The latest round of Berrybank Wind Farm Community Grants has been awarded to six community groups who will share in a combined $115,000 over the next three years to help deliver a range of community projects and events.
The funding was available across two categories: Economic Development, Tourism Projects and Events, and Community Projects and Events over $10,000, with one off and recurring funding available.
The successful community projects and events included:
• Shelford Duck Race - $10,100 over next three years.
• Bunjil Lookout Community Gathering$13,800 over next three years.
• Shelford Public Hall Rejuvenation Project$49,700 over next two years
• Valentines Bush Dance and Winter Solstice Bonfire - $15,850 over the next three years.
• Greens lighting upgrade for Inverleigh Bowls Club - $15,700 to support LED lighting upgrade.
• Spectator Shelter Project - $10,000 for the Inverleigh Sporting Complex. Delivered in partnership with Berrybank Development Pty Ltd, the Berrybank Wind Farm Community Grants Program provides annual funding opportunities to support local events and projects in Golden Plains.
The funding contribution for 2023 was $60,000 and will increase to $102,500 annually from 2024. There will be a minimum of one round of application opportunities each year and funding will be made available over the 15-year term of the agreement between Council and Berrybank Development Pty Ltd.
Golden Plains Shire Council gives notice under section 114 of the Local Government Act 2020 of its intention to sell the property known as RES2 on PS525141 and located between numbers 45 and 39 Daruma Way, Batesford.
The property was intended to form a walkway; however, development has led to the strip leading to private land and being unsuitable for a walkway. Council is accepting expressions of interest via email to enquiries@gplains.vic.gov.au
Following completion of the statutory requirements, a final decision will be made by Council on whether to sell the property. For more information, please visit goldenplains.vic.gov.au/consultations
DRAFT ELECTION POLICY
At its August Meeting, Golden Plains Shire Council resolved to put the draft Election Period Policy out for public exhibition for residents to have their say.
This important policy outlines the procedures and guidelines for Council operations during election periods, ensuring Council can continue to conduct business throughout this period in a fair, transparent and equitable manner.
Golden Plains Shire community members have given Council’s Children’s Services the tick of approval with positive results from the 2022 Children’s Services User Satisfaction Survey.
The annual survey assesses Council’s performance in its Kindergarten, Maternal and Child Health and Family Day Care programs. Of the nearly 200 respondents, more than 90 per cent expressed that these programs either met or exceeded their expectations.
The Survey revealed that Children’s Services staff were commended for their professionalism, approachability, and deep understanding of individual children’s needs.
Golden Plains Shire Council and its community provide a comprehensive range of services to support parents and carers in raising children. These services reflect the diverse interests, abilities, and needs of children while encouraging parental involvement in planning, learning and care.
To learn more about Council’s Children’s Services and to read the survey results, visit goldenplains.vic.gov.au/resident/child-andfamily
According to section 69 of the Local Government Act 2020, Council is mandated to adopt an Election Period policy. The updated policy reflects the dates of the upcoming 2024 election and incorporates minor adjustments to align with the Local Government Act 2020 and enhance overall governance.
The community is invited to actively participate in the public consultation process by sharing their thoughts and suggestions on the proposed changes. The draft policy will be available for public exhibition for a duration of four weeks, from Friday 25 August to Friday 22 September 2023 at goldenplains.vic.gov.au/consultations and at Council's Customer Hubs.
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