Corangamite e-news January 2026
Council’s kerbside green bin collections for Food and Garden Organics (FOGO) return to fortnightly collections from 3 January. Read about rubbish and recycling collections here.
CELEBRATE AUSTRALIA DAY 2026
Join us for Australia Day on Monday 26 January at the Theatre Royal from 10 am. Enjoy lunch, welcome new citizens and honour our award winners. This free event is open to everyone to share in the community spirit. Learn more
MUSIC FEST RETURNING TO SHIRE
The Corangamite Music Festival returns for 2026! Join us at the Theatre Royal, Camperdown, on Saturday 7 February from 10 am for a full day of live music from talented local performers. Free entry and family-friendly. Discover details
ROADWORKS SEASON HEATING UP
Summer means roadworks across Corangamite. Crews are sealing and rehabilitating key routes, including Darlington-Terang Road and Linton Road, improving safety and connectivity for all road users. See upcoming works
BULLEN MERRI RUBBISH DUMPING
Council is considering security cameras at Camperdown's Lake Bullen Merri after a wave of illegal dumping of waste. We’re asking the community to report illegal dumping to help keep this special place clean and safe. Find out more
HAVE A SAY ON COUNCIL BUDGET
Council is preparing the 2026-27 Budget and wants community input. Share your ideas on priorities for council spending, or propose specific projects with a simple online form. Submissions close Friday 30 January. Comment now
ROADSIDE SLASHING UNDERWAY
Our crews are slashing long grass along roadsides and reserves to reduce fire risk and improve visibility. The slashing was delayed due to a wet spring. Please slow down near work sites and follow signs for safety. Get the details
SPEED LIMIT CHANGES FOR SAFETY
New lower speed limits on Bowen Street and Park Lane in Camperdown, and Baynes Street in Terang will improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists. The changes are in response to residents' requests. Please check signage and drive with care. Discover more
DECEMBER MEETING RUNDOWN
At their latest meeting, Councillors approved a calendar of 31 observance days for 2026. They also set Council Meeting dates, confirmed committee appointments, and updated policies on complaints, records management, and wastewater system contributions. Watch the meeting
THE BIG SUMMER READ IS ON
Kids and teens can join the Big Summer Read with the Corangamite Moyne Library Service. Readers aged up to 18 can track their reading, collect rewards and discover great stories during the summer holidays. Sign up online or at your local branch. Join the challenge
Never forget bin night again. Download the Corangamite Binfo app.