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Pyrenees Shire Council, 18 May 2026

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Decisions

  1. Place Draft 2026 Economic Development Strategy on public exhibition

    Draft 2026 Economic Development and Investment Attraction Strategy placed on public exhibition for three weeks.

  2. Endorse Central Highlands Resilient Agriculture recommendations aligned with 2026 strategy

    Council endorsed recommendations in the Central Highlands Resilient Agriculture Report aligned with the 2026 Economic Development Strategy.

  3. Put Draft Pyrenees Domestic Animal Management Plan 2026–2029 on exhibition

    Draft plan exhibited from 1 June 2026 to 31 July 2026, with submission to DEECA by December 2026.

  4. Support $3m Federal Black Spot roundabout at Eurambeen–Streatham/Mt William

    Council supports a roundabout funded by the Federal 2026/27 Black Spot program at $3,000,000.

  5. Accept CEO Jim Nolan’s resignation and appoint interim CEO

    Resignation accepted; interim CEO to be appointed while recruitment proceeds, with CEO last day Friday 10 July.

Other notable items

  • Residents raised urgent access and safety concerns about major sewer works at 15 Willoby Street.
  • Planning Scheme Amendment C52 flood controls to begin consultation early June.

Tech & Innovation Notes

  • Council meeting livestream and virtual viewing via online streaming.
  • Digital engagement for plan consultations via website and survey, plus social media posts.
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