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News

Here's the latest from Council's news desk:

Resignation of Rebecca Bourke

Published on 25 September 2025

Rebecca Bourke has resigned as a councillor.

Council Plan adopted to set strategic direction until 2029

Published on 24 September 2025

Surf Coast Shire Council has set its strategic direction for the next four years, following the adoption of Council Plan 2025-2029, which involved extensive community consultation.

New four-year plan sets standards for Council road maintenance

Published on 24 September 2025

Council has adopted a four-year plan outlining the standards it will use to manage and maintain its network of roads and footpaths.

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Events

School Holiday Alpaca Tours

27 September 2025

Make memories with some of the friendliest, fluffiest creatures you'll ever meet!

'Artful Intersections - Smith and Hubbard' exhibition

28 September 2025

Painting, ceramics, jewellery by Marion Smith and Alda Palejs Hubbard.

Common Threads

28 September 2025

Showcase of textile artists at the Sands

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Surf Coast Events

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Shaping our places and spaces

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