Get the appMornington Peninsula Shire is seeking community feedback on its Dogs in Public Places policy. The request follows an update to dog control signage at nineteen locations across the peninsula. The policy sets a consistent approach to deciding where dogs may be leash-free, on leash, or prohibited.
Charters Towers Regional Council is asking residents, businesses, young people and visitors to help shape the future of the town centre. The Charters Towers CBD Master Plan, funded by the Queensland Government, will set a shared long-term vision for growth, investment and revitalisation. Mayor Liz Schmidt said community input from the start is key to the plan's success. People can give feedback through an online survey, workshops, pop-up activities and by reviewing a draft later. The survey closes on Friday, 30 November 2026, and hardcopies are available at council's Administration Centre, Excelsior Library and Visitor Information Centre.
Mansfield Shire Council has thanked community groups and individuals who gave feedback on Planning Scheme Amendment C60mans, now closed. The proposed changes direct future development into Mansfield township and introduce neighbourhood character statements to protect both the township and outlying communities. Mayor Steve Rabie said the feedback will be carefully considered, and that the council wants to get the planning scheme right rather than rush it. Council is currently working through submissions and speaking with community members who provided feedback.
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Get the appBallarat Mayor Tracey Hargreaves is encouraging residents to become library members. The City of Ballarat is developing a new Library Strategy to guide library services over the next four years. Community feedback will help shape priorities for programs, collections, digital services, accessibility and library spaces. Ballarat Libraries has three physical locations, with weekend and extended evening opening hours. A free membership gives access to books, audiobooks, magazines, DVDs and digital resources.
The City of Greater Bendigo is seeking community feedback on a draft urban design framework for the Maiden Gully town centre. The plan proposes a new town square linked to green open space, improved walking and cycling paths, smaller shops with housing above, and outdoor seating. It also supports a wider range of housing options. Residents can view the draft and submit feedback by Friday 6 November. Two consultation sessions will be held beforehand, on Tuesday 20 October at the Maiden Gully Community Hall and on Saturday 24 October at the Maiden Gully Coles forecourt.
Nambucca Valley Council has drafted a plan to make its services, facilities and information more accessible to people with disability. Councillors placed the draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2027-2031 on public exhibition at the September Ordinary Meeting. Mayor Gary Lee said the plan was shaped by consultation with people with disability, their carers, families and the wider community. Residents can comment until 5pm on 23 October 2026, by writing to the General Manager or emailing council.
Cyclists across the Geelong region are being asked to rate their local roads and paths during the October Biketober campaign. Participants can log rides and earn prize entries, and this year they can also rate how comfortable their routes feel. The push comes as Surf Coast Shire and the City of Greater Geelong seek state funding for a separated cycling link between Torquay and Geelong, estimated to cost $13 million. The shire is also seeking an extra $2.8 million for the highest risk section between Blackgate Road and Lower Duneed Road.