Share Your Feedback

We strongly value feedback and input from the community.

By Having Your Say, you provide the Council with vital information that assists in influencing projects, plans, strategies and more.

Council values and acknowledges all feedback from the community and wishes to thank you in advance for your input.

 

Have Your Say - Proposed Waste & Recycling Service Changes

Yarriambiack Shire Council is inviting the community to have their say on a series of proposed changes to waste and recycling services set, to begin from 1 July 2026. The proposal’s aim is to ensure long term financial sustainability, improve service equity across the Shire, and align Council operations with upcoming State Government requirements.

Council’s review highlights several key challenges affecting ongoing service delivery, including rising operational costs, ageing facilities requiring significant investment, and the need to move towards full cost recovery.

With a small population spread across a large geographic area, current charges no longer cover service costs.

Key Proposed Changes
Kerbside Collection

Standard new service offering: 120L General Waste (weekly), 240L Recycling (fortnightly), 120L Glass (bimonthly).‑monthly).

  • Existing 80L and 240L general waste services will be maintained for current customers, unless a request is made for the 120L bin.
  • Charges will increase by 10% in 2026/27 to progress towards full cost recovery.
  • Larger 240L bins are available under exceptional circumstances.
Commercial Properties
  • Commercial kerbside services remain optional.
  • Charges to increase by 50% from 2026/27.
  • New bin configuration options will be available.
Transfer Stations
  • Proposed increase to the general waste fee to $45 per cubic metre, aligning with neighbouring councils.
  • Green waste and e-waste disposal will remain free for residents.
  • Improved safety, accessibility, and facility upgrades proposed for the Murtoa, Warracknabeal and Hopetoun transfer stations.
  • Reduced opening hours at most stations to improve efficiency, with Warracknabeal maintaining current availability.
Hard Waste Collection
  • Introduction of a fee-for-service hard waste collection for eligible residents, including Seniors Card holders, Disability Health Care Card holders, and all residents in Yaapeet and Patchewollock where the skip bin service will no longer be available.
  • Service offered at $45 per cubic metre, collected directly from homes by booking.
FOGO (Food Organics & Garden Organics)
  • Introduction of a new FOGO service from 1 July 2027, mandated by the State Government.
  • Community consultation will determine bin size and collection frequency.
  • A service fee will apply, with arrangements still being finalised.
Why Are Changes Needed?

Council’s financial modelling shows that current waste and recycling charges fall short of covering the full cost of service delivery. The proposed changes aim to create a fair, equitable, and sustainable system that ensures all residents have access to essential waste services while avoiding cross-subsidisation across other Council operations.

Additional Information Documents

Information Brochure(PDF, 10MB)

Frequently Asked Questions(PDF, 328KB)

Additional Questions & Answers - news page

Have Your Say

Community input is vital to shaping Council's final recommendations.  Feedback can be provided via:

Online Survey

Hard Copy Survey(PDF, 15MB)

If you would like a hard copy survey to be mailed to you, please contact our Customer Service team via phone on #03 5398 0100, or via email at info@yarriambiack.vic.gov.au and we will send out a survey with a reply-paid envelope.

Alternatively, you may visit our Council Municipal Office in Warracknabeal or Council's Engagement Van to collect a survey.

Consultation closes 5.00pm - Friday, 13 March 2026, with final recommendations to be presented to Council on Wednesday, 25 March 2026.

Have Your Say - Road Hierarchy 2026 & Road Register for Local Roads & Streets 2026

At the Yarriambiack Shire Council we strive to build our community as identified through the Yarriambiack Community Vision: “A strong and connected community prioritising sustainable and innovative approaches to support the wellbeing of our people, economy and environment”

Our road maintenance, renewal and development programs intend to deliver against this Vision.

The road hierarchy document is an essential tool in the management of the local roads for which the Council has responsibility. This hierarchy provides direction in the following aspects of road management.

• Target specification for the physical characteristics of the road.

• Frequency of routine maintenance inspections.

It is important that Council direct its limited road funding to where it will achieve best value. The hierarchal classifications reflect the relative community importance of roads and enable Council to effectively define an appropriate level of service to all roads in the Council Road network.

The Road Register provides details of all the roads and streets within the Yarriambiack Shire. Details recorded against roads and road segments include; hierarchy classifications, surface types and maintenance responsibilities.

Details regarding the management of these roads are provided in Council’s Road Management Plan and Council’s Road Hierarchy.

Yarriambiack Shire Council seeks feedback from the Community in relation to both the Road Hierarchy 2026, and the Road Register for Local Roads and Streets 2026.

Feedback closes at 5pm, Wednesday 11th March 2026

 

View the Road Hierarchy 2026 document here(PDF, 13MB)

View the Road Register for Local Roads and Streets 2026 document here(PDF, 1MB)

Have your say via our online form here

 

Have Your Say - Footpath Hierarchy and Implementation Plan 2026

The Yarriambiack Shire Council owns and maintains approximately 61km of constructed footpaths within the Shire, by means of walking, and in recent times, an increase in mobility assistance vehicles (gophers) and bicycles has occurred. Shared pathways provide a passage for people to access areas and services within the Municipality including hospitals, schools public transport, open spaces and other community services.

