Yarriambiack Shire Council is seeking community feedback on a proposed Deed of Variation to its lease with NBN Co Limited for a small parcel of land located at the corner of the Rupanyup Recreation Reserve on Gibson Street, Rupanyup.
NBN Co Limited entered into a 20-year lease with Council in 2013 and subsequently installed the monopole tower, which has been essential in providing fixed wireless coverage to Rupanyup and the broader surrounding community as part of the National Broadband Network.
NBN Co Limited has identified the site as suitable for long-term renewal due to the significant increase in demand for broadband services. The proposed variation would extend the lease by a further 33 years, to expire in 2066, increase the annual base rent and annual rental escalation payable to Council, and include several minor administrative amendments.
In accordance with section 115 of the Local Government Act 2020, any lease of 10 years or more requires Council to undertake a community engagement process in line with its Community Engagement Policy.
Council supports the proposed variation, recognising the importance of the NBN tower and the services it provides to the community. Community members are invited to provide feedback on if they support or do not support the proposal by 5.00 pm on Friday, 12 June 2026
You can have your say by completing the online submission form via the link below,
Online Form link
or you may send a written response address to:
Chief Executive Officer, Yarriambiack Shire Council, PO Box 243 Warracknabeal 3393.
Council will also accept email submissions to info@yarriambiack.vic.gov.au