Ararat Rural City Council, 29 September 2026
CheckedDecisions
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Council adopts 2025/26 financial statements and performance report
Council approved in principle the Financial Statements and Performance Statement for year ended 30 June 2026, and authorised CEO, Cr Bob Sanders and Cr Peter Joyce to certify the final versions. Vote 6/0.
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Council adopts $16,652,702 in transfers to reserves for 2025/26
Council adopted transfers to reserves totalling $16,652,702 and transfers from reserves totalling $9,421,538 for the year ended 30 June 2026. Vote 6/0.
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Council remakes CEO delegation instrument effective 1 October 2026
Council delegated CEO powers under the S5 Instrument of Delegation, revoking previous CEO delegations, with the instrument coming into force when the common seal is affixed. Vote 6/0.
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Council endorses Ararat road safety strategy 2025–2030
Council endorsed the Community Road Safety Strategy and Action Plan 2025–2030, including targets such as 30% reduction in fatal and serious injuries by 2030. Vote 6/0.
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Council receives August 2026 capital works program report
Council received the 2026/2027 Capital Works Program report, showing $15.797 million in capital works and 6% expended as at 31 August 2026. Vote 6/0.
Other notable items
- Community engagement sessions held 14–18 September; 55 people attended across eight locations.
- Prestige Mill Infrastructure Project update: demolition and site clearance continuing; new enabling infrastructure planned for late 2026.
- Road Safety Strategy and Action Plan 2025–2030 endorsed, including targets to reduce fatal and serious injuries.
Tech & Innovation Notes
- Council live streams formal meetings via Facebook and its website.
- Grants include Digital Twin Victoria and Free Public WiFi Services.
- Annual Plan includes smart cities strategy, cyber security uplift, and digital/permit application forms.