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News and Media Releases

Please find the latest news and notices from Dorset Council below. If you have any queries regarding any articles listed, please contact the officer listed or Council reception on 03 6352 6500

24 August 2023

Scottsdale Bike Park Update

Jump over to the Scottsdale Bike Park project and get yourself up to speed with developments. If you have any thoughts, suggestions or feedback on our plan of attack for the park please fill out the feedback form.
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Vale Yvonne Thorne
22 August 2023

Vale | Former Mayor and Deputy Mayor – Yvonne Thorne

It is with deep sadness that we learn of the passing of our friend and former Councillor, Yvonne Thorne.
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Generic Council Meeting Outcomes
22 August 2023

Briefing of Decisions | 21 August 2023 Council Meeting

For further information on any of these items, please contact Commissioner Andrew Wardlaw (0408 766 019) or General Manager, Mr John Marik (03 6352 6500).
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Information
16 August 2023

Microchipping Week 2023

The Scottsdale Veterinary Services with sponsorship from Council, will be holding the annual Microchipping Week - 4 - 8 September 2023. Bookings are essential - see poster for more details.
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Council Office External
02 August 2023

Notice to All Dorset Community Members | Board of Inquiry

Please see below a notice to all Dorset community members from Minister for Local Government, Hon. Nic Street MP regarding the Board of Inquiry and subsequent announcement today to suspend all Dorset Councillors for the duration of the inquiry.
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Information
18 July 2023

The Future of Local Government Review | Community Hearings

The Future of Local Government Board is hosting nine Community Hearings during August 2023 - each hearing will provide a dedicated session for both councils and communities to present to the Local Government Board any area of interest to the Future of Local Government Review.
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Generic Council Meeting Outcomes
18 July 2023

Briefing of Decisions | 17 July 2023 Council Meeting

For further information on any of these items, please contact the Mayor, Cr Greg Howard (0409 546 247) or Acting General Manager, Mr Rohan Willis (03 6352 6500).
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Council Meeting Outcomes June 2023 Graphic
27 June 2023

Briefing of Decisions | 26 June 2023 Council Meeting

For further information on any of these items, please contact the Mayor, Cr Greg Howard (0409 546 247) or General Manager, Mr John Marik (03 6352 6500).
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15 June 2023

Burn Brighter This Winter

Smoke reduces the quality of the air we breathe. Prolonged exposure to smoke from wood heaters is a significant problem for people who have chronic illnesses like asthma and heart conditions.
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09 June 2023

Dorset Council E-Newsletter | June 2023

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16 May 2023

Briefing of Decisions | 15 May Council Meeting

For further information on any of these items, please contact the Mayor, Cr Greg Howard (0409 546 247) or General Manager, Mr John Marik (03 6352 6500).
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Council Office External
10 May 2023

North East Advertiser Editorial | 2023/24 Rates

Editorial from Mayor Greg Howard and General Manager: John Marik
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Council Office External
08 May 2023

Notice of Special Meeting of Council

A Special Meeting of Dorset Council will be held at the Council Chambers, 3 Ellenor Street, Scottsdale on Friday 12 May 2023 commencing at 9:00 am.
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Information
28 April 2023

Bridport Seaside Caravan Park | Expressions of Interest

Expressions of interest are sought for a community member representative and a regular park user (excluding annual site holder) to join the Bridport Seaside Caravan Park Committee (the Committee). The purpose of the Committee is to act as an advisory and consultative group that provides objective feedback and advice to Council regarding the operation of the Park and the overall user experience.
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Outcomes
24 April 2023

Briefing of Decisions | 24 April Council Meeting

For further information on any of these items, please contact the Mayor, Cr Greg Howard (0409 546 247) or General Manager, Mr John Marik (03 6352 6500).
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Council Meeting Outcomes
21 March 2023

Briefing of Decisions | 20 March Council Meeting - Derby Hall

For further information on any of these items, please contact the Mayor, Cr Greg Howard (0409 546 247) or General Manager, Mr John Marik (03 6352 6500).
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2023 Barry Jarvis Education Scholarship Group Photo
20 March 2023

2023 Barry Jarvis Education Scholarships Announced

On Wednesday 15 March 2023, Mayor Howard announced the recipients of the 2023 Barry Jarvis Education Scholarships at a ceremony held in the Council Chambers.
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Derby Hall Council Meeting
16 March 2023

Informal Meet & Greet Session and Council Meeting - Derby

NOTICE is given that the next Ordinary Meeting of the Dorset Council will be held Monday, 20 March 2023 at the Derby Hall, 80-82 Main Street, Derby commencing at 6:00 pm.
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