Council celebrates community groups who are prepared and resilient Published on 19 December 2024 In August, Swan Hill Rural City Council, in collaboration with the Australian Federal and State Governments, launched the Community Flood Recovery and Resilience Grants program. This initiative was designed to support a community-led recovery following the October 2022 flood event. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Emergency, Media Release
Road Reconstruction works to commence on Station Street Published on 19 December 2024 Council is pleased to advise that work is set to begin on the reconstruction of a 644-metre section of Station Street, Woorinen, from Woorinen Vinifera Road to Palmer Street. Works will commence on Monday, 6 January 2025. Tagged as: , Media Release
Australia Day and Shared Connections Celebrations in 2025 Published on 19 December 2024 Council invites everyone to join a variety of exciting events across the municipality over two days to celebrate Australia Day 2025. Tagged as: , Media Release
Council Launches New Online Tool for Project Updates Published on 19 December 2024 Council is excited to announce the launch of a brand-new online tool designed to keep residents updated on Council projects. Tagged as: , Media Release
An exciting chance for residents to share your views! Published on 18 December 2024 A Community Satisfaction Survey will commence for residents of Swan Hill Rural City Council in late January 2025. This is a chance for residents to help shape the future of the community and ensure that their voices are heard!From late January, for up to three weeks, residents may receive a call on their landline or mobile phones. Tagged as: , Media Release
Council Secures Funding for Affordable Housing Project Published on 18 December 2024 Council is thrilled to announce its successful application for funding through the Victorian Government’s Regional Worker Accommodation Fund (RWAF). This vital initiative is designed to deliver suitable and affordable housing for regional communities, effectively addressing the pressing need for accommodation for key workers and their families. Tagged as: , Media Release
Council Signs Sub-Lease Agreement for Former Drag Strip Site Published on 17 December 2024 Council is pleased to announce the signing of a sub-lease agreement with the Skid City Consortium for the former drag strip site. This follows considerable negotiation and marks a significant step forward in maximising the use of this space for the benefit of the community.The sub-lease agreement will officially commence on January 1, 2025, for a three-year period. Tagged as: , Business and Economy
Smoking Ceremony Marks a New Chapter for Swan Hill Published on 17 December 2024 Members of the First Nations community, local Councillors, and stakeholders of the Swan Hill Tourism and Cultural Hub and Swan Hill Regional Art Gallery recently gathered to participate in a traditional Smoking Ceremony. This sacred ritual was held at the construction sites of the new and refurbished buildings and extended to the Pental Island Bridge, preparing the land for its role in future cult Tagged as: , Arts and Culture
A message from Mayor Cr Stuart King Published on 16 December 2024 Christmas wishes and 2024 reflections Tagged as: , Message from the Mayor
Changes to Waste Services Due to Extreme Weather Published on 13 December 2024 To ensure the safety of our workers and the continuation of services, kerbside collections will commence and finish earlier than usual on Monday, 16 December 2024. Tagged as: , Community Safety