Weekly update - Friday 17 April 2026

Published on 16 April 2026

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AND THE WINNER IS…

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We're thrilled to announce the winner of our Proudly Central Goldfields photo competition is Anil Jose with his stunning and popular picture from Cairn Curran Reservoir.

The vote attracted over 21,000 views on Council's Facebook with several beautiful photos scoring over 100 likes.

Thank you to everyone who entered and voted.

Over coming weeks and months we'll showcase the talent and inspiration of so many wonderful images across our media channels.

Congratulations Anil!

PICKLEBALL STARTING

Central Goldfields Shire residents will soon have the chance to try one of Australia’s fastest‑growing social sports, with Pickleball launching in Maryborough next week.

Pickleball is a fun, low‑impact paddle sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton and table tennis. It’s easy to learn and ideal for all ages and fitness levels.

Weekly Pickleball sessions, led by instructor Brendon Booth, will commence on Wednesday 22 April at 4.45pm at the Nolan Street Gym behind the Central Goldfields Shire Council Office and VicRoads. The sessions continue every Wednesday until the end of June.

The launch of Pickleball in Maryborough stems from a partnership between the Victorian Government’s Healthy Loddon Campaspe program and Council.

To register, visit: www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/pickleball

DRAFT BUDGET SUBMISSIONS

Thank you to everyone who lodged submissions about our Draft Budget 2026-2027. The feedback period has now closed.

All submissions received will all be reviewed and those who requested to speak at our Special Budget Hearing on Wednesday 29 April will be contacted.

The final budget will be considered for adoption at the Wednesday 27 May Council Meeting.

FLU CLINICS

We’ve launched our annual influenza (flu) vaccination program, to help residents of all ages to protect themselves and the community ahead of the winter season.

Influenza vaccination is recommended for everyone aged six months and over.

The 2026 program includes four dedicated community flu clinics, to be held in Dunolly, Maryborough and Talbot on the following dates:

• Wednesday 22 April – 10am to 11.30am: Dunolly Senior Citizens Hall
• Friday 1 May – 5.30pm to 7.30pm: Community Hub, Maryborough
• Friday 15 May – 1.30pm to 5.00pm: Community Hub, Maryborough
• Thursday 21 May – 9am to 10am: Talbot ANA Hall

Bookings are not required for these community clinics although residents who prefer a scheduled appointment may book a time through our Immunisation Service.

For further information visit: www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/immunisation or contact the Immunisation Team on 0428 894 724.

COUNCIL MEETING

The April Council Meeting will be held on Wednesday, 22 April at 6pm.

The full agenda will be available to view at: 

www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/CouncilMeetings

The meeting will be held in the upstairs Council Chamber at the Maryborough Town Hall on the corner of Clarendon and Neill streets.

The meeting is open to the community to attend and will also be livestreamed to our website at:

www.centralgoldfields .vic.gov.au/councilmeetings

EMERGENCY EXPO 2026

Everyone is invited to the Central Goldfields Emergency Preparedness Expo on Sunday 3 May from 1pm to 5pm at the Carisbrook Recreation Reserve, in partnership with Connected Carisbrook and Emergency Recovery Victoria.

Learn how to prepare your family, property and pets for an emergency while enjoying a fun day full of children’s activities, free BBQ and sports.

Local organisations and businesses offering services, products or advice to help improve emergency management planning in the home or on the farm are encouraged to book a free stall site. This is an ideal opportunity to profile your business or organisation.

To register for a stall, visit: www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/emergencyexpo

POSITIONS VACANT

Ready for your next career move? Explore our current job vacancies and apply today:

• VicRoads Customer Service Officer and Licence Tester
• Educator Certificate III (Goldfields Children’s Centre)
• Educator Diploma (Goldfields Children’s Centre)
• Coordinator Health and Safety

Visit: www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/careers  

TENDERS

Tender documents can be downloaded from Vendor Panel, accessible at www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/tenders