am - 4.00pm

♻️ Before you visit:
• Bring a trailer or suitable vehicle
• Wear closed-toe footwear, preferably safety boots
• Mulch collection is free
• Residents will still need to load mulch into trailers by hand

Come down this weekend, stock up on mulch, and give your garden a boost. 🌿

02/09/2026

Fire season inspections will commence in October across Murrindindi

As we head into the warmer months, Council's Fire Prevention Officers will begin inspecting properties across the Shire to help identify fire hazards that may pose a risk to people, homes and the environment.

Council has a responsibility under legislation to help reduce the risk of fire starting and spreading on land within our municipality. This includes working with landowners to identify and address potential fire hazards.

In many cases, officers will provide information and guidance to support property owners in reducing risk. Where necessary, Fire Prevention Notices may be issued requiring works to be completed.

We understand that conversations about fire preparedness can be difficult for some members of our community. The aim of these inspections is not to catch people out. It is to help identify and address risks that could threaten people, homes and the environment.

Together, we can help create more prepared and resilient communities.

🌐 Learn more about the roles of different agencies at www.cfa.vic.gov.au/about-us/working-with-other-agencies/who-does-what

02/09/2026

👋GOODBYE PEAK FLU SEASON BUT WE'RE STILL HERE!☀

Murrindindi Shire Council’s community immunisation sessions continue to provide accessible immunisation options for local families throughout the year.​

Fortnightly immunisation sessions for children aged 0 to 5 years are held at Alexandra, Yea and Kinglake on Wednesdays. These sessions help ensure children stay up to date with their routine vaccinations in a friendly, local setting.​

Planning is underway for next year’s session dates. Updated information will be available on Council'swebsite in September.​

Bookings are essential. Please visit www.murrindindi.book.vitavo.com.au/login​ to make an appointment.

For general information about immunisation, visit Sharing Knowledge About Immunisation (SKAI)​ at www.skai.org.au

02/09/2026

🎈COMMUNITY IDEAS MAKING A DIFFERENCE💭

From local events and sporting clubs to heritage projects and community initiatives, Council invested more than $182,000 through its 2025-26 Grants and Sponsorships Program to support 73 projects across Murrindindi Shire.

These projects help bring people together, create opportunities, celebrate local history and strengthen community connections. Thank you to the volunteers, organisations and individuals whose passion and dedication help make our communities vibrant, connected and resilient.

For more information about Council grants and funding opportunities, visit www.murrindindi.vic.gov.au/grants

02/09/2026

🪵Free Mulch at Alexandra Resource Recovery Centre (RRC)

Mulch generated from hazardous tree removal works is now available free of charge at the Alexandra RRC.

Bring your trailer, wear closed-toe footwear and note that you will need to load the mulch yourself while supplies last.

Council staff will be available to load mulch for residents between 10.00 am and 4.00 pm on Saturday 5 September and Saturday 3 October.

Find out RRC opening hours online at www.murrindindi.vic.gov.au/rrc

02/09/2026

Farmers can access free, independent support through the Rural Financial Counselling Service

RFCS offers:
💬 financial counselling
🤲 wellbeing support
📝 assistance with grant and loan applications

To speak with a counsellor or access wellbeing support, call 1300 771 741.

01/09/2026