United councils advocate for Sunshine rail links Published on 06 February 2026 The councils are members of the Rail Freight Alliance, a collective advocating for a strong, reliable rail freight network that supports regional communities and businesses. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Council Welcomes Mental Health Funding for Natimuk Primary School Published on 05 February 2026 The funding is part of a $2 million statewide package announced by the Deputy Premier and Minister for Education, providing additional mental health and wellbeing support to public schools in communities most impacted by recent bushfires. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Community Development Grants Now Open Published on 04 February 2026 The program supports initiatives aligned with the Council Plan 2025–2029, focusing on improving liveability, sustainability and accessibility across the municipality. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Horsham Town Hall Season Launch Published on 03 February 2026 The free community event, on Sunday 8 February, coincides with the 10-year anniversary of the redevelopment of the Horsham Town Hall, which saw the construction of the new complex incorporating the Heritage Hall, Horsham Regional Art Gallery and a state-of-the-art 500-seat theatre space. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Residents to join Horsham Bypass Community Reference Group Published on 03 February 2026 Residents will join Councillors on a Community Reference Group (CRG) so that the issues and views of the community are well understood during Council’s deliberations. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Horsham Aquatic Centre team celebrates strong growth in community use Published on 03 February 2026 The visit included a short on-site ceremony and a tour, giving Councillors the chance to see improvements firsthand and hear directly from staff about what has changed for the community. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Glass Recycling Collection to Continue Published on 30 January 2026 Speaking after Council’s January meeting, Mayor Cr Brian Klowss said that while Council has observed a decline in how often households present their glass bins for collection since the introduction of the glass-only recycling service in April 2023, many residents rely on the 4-weekly collection frequency. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Report To Be Released on Potential Alternative Truck Route Published on 30 January 2026 Unlike a full bypass, the potential Alternative Truck Route was proposed to utilise existing roads and remain relatively close to the urban area. This approach aimed to reduce traffic congestion while still addressing the needs of freight and heavy vehicles. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Horsham RegFest 2026 Postponed to October Published on 28 January 2026 Event organiser RegFest Australia has made the decision following careful consideration of a range of challenges currently affecting regional Victoria, including the ongoing impacts of recent bushfires across the state. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Australia Day Morning Event - Location Change Published on 22 January 2026 Due to forecast extreme heat, the Australia Day ceremony at the Soundshell has been relocated to the Horsham Town Hall. Tagged as: , Media Releases