Corangamite e-news June 2025

Open letter regarding Emergency Services Volunteer Fund (ESVF) Levy | This open letter voices the united concerns of Corangamite Shire Council regarding the Emergency Services Volunteer Fund Levy. We encourage the Premier and all Members of Parliament to read this open letter to understand the effect this levy will have on rural communities. Read the letter(PDF, 44KB)

Draft Plans open for feedback | Corangamite Shire’s Draft Council Plan 2025-2029, Community Vision 2040, and several targeted strategies are available for public feedback until this Sunday 8 June. Have your say

May Council meeting | Find out what happened at the May Council meeting. Read or watch here

Drought Response Taskforce | Cr Kate Makin, in her capacity as Deputy Chair of Rural Councils Victoria, will serve on the newly formed Drought Response Taskforce that will provide advice on relief and support measures.

Timboon Transfer Station open | After a huge infrastructure upgrade, Timboon Transfer Station has re-opened for business. The $700,000 project has improved safety, efficiency and convenience for residents.Read more

Tiny Towns Funding received  | Three community projects in Corangamite Shire are a step closer to being delivered, following a recent funding announcement from the Victorian Government. Read more

New local creatives directory | Local artists - musicians, performers painters, potters, jewellery makers and more - looking for work should put themselves down for Corangamite Shire Council’s online Arts and Entertainment Directory.

Kinder registrations open | Kindergarten registrations are now open for 2026! Cobden, Simpson, Skipton, Terang, Timboon and Western Plains kindergartens are now taking registrations for kinder in 2026. Register now

Check out upcoming events | There is always something to do in Corangamite! Check out upcoming activities and events on our online calendar. Hosting an event? Make sure to submit it! Upcoming events