These paths comprise of various materials such as concrete, pavers, bitumen and asphalt.

At the Yarriambiack Shire Council we strive to build our community as identified through the Yarriambiack Community Vision - “A strong and connected community prioritising sustainable and innovative approaches to support the wellbeing of our people, economy and environment.” Our footpath maintenance, renewal and development programs intend to deliver against this Vision.

This plan has been prepared to demonstrate Council’s management of footpath assets within the region.

The Footpath Hierarchy and Implementation Plan will be used to set the basic standards of our footpath network and be used in the management, maintenance and construction works ensuring we complete these in the most cost effective manner, providing the best value for our community within the resources available to the Council.

Yarriambiack Shire Council seeks feedback from the Community in relation to the Footpath Hierarchy and Implementation Plan 2026-2030.

Feedback closes at 5pm, Wednesday 11th March 2026

 

View the Footpath Hierarchy 2026 document here(PDF, 17MB)

Have your say via our online form here

Have Your Say - Tree Management Policy and Yarriambiack Street & Reserve Tree Strategy

Have Your Say: Tree Management Policy & Yarriambiack Street & Reserve Tree Strategy – Proposed Changes for 2026/27 and Beyond

Help Shape the Tree Management Policy and Yarriambiack Street and Reserve Tree Strategy:

DRAFT-Tree-Management-Policy.pdf(PDF, 766KB)

DRAFT-Yarriambiack-Street-and-Reserve-Tree-Strategy.pdf(PDF, 26MB)

Yarriambiack Shire Council Tree Management Policy seeks to address the issues underlying the major areas of concern to residents: 

  • Tree planting, 
  • Tree pruning,
  • Tree removal,
  • Damage caused by trees. 

The policy provides a framework to guide the routine aspects of public tree planning, tree selection and planting, tree maintenance and removal in the shire with the aim to increase the benefits provided by public trees in the urban landscape.  

The Yarriambiack Street & Reserve Tree Strategy sets out a long-term vision for Council managed trees across the Shire. It highlights the value of trees and identifies opportunities to improve canopy cover in the seven key towns assessed as part of the strategy development.  

Key elements of the Policy 

The goal of tree management is based on an understanding of the dynamic nature of the resource, its aesthetic and safety requirements, public attitude and perception, and Council’s commitment to engaging and working with the community. All trees have a finite lifespan and eventually trees need to be removed and replaced. Council commits to the following:  

  1. Council will manage public trees through the application of appropriate and timely scheduled works in response to changes in the environment, the community’s expectations and legislative requirements.  
  2.  Council will undertake tree management programs to increase canopy coverage, protect existing trees, promote public safety and tree health, implement cost effective enhancement and maintenance of the public trees, increase public awareness of the value of our trees, and maximize the social, economic, and environmental benefits of public trees for current residents and future generations.
  3. In an urban environment, some changes to the tree’s environment cannot be avoided. To ensure the continued health of our tree population and particularly mature trees, all efforts are made to minimise the extent of change and associated impacts on existing trees.
  4. Council will ensure that arboriculture best practice is used to deliver tree management programs or services.  

The Tree Management Policy is a living document that will be updated regularly to reflect the changing environmental conditions, the introduction of new tree species, evolving community expectations, and advancements in industry standards and practices.   

Key elements of the Yarriambiack Street & Reserve Tree Strategy 

This Strategy outlines the value of trees and their importance to the towns of Yarriambiack. It provides guidance on how to establish healthy trees – overcoming the unique climatic, financial and physical constraints of the area – and supports appropriate species selection. It also sets a long-term vision for Council-owned and maintained trees across the Shire.  

As part of the Strategy, a street typology approach was developed to classify street types in Yarriambiack towns. This allows for practical, implementable guidance on tree planting. 

On-site assessments were conducted in seven key town across Yarriambiack to better understand the unique community characteristics and environmental, financial and cultural contexts of the area. The town assessed were: 

  • Warracknabeal, 
  •  Beulah,
  • Hopetoun,
  • Murtoa,
  • Minyip,
  • Woomelang,
  • Rupanyup. 

The identification of specific planting opportunity locations, complemented by the overarching guidance provided through the street typology classification, will effectively support future tree management across Yarriambiack.  

Have Your Say

Community feedback is important and vital for shaping our recommendations and decisions.  Feedback can be provided via:

Online Survey

Hard Copy Survey(PDF, 27MB)

If you would like a hard copy survey to be mailed to you, please contact our Customer Service team via phone on #03 5398 0100, or via email at info@yarriambiack.vic.gov.au and we will send out a survey with a reply-paid envelope.

