Calling for less red tape to boost farm gate tourism Published on 20 October 2026 With the Victorian State Election fast approaching, Council is advocating to all candidates and political parties to reduce red tape and support practical measures that help farm gate businesses establish, grow and attract visitors. Tagged as: , Media Releases
More than $83,000 awarded in latest round of Community Grants Published on 16 October 2026 Baw Baw Shire Council has offered $83,869 in Minor Capital Work grants, supporting nine non-profit organisations and associations in Baw Baw Shire. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Becon Constructions to deliver Library and Learning Centre in Warragul Published on 15 October 2026 Following an Expression of Interest process in 2025, Becon Constructions (Becon) has been awarded the contract to design and construct the Baw Baw Culture and Connection Precinct - Library and Learning Centre project. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Nominations for the 2027 Australia Day Awards now open Published on 06 October 2026 Baw Baw’s 2027 Australia Day Awards nominations are now open, with community members encouraged to nominate local heroes who have made outstanding contributions to Baw Baw Shire. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Books galore in Baw Baw Published on 29 September 2026 Baw Baw Shire Council, in collaboration with the Drouin Men's Shed, have installed new book boxes in Drouin, Longwarry and Warragul, providing families with free access to more books. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Major milestone for new Library and Learning Centre in Warragul Published on 28 September 2026 A significant milestone was celebrated today, marking the start of construction on a new contemporary $30 million Library and Learning Centre in Warragul. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Council Community Grants Program provides $137,000 Published on 24 September 2026 Baw Baw Shire Council has conditionally offered more than $137,000 through its Community Grants – Community Projects Program, supporting 35 local groups in the first funding round for the 2026/27 financial year. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Arts and Culture Fund applications opening soon Published on 22 September 2026 Baw Baw Shire is calling local artists and creatives to apply for up to $2,000 in funding through Council’s Arts and Culture Fund program. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Smoother ride for BMX track in Trafalgar Published on 18 September 2026 Riders are in for a smoother and safer experience following completion of improvement works at the Trafalgar BMX track. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Council to continue fortnightly red general rubbish bin collections Published on 18 September 2026 Baw Baw Shire Council has voted at this week’s Council Meeting to continue fortnightly red general rubbish bin and weekly FOGO bin collections. Tagged as: , Media Releases