Buloke Shire Council

23/10/2026

📚 Children’s Week 2026 🌏

This Children’s Week, we are celebrating the flavours, stories and traditions that make our community unique!

Children aged 0–12 years are invited to share a family recipe and the story behind it as part of our Buloke Shire Taste of our Community Cookbook.

🍲 Whether it’s a treasured recipe passed down through generations, a family favourite, or a dish that brings people together, we would love to hear from you.

Every recipe helps celebrate the culture, diversity and sense of belonging that make our communities so special.

Schools, Kindergartens and Playgroups are also warmly invited to submit a recipe on behalf of their school or group.

📧 Submit your recipe and a short story about what it means to you, your family, school or community here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/DUWy2AyHLb

Need help or have any questions? Contact us at [email protected]

Please submit your recipe by COB Friday, 13 November.

Together, let's celebrate the cultures, traditions and connections that make Buloke Shire such a wonderful place to live, learn and grow. ✨

23/10/2026

With storms and high pollen levels increasing the risk of asthma this time of year, it's important to know the signs and be prepared. See the Victorian Department of Health's post below for tips on staying safe.

23/10/2026

Update: A contractor will be attending the site next week to assess the beehive. Residents are asked to continue avoiding the area where possible. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

🐝 Bee Activity Warning – Wycheproof

With the warmer weather, bees are becoming more active across the shire.

An active beehive has been identified in the trunk of a peppercorn tree on the corner of High Street and O'Connor Street in Wycheproof. Council is monitoring the situation and will provide further updates if required.

Where possible avoid this corner and keep a safe distance from the hive.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

22/10/2026

Welcome to our newest Australian citizens!

Council was delighted to welcome four new Australian citizens at a Citizenship Ceremony held this week.

The Mayor and Councillors attended the ceremony to celebrate this special milestone, with the Mayor taking part in the official proceedings.

Following the ceremony, Councillors enjoyed the opportunity to meet and personally welcome our newest citizens and their families over light refreshments.

👏 Congratulations to Buloke's four newest Australian citizens! We wish you all the very best and look forward to seeing you continue to be part of our wonderful community.

22/10/2026

What an incredible place we have right here in our Shire! 💗 Lake Tyrrell and Sea Lake are truly something special and well worth a visit!

22/10/2026

🏊‍♀️ Get Ready for Pool Season! ☀️

With summer just around the corner, it's time to start planning those trips to the pool!

The 2026/27 swimming pool season will run from 1 December 2026 to 8 March 2027, with FREE entry continuing at all seven Buloke Shire swimming pools! 💦

Following the adoption of Council's new Buloke Aquatic Strategy, some changes to pool operating hours will be introduced this season.

Be sure to check out the updated opening hours and other important pool information before heading along this summer!

Pool opening hours will apply on days when the temperature reaches 25°C or above, subject to weather and operational conditions.

🔗 For full details, including opening hours for your local pool, visit our website: https://www.buloke.vic.gov.au/swimming-pools

We look forward to welcoming everyone back for another great swimming season! ☀️

22/10/2026

🌟 Know someone who goes above and beyond for their community?

A nomination for the 2027 Buloke Australia Day Awards is a great way to recognise the people who give their time, energy and enthusiasm to making our communities better places to live.

You can nominate for:
🏆 Citizen of the Year
🏆 Young Citizen of the Year
🏆 Community Event of the Year

Don’t leave it until the last minute. Nominations close Sunday 8 November at 11:59pm.

Nomination forms and guidelines are available here:
https://www.buloke.vic.gov.au/australia-day-awards

21/10/2026

📰 Catch up on the latest from Buloke

This week’s Community Update includes:
⭕️ Supported Playgroup is back for Term 4!
⭕️ Nominate for Australia Day Awards
⭕️ Voting Info Session
⭕️ Roadside slashing and strategic fire break works continue

📬 The Community Update is published weekly in local rural newspapers, made available in Neighbourhood houses and is also available on Council’s website.

👇 Read the full update here:
https://www.buloke.vic.gov.au/community-update

20/10/2026

🐝 Bee Activity Warning – Wycheproof

With the warmer weather, bees are becoming more active across the shire.

An active beehive has been identified in the trunk of a peppercorn tree on the corner of High Street and O'Connor Street in Wycheproof. Council is monitoring the situation and will provide further updates if required.

Where possible avoid this corner and keep a safe distance from the hive.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

20/10/2026

📣 Reminder: Council Meeting Tonight

Buloke Shire Council's October Ordinary Meeting is on tonight!

Community members are welcome to attend in person or tune in via livestream to stay informed about Council decisions and matters affecting our local communities.

🕖 Time: 7:00pm tonight, Wednesday 21 October
📍 Location: Wycheproof Supper Room, Wycheproof Shire Hall

📄 View the meeting agenda and reports:
https://www.buloke.vic.gov.au/agendas-minutes-attachments

🎥 Watch the meeting live online:
https://www.buloke.vic.gov.au/ordinary-meetings