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Regional Victoria eases restrictions again
The Victorian Government has announced that from 11:59pm Thursday 10 June, Regional Victoria will again ease restrictions, including gatherings in your home and community sport. Click here to view the full list
As the COVID-19 situation changes, so does Council's response. For an updated list of services post-lockdown visit our website or Facebook Page.
Support Packages for Small Business
The Victorian Government has launched the $250.7 million Circuit Breaker Business Support Package to assist small to medium businesses and sole traders, under the circuit breaker restrictions announced on 27 May 2021.
The package will support businesses unable to operate due to these necessary public health measures, including targeted support for the events industry. Click here to find out more.
Council Meeting Minutes now online
The minutes from Council's May meeting are now available on our website. The next Council meeting will be on Wednesday 23 June.
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The Victorian Government has announced that from 11:59pm Thursday 10 June, Regional Victoria's restrictions will ease to the following:
 Two adult visitors permitted in the home per day. Dependants of visiting adults excluded from cap
 Masks must be worn indoors, except at home or for those with exemptions, and outdoors where physical distancing can’t be maintained
 Outdoor public gatherings limited to 20 people
 Indoor sport and recreation open (including gyms and dance schools), play centres etc, max capacity indoors 50 people, total venue 150 and max group size 10 people
 Outdoor community sport permitted for all ages, training and competition (cannot travel to Melbourne), max group size 20, max venue capacity 150, 50 indoors. No venue limit if 100m distance can be maintained between groups (eg golf)
  Hospitality open for seated service, patron cap of 150, only 75 indoors, group size of 10, density quotients apply
 Religious ceremonies up to 150 people, with no more that 75 indoors
 Funerals up to 75 people indoor and outdoor
 Weddings capped at 20 people
 Hairdressing, beauty and personal services open - can remove masks for services, density quotients apply
 Community facilities open, density quotients, max 75 indoors, 10 person group limit
 Entertainment and leisure, largely open with capacity limits and density quotients. Creative studios open to capacity of 75 indoors
 Accommodation open for single households, plus two adults and their dependents
 Hospital and care facility visitors only allowed for end-of-life reasons, birth partners and parents of children
For a full list of the changes click here.
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It is normal to feel anxious, stressed or overwhelmed during these challenging times, and it can help to talk things through. You don't need to be in crisis to seek support – the Coronavirus Mental Wellbeing Support Service by Beyond Blue is available to everyone, no matter your situation. Their trained counsellors are ready right now to support you.
Visit the Coronavirus Mental Wellbeing Support Service at bb.org.au/3oRG6Zh, or call 1800 512 348 to get support now.
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Free Green Waste Disposal has been extended to 20 June due to the lockdown. Why not spend the long weekend in the garden!
Click here for transfer station openings times. Please remember to practice social distancing and adhere to the current restrictions and regulations in place.
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Councll has updated the Revenue Rating Plan to meet the Local Government Act 2020 requirements. The aim of the Plan is to determine the most appropriate, affordable revenue and rating strategy which, in conjunction with other income sources, will adequately finance the objectives proposed in the Council Plan. The Plan is now open for public comment until Monday 21 June. Click here to review the Plan.
Public comments can be made in writing to:
Ms Jessie Holmes
CEO
Yarriambiack Shire Council
info@yarriambiack.vic.gov.au
34 Lyle Street
PO Box 243
Warracknabeal VIC 3393
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Environmental Health Officer - Warracknabeal (Part Time)
Council is looking for an Environmental Health Officer to join our passionate and dynamic team to provide quality environmental health services which will protect and enhance the health of the community. Applications close on Monday 14 June 2021 and must be submitted via Happy HR.
Early Child Teacher - Minyip (Part Time)
Council is looking for a passion Early Childhood Teacher to join our team at Minyip on a part-time basis. We provide flexibility and high quality working environments and we’re an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to the principles of workplace diversity. Our Early Years team is committed to enhancing opportunities for all children in the community. Applications must be submitted via Happy HR. For more information about the position click here.
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2021/2022 Capital Works Program now available on Community Map!
The Capital Works Program is now on the community Map for the 2021-22 year. You are able to turn on each layer and category of works and zoom in to see the locations. By clicking on one of the icons on the map it will give you details of the location and proposed costs.
The Community Map can be found here or on the main page of Council's website.
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Community Engagement Feedback - We've heard you!
Council has collated the feedback received during the 11 weeks of community engagement held earlier in the year. Over the coming weeks council will share themed priorities that have been highlighted by the community.
Waste management and the environment feedback came across strongly as an area where Council can do more to plan for a thriving future through environmentally friendly and sustainable initiatives.
Council has developed a Draft Transition Plan for waste management services where it is proposed to gradually move from two waste streams (Garbage and Recyclables) to 4 waste streams. The proposal outlines the commencement of a Glass Service in 25/26 financial year and, Food and Garden Organics (FOGO) service in 27/28 financial year.
Pest plants and animals both have severe adverse effects on native vegetation. The aim of Council's work in this space is to minimize the impacts of pest animals on native flora and fauna on roadsides, and to minimize damage to vegetation from pest animal control measures.
For more information about our waste and environment initiatives click here.
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OUT & ABOUT WITH THE TEAM
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Pictured below: Crew member Russell putting in a new culvert for the back entrance of the new Rupanyup supermarket.
Pictured bottom left: Works are progressing on the Minyip – Banyena Rd construction. A new box culvert is being put in place with a detour for these works to be completed.
Pictured bottom right: Re-sheeting works on Gama Sea Lake Road.
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The school holidays are fast approaching!
Join us for some FREE fun and entertainment across the shire.
For more information please contact Council's Youth Officer Justin on 0429941083.
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DID YOU KNOW?
We don't just have books to borrow, we also have audio-books, e-books and magazines! We also provide recommendations and suggestions, so if you're not sure what you'd like to read next, give us a call or email and we'll put together a selection for you.
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COURAGE TO CHALLENGE COMPETITION
Country to Canberra is empowering young rural women to reach their leadership potential.
Country to Canberra’s annual Leadership Competition is OPEN NOW! We are excited to open our 2021 Leadership Competition Question, and encourage all eligible rural women and non-binary students to respond for the chance to win an all expenses paid Power Trip to Canberra.
This year we are asking entrants to respond to:
COURAGE TO CHALLENGE: what is the role of rural women in driving change in their communities?
For more information click here
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Round 2 Vouchers Now Open!
The Get Active Kids Voucher Program will support Victorian children to get involved in organised sport and active recreation activities by providing 100,000 vouchers of up to $200 towards the cost of memberships, uniforms and equipment. Round 2 is NOW OPEN, visit www.getactive.vic.gov.au/vouchers for more information.
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