Alternatively, you may visit our Council Municipal Office in Warracknabeal or Council's Engagement Van to collect a survey.

Consultation closes 5.00pm - Friday, 27 March 2026.  Council will review all feedback and present final recommendations on Wednesday, 22 April 2026.

Have Your Say – Economic Development Strategy

Have Your Say – Economic Development Strategy

The Economic Development Strategy sets out Council’s long‑term approach to supporting a diverse, resilient and sustainable local economy. It provides a strategic framework to guide Council decision‑making, advocacy and investment in areas such as business development, employment, industry diversification and economic opportunities across the Shire.

The Economic Development Strategy has been subject to a targeted review to ensure ongoing alignment with Council’s Position Statement on Mining, Renewable Energy and Transmission Lines, along with the Council Plan 2025-2029. The Strategy was originally adopted by Council on 23 August 2023 and is scheduled for renewal on 28 August 2027. While the Strategy was not due for review at this time, the review was undertaken to confirm consistency with Council’s current policy position and strategic direction.

The Economic Development Strategy will be reviewed again in 2029, to align with the next Council Plan.

Submissions

Feedback must be received by 5.00pm, Tuesday 17 March 2026.

View the Draft Economic Development Strategy 2026-2029 here(PDF, 3MB)

Have your say via our online form here

Or make a submission in writing to:

Chief Executive Officer

Yarriambiack Shire Council

PO Box 243

Warracknabeal VIC 3393

Or by email to: info@yarriambiack.vic.gov.au

Please include the subject line: “Submission – Have Your Say, Economic Development Strategy”

Thank you for taking the time to share your views. Your input is important and will assist Council in shaping a strong and sustainable Economic Development Strategy for our community.

 

Have Your Say – Onsite Wastewater Management Plan 2026-2031

The Onsite Wastewater Management Plan 2026–2031 is a new Plan developed to ensure the effective treatment and management of onsite wastewater systems across the municipality, with the aim of protecting human health, the environment and local amenity.

The Plan provides a strategic, risk‑based framework to guide Council’s management and regulation of onsite wastewater management systems, particularly in unsewered areas. It identifies and assesses the cumulative risks posed by onsite systems and outlines actions to reduce and manage those risks now and into the future.

The Onsite Wastewater Management Plan supports Council’s decision‑making when assessing and issuing permits for onsite wastewater systems, and helps ensure systems are appropriately designed, installed, operated and maintained. It also aligns with relevant legislation, environmental protection requirements and best‑practice guidelines, and has been developed in consultation with key stakeholders.

Through this Plan, Council seeks to improve consistency, transparency and long‑term planning for onsite wastewater management, while supporting sustainable development and safeguarding the health of the community and the natural environment.

Submissions

Feedback must be received by 5.00pm, Tuesday 17 March 2026.

View the Draft Onsite Wastewater Management Plan 2026-2031 here(PDF, 3MB)

Have your say via our online form here

Or make a submission in writing to:

Chief Executive Officer

Yarriambiack Shire Council

PO Box 243

Warracknabeal VIC 3393

Or by email to: info@yarriambiack.vic.gov.au

Please include the subject line: “Submission – Have Your Say, Onsite Wastewater Management Plan 2026-2031”

Thank you for taking the time to share your views on the Onsite Wastewater Management Plan 2026–2031. Your input is important and will assist Council in managing onsite wastewater systems safely and sustainably across the municipality

 

Coffee With A Councillor sessions

Coffee with a Councillor

You're invited to come along, enjoy a cuppa, and connect directly with the Councillors of the Yarriambiack Shire Council.

These relaxed, drop‑in sessions are a great opportunity to ask questions, share your ideas, raise local matters, and chat about what’s important to you and your community.

Whether you have specific feedback or simply want to meet your local representatives, we’d love to see you there and hear your thoughts.
Your voice helps shape the future of our Shire.

We look forward to welcoming you.

Friday February 20

  • Patchewollock: 9.30am to 10.30am, Patchewollock Community Store
  • Speed: 11am to 12pm, Speed Post Office
  • Lascelles: 12.30pm to 1.30pm, Mallee Hen Cafe

 

Monday March 2

  • Beulah: 9.30am to 10.30am, Beulah Post Office
  • Brim: 11am to 12pm, McPherson's Store
  • Warracknabeal: 12.30pm to 1.30pm, The Local 165

 

Friday March 20

  • Hopetoun: 9.30am to 10.30am, Country Lane Delights
  • Woomelang: 11am to 12pm, Woomelang Multipurpose Centre

 

Monday March 23

  • Murtoa: 10.15am to 11.15am, Murtoa Neighbourhood House (SLAAM)
  • Rupanyup: 11.40am to 12.40pm, Dunmunkle Community Library Precinct
  • Minyip: 1.30pm to 2.30pm, Minyip Cafe

 

For full details, visit our Events Directory here

 

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