Living in Dorset

Dorset Council provides community services based on the principles of quality, equity, value and responsiveness.

Visiting Dorset

Dorset has a unique blend of wilderness, wildlife, stunning scenery, mining heritage, secluded beaches and world class golf courses.

Contact us

  • Phone (03) 6352 6500
  • Fax (03) 6352 6509
  •  After Hours: 1300 858 824

Business community in Dorset

Dorset Council is focused on providing support to potential investors to facilitate sustainable developments large and small.

Contact us

  • Phone (03) 6352 6500
  • Fax (03) 6352 6509
  • After Hours 1300 858 824
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Budget Estimates

The 2024/25 Budget Estimates were adopted by Council on 24 June 2024.

The Budget Estimates 2024/25 document was prepared by Dorset Council's Management and Finance Team's and presented to Council in June 2024.

Council has been successful in obtaining grant funding since the June 2024 adoption. To reflect the receipt of this funding, variations have been reported and approved by Council, with Budget Estimates below reviewed and updated in October 2024.

To review these documents, click on the link below.

2024/25 Dorset Council Budget Estimates