The Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) is reminding those who did not vote in the October 2024 local council elections that the VEC is required to issue a fine of $99 if a person fails to respond in writing within 28 days. Close to 530,000 Victorians failed to vote in the election have an opportunity to…
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The Consumer and Planning Legislation Amendment (Housing Statement Reform) Bill 2024 passed the Victorian Parliament on Thursday 6 Mar 2025 to make renting fairer in Victoria. The new law delivers reforms to increase renter protections, including stopping all types of rental bidding and changing the notice period from 60 to 90 days, giving renters more…
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Many voices at Community Forum
L-R: Glen Hepburn from the VFF, Martha Haylett MP, Maree Edwards MP, Gaelle Broad MP and Deputy Mayor Toby Heydon. A community forum at Baringhup Hall on Wednesday 26 March attracted close to 50 attendees, many with comments and questions about the State Government’s proposed Emergency Services and Volunteer Fund (ESVF). Arranged and hosted by…
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Maldon and beyond: really local conversations
An interactive conversation between Maldon locals and the current Mayor and Deputy Mayor of Mount Alexander Shire will take place at Maldon Neighbourhood Centre this Sunday 21 July from 2pm.
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