Weekly update - Friday 6 November 2026

Published on 05 November 2026

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MARYBOROUGH OUTDOOR POOL

The available funding is insufficient to deliver the entire pool project, and Council has been advocating for additional government support to address the shortfall.

Construction costs have been rising above the inflation rate across all of Australia.

Council is continuing to work closely with funding partners to finalise the project scope to deliver the best-possible outcome for the Maryborough Outdoor Pool Complex and the broader community.

The current funding arrangements are tied to specific outcomes related to disability changerooms, the Learn to Swim pool, and associated plant and equipment upgrades.

In 2025, a funding shortfall of at least $5 million was identified to fully reopen the outdoor pool complex, including the 50m pool, and this may require further review given the time that has now elapsed.

Council and funding partners are working through the available options to ensure the project scope aligns with the funding that has been secured.

Council acknowledges community frustration with the situation; however, it is important that any project of this scale proceeds with a fully funded and agreed pathway.

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ROADSIDE SLASHING PROGRAM

Council's annual roadside slashing program will commence from 23 November and is expected to take around 10 to 14 days to complete.

The program covers 327 kilometres of sealed roads and 319 kilometres of unsealed road.

With around 95 per cent of roadside slashing undertaken for road safety purposes, the works improve sight lines and help provide a safer area for motorists to pull off the road when needed.

Slashing also supports fire prevention efforts.

Council will continue to monitor conditions and work closely with the CFA to ensure slashing activities are undertaken at an appropriate time and with fire risk considerations in mind.

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FREE GREEN WASTE DISPOSAL ENDS SUNDAY

Prepare your property for the upcoming fire season with up to 3m³ of free green waste disposal at Carisbrook, Talbot and Dunolly transfer stations until Sunday 8 November.

Take this opportunity to clear green waste and reduce potential fire hazards around your home:

  • Clear fallen branches, bark and undergrowth.
  • Move firewood and combustible materials away from your home.
  • Clean gutters and drains.
  • Prune low branches near buildings and fences.
  • Keep grass and weeds low.

For more fire preparation tips, visit www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare

For Carisbrook, Talbot and Dunolly transfer station locations and opening hours visit www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/transferstations 

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HAVE YOUR SAY

We are inviting community feedback on three draft policies designed to strengthen transparency, fairness and consistency in the management of leasing Council land, hiring community facilities and managing the sale and acquisition of land.

  • The draft Leasing and Licensing Policy
  • The draft Community Facility Hire Policy
  • The draft Sale and Acquisition of Land Policy

Feedback is invited until Thursday 19 November. To read the policies and provide feedback visit www.engage.cgoldshire.vic.gov.au/propertyandfacilitypolicies

CURRENT STAFF REPLACEMENTS

Ready for your next career move? We are currently recruiting for:

  • Coordinator Statutory Planning
  • Safety and Return to Work Officer

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

 

 

 

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