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Over several months, Council has been asking the community to shape key strategic documents that provide direction toward community outcomes over the medium to long term.

Council’s annual urban tree planting program is a chance for community members to influence what locations get new or replacement trees. With planning now underway for the 2026 program, Council is inviting community members to nominate priority location

The 2025-26 Municipal Rates and Charges notice is being issued and Council is preparing the community for the addition of the Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund (ESVF) charge.

Free disposal of green waste is back at the Mansfield Resource Recovery Centre this spring, in a Council initiative to clear their properties from green waste ahead of the fire danger period.

Proposed car park upgrades to improve parking capacity and accessibility in Jamieson township are now open for community feedback.

Have you experienced flooding in the Delatite River, Howqua River and Upper Broken River catchments? Community members are being invited to share their local knowledge and experience of past flood events, which will be used to cross-check a new flood stud

Throughout the next 12 months, Council’s Maternal and Child Health Service will distribute 500 free literacy packs to local families, helping children build essential skills and encouraging a lifelong love of reading.

Do you want to be part of strengthening your local community and fostering a more inclusive Mansfield Shire? The Mansfield Social Inclusion Action Group (SIAG) is calling for new members — enthusiastic community members are encouraged to apply.

Council is seeking community feedback on a proposed speed limit reduction on Erril Street, Mansfield.