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📣 Time is running out to let us know how we can better engage with YOU! 👥 Council has just released its revised draft Co...
15/06/2026

📣 Time is running out to let us know how we can better engage with YOU!

👥 Council has just released its revised draft Community Engagement Policy which is designed to bring more people into the conversation, and we want to know the best way to do that.

📆 Consultation is open until 5pm Monday 22 June.

👉 To have your say, your way, go to -
www.bawbawconnect.com.au/community-engagement-policy

👧🤸🧒 Drouin West, Pop-Up Playgroup is heading your way!🐾Come along to Drouin West Kindergarten for 'Celebrating our Pets ...
15/06/2026

👧🤸🧒 Drouin West, Pop-Up Playgroup is heading your way!

🐾Come along to Drouin West Kindergarten for 'Celebrating our Pets Day'.

📅 Wednesday 17 June
⌚️ 10.00am - 11.30am
📌 535 Main Neerim Road, Drouin West

👏 🤹‍♀️ Each pop-up playgroup includes a range of activities sure to keep children with different interests entertained, including music, arts, crafts, physical play and story time.

We'll see you there 👋

💻Head to our website for more pop-up playgroup dates👇
https://bawbawshire.co/PopUpPlaygroup

✍📄 Don't miss your chance to have your say on our Governance Rules!📣 Baw Baw Shire Council is undertaking a review of it...
14/06/2026

✍📄 Don't miss your chance to have your say on our Governance Rules!

📣 Baw Baw Shire Council is undertaking a review of its Governance Rules and is seeking feedback from the community on the proposed changes.

⚖ The Governance Rules support Council in ensuring good governance and decision-making in the best interests of the public by making clear the procedures of Council Meetings for the Mayor and Councillors, staff of Baw Baw Shire, and members of the community wishing to participate in this process.

💬 Baw Baw Shire Mayor Councillor Kate Wilson is encouraging Baw Baw residents to read through the proposed documents and submit any feedback for consideration.
“We welcome feedback from everyone to ensure that commitment is being understood and supported by our community, so I encourage you to have your say on the proposed changes.”

📆 The consultation period is now open, closing at 5pm Friday 19 June 2026.

👉 To have your say, your way, go to -
www.bawbawconnect.com.au/governance-rules

🤩👀 Check out what's on offer across Baw Baw this weekend!🏃‍♀️ Warragul parkrun Get your steps in with a 5km run!📆 Saturd...
12/06/2026

🤩👀 Check out what's on offer across Baw Baw this weekend!

🏃‍♀️ Warragul parkrun
Get your steps in with a 5km run!
📆 Saturday 13 June
⏰ 8am - 9am
📌 Brooker Park, Warragul

🏃‍♀️ Rokeby Crossover Rail Trail parkrun
Enjoy a free, timed 5km run/walk/stroll for all ages and abilities.
📆 Saturday 13 June
⏰ 8am - 9:30am
📌 Rokeby Crossover Rail Trail
🗺 2 Ash Grove, Rokeby.

🏳️‍🌈 Pride Gala 2026
Right in the heart of Pride Month, this much-loved annual celebration continues to grow year on year and has become one of Victoria’s most significant single-day LGBTQIA+ events.
📆 Saturday 13 June
⏰ 6pm - 11:30pm
📌 Lardner Park
🗺 155 Burnt Store Road, Lardner

🚂 Walhalla Goldfields Railway
Choo-choo-choose to take a train ride through the beautiful Gippsland mountain valley!
📅 Saturday and Sunday
⏰ Departures from Walhalla Station at 10am, 12pm, and 1.30pm.
🎫 Book your tickets at www.walhallarail.com.au

🤹‍♀️ We can't wait to see you out and about this weekend 👋

💻 If you'd like more information about any upcoming events, head to our events calendar 👇
www.bawbawshire.vic.gov.au/Events-Calendar

🐾 Adopt, Don’t Shop! 🐶🐱Looking for a new furry friend? Your perfect companion could be waiting at our municipal animal p...
11/06/2026

🐾 Adopt, Don’t Shop! 🐶🐱

Looking for a new furry friend? Your perfect companion could be waiting at our municipal animal pound! ❤️

Every pet adopted is a life saved—and your life changed. From playful pups to cuddly cats, we’ve got animals ready to love and be loved. 🐕🐈

🐱 So, what are you waiting for? If you could give one (or more!) of these adorable animals the lifelong home they deserve, head to our website to get the ball rolling 👇
https://www.bawbawshire.vic.gov.au/AdoptionAnimals

📌BBSC Source Number: BR105522

👦👧📣 Kindergarten applications for 2027 are closing soon.🍎📚📆 If your little one is ready to head off to kinder in 2027, h...
10/06/2026

👦👧📣 Kindergarten applications for 2027 are closing soon.

🍎📚📆 If your little one is ready to head off to kinder in 2027, head to our website to check out the sessions available, kinder locations and complete your application.

🤷‍♀️ Not sure where you want to send your child? Have a look at the scheduled open days, where you can visit as many (or as few) kindergartens to help find the right fit for you and your child, or, if you can't get there in person, watch the kindergarten tour videos to help you decide.

☎️ If you have any questions, please contact our Kindergarten Enrolment Officer on 5624 2540 or email [email protected]

📋 Click on the link below to complete your application today 👇
https://bawbawshire.co/KinderApplications

📢 Make your voice heard on the Weebar road roundabout!📣 We are calling on the State Government to prioritise road safety...
09/06/2026

📢 Make your voice heard on the Weebar road roundabout!

📣 We are calling on the State Government to prioritise road safety and improve traffic congestion by helping to fund the construction of the Weebar Road roundabout in Drouin.

✍️ Your voice can make a difference. Join the 183 community members who have already called on the Government to help fund a roundabout by signing a pre-written digital letter today. Every signature helps demonstrate the strong local support for this project and encourages decision-makers to take action.

✅ To show your support and tell MPs why they should invest in Baw Baw Shire, go to -
https://bawbawshire.co/Advocacy-Intersections

🎀✂ A red ribbon has been cut on a brand new $3.965 million sports pavilion at Yarragon’s Dowton Park following an offici...
09/06/2026

🎀✂ A red ribbon has been cut on a brand new $3.965 million sports pavilion at Yarragon’s Dowton Park following an official opening celebration over the weekend.

🏗 Following demolition of the old pavilion and a year-long redevelopment, the new modern facility has been designed to support the growing needs of local clubs, families and visitors, providing high-quality amenities to service the community into the future.

🏉 Sporting clubs, community and officials gathered on Saturday 6 June to formally open the new facility ahead of the Seniors game where home team Yarragon Football Netball Club Inc played Buln Buln Football and Netball Club in the Ellinbank and District Football Netball League.

🤝 Baw Baw Shire Mayor Councillor Kate Wilson hosted a formal opening ceremony with addresses from Harriet Shing MP on behalf of the Victorian Government, East Ward Councillor Brendan Kingwill and Ross Follett, President of the Dowton Park Recreation Reserve Committee.

💬 Cr Wilson said the project gives a significant boost to Yarragon’s sporting future.
"We’re proud to deliver a facility that reflects the passion and pride of Yarragon and will continue to support participation in sport for men and women of all ages and abilities.”

👉 For more information on the project, go to -
https://bawbawshire.co/Dowton-Park-Pavilion

Kate Wilson - East Ward Baw Baw Shire Council
Cr Brendan Kingwill

🎉 Our Community Grants Program is set to deliver $141,000 to 41 local community groups and not-for-profit organisations!...
05/06/2026

🎉 Our Community Grants Program is set to deliver $141,000 to 41 local community groups and not-for-profit organisations!

🤝 Conditionally supported through Round 2 of the Community Projects funding stream for 2025–26, these grants will help fund equipment purchases, community events and programs that make a real difference across our shire.

👏 Baw Baw Shire Council Mayor Councillor Kate Wilson congratulated recipients on their outstanding applications and community spirit.
“As a Council, we’re proud to provide valuable funds to local organisations that are out there making a positive impact in our community."

🎊 A reception event will be held in July to celebrate the 2025–26 grant recipients and their projects.

🔗 To view the full list of recipients, visit:
https://bawbawshire.co/CommunityGrants

📣 If your organisation or community group received a grant, let the community know how this funding will help bring your project, event or initiative to life!

Picture supplied by grant recipient Warragul Community House.

🙌🧐 Looking to add to your long weekend plans? Look no further! 👇🌏 World Environment Day - Friday 5 June  2026 focuses on...
05/06/2026

🙌🧐 Looking to add to your long weekend plans? Look no further! 👇

🌏 World Environment Day - Friday 5 June
2026 focuses on climate change—on the signals the Earth is sending, and the signals we choose to send back.
The 2026 campaign calls on all of us to step in , and help steer a world already in motion.
To find out more or get involved, head to the website below 👇
https://www.worldenvironmentday.global/2026/about/2026-campaign

🏃‍♀️ Warragul parkrun
Get your steps in with a 5km run!
📆 Saturday 6 June
⏰ 8am - 9am
📌 Brooker Park, Warragul

🏃‍♀️ Rokeby Crossover Rail Trail parkrun
Enjoy a free, timed 5km run/walk/stroll for all ages and abilities.
📆 Saturday 6 June
⏰ 8am - 9:30am
📌 Rokeby Crossover Rail Trail
🗺 2 Ash Grove, Rokeby

🫐🥤Trafalgar Farmers Market
Revive the tradition of Saturday morning market shopping and head to the Trafalgar Farmers Market, where you'll find a diverse array of locally produced goods.
📆 Saturday 6 June
⏰ 9:00am- 1:00pm
📌 Trafalgar Park Bowls Club
🗺 36 Ashby Street, Trafalgar

🎨 2026 Tanjil Valley Art Show
📆 Saturday 6, Sunday 7, Monday 8 June
⏰ 10am - 4pm
📌 Old Hill End School, Paynters Road, Hill End

🧺 Longwarry & District Fire Brigade Market
Explore the craft, produce, trash & treasure market
📆 Sunday 7 June
⏰ 8:00am - 1:00pm
📌 Longwarry Fire Station
🗺 Bennet Street, Longwarry

🚂 Walhalla Goldfields Railway
Choo-choo-choose to take a train ride through the beautiful Gippsland mountain valley!
📅 Saturday and Sunday
⏰ Departures from Walhalla Station at 10am, 12pm, and 1.30pm.
🎫 Book your tickets at www.walhallarail.com.au

💻 If you'd like more information about any upcoming events, head to our events calendar 👇
www.bawbawshire.vic.gov.au/Events-Calendar

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