Seymour Matters

Annabelle Cleeland MP – Letter to the Editor – This is not who we are

Seymour Matters — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 23:42:48 GMT

The devastating news surrounding Helen Haines is deeply saddening.

Helen has dedicated herself to representing her community and standing up for the people who put their trust in her. Whatever our pol…

Disaster Funding for Mitchell and Strathbogie Shires, Including Ruffy Bushfire Recovery

Seymour Matters — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 23:40:21 GMT

Mitchell and Strathbogie shires will benefit from a regional climate resilience project, while Ruffy will receive funding to plan the rebuilding of community facilities destroyed in January’s bushfir…

New Safety Measures Planned for Victorian State Election

Seymour Matters — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 23:26:18 GMT

The Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) has outlined a range of measures to improve safety and security at voting centres ahead of the state election on Saturday, 28 November.

Electoral Commissioner …

$5 Million Program to Help Victorian Farmers Cut Energy Costs

Seymour Matters — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 23:24:15 GMT

Victorian farming organisations and agricultural businesses can apply for grants of up to $750,000 under a new State Government program aimed at reducing energy costs and improving on-farm productivi…

Police search for missing man Garry

Seymour Matters — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 23:20:51 GMT

Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate missing Nagambie man Garry.

The 83-year-old was last seen at a residence on Lotus Court about 9am on 23 October.

His family last spoke to Garry…

Coalition Commits $500,000 to Improve Broadford Main Street Safety

Seymour Matters — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 23:18:26 GMT

Broadford’s Main Street will receive $500,000 for a safety assessment and traffic signal upgrades under a Liberal and Nationals Government, following ongoing concerns from local residents about road …

Country Concert a Hit with Mitchell Shire Seniors

Seymour Matters — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 23:16:21 GMT

Music, dancing and plenty of smiles were on show as Mitchell Shire Council’s free Seniors Country Concert entertained local residents on Thursday, 22 October.

Held as part of the Victorian Seniors Fes…

$500,000 Pledged for Seymour RSL Upgrade

Seymour Matters — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 23:11:30 GMT

The Seymour RSL will receive $500,000 towards an upgrade under a Liberal and Nationals Government, with funding committed for a new events space and upgraded kitchen.

Member for Euroa Annabelle Cleela…

Local Sporting Clubs Share in $1.2 Million Grants Program

Seymour Matters — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 22:59:04 GMT

Sporting clubs across Mitchell and Strathbogie shires are among the beneficiaries of more than $1.2 million in Victorian Government funding aimed at strengthening grassroots sport and supporting loca…

Australian Open Trophies Heading to Alexandra, Yea and Terip Terip

Seymour Matters — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 22:53:51 GMT

The excitement of the Australian Open is coming to the region this week, with Alexandra, Yea and Terip Terip set to host special community events as part of the 2027 Australian Open trophy tour.

AO on…

Twilight Racing Returns to Seymour for First Time in 15 Years

Seymour Matters — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 02:39:34 GMT

Seymour Racing Club is preparing to make history next month, with twilight racing returning to the course for the first time in 15 years on Thursday 12 November, with racing kicking off around 4pm.

Th…

Pet Owners Urged to Prepare for Bushfire Season

Seymour Matters — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 23:52:33 GMT

With summer approaching, the Country Fire Authority (CFA) and RSPCA Victoria are urging pet owners across Seymour and surrounding districts to include their animals in bushfire survival plans.

The org…

Smart Glasses to Be Banned in All Victorian Schools from 2027

Seymour Matters — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:53:16 GMT

Smart glasses and other wearable electronic devices will be banned for students across all Victorian schools from the beginning of the 2027 school year, under an expansion of the state’s existing mob…

Mitchell Shire to Establish Agribusiness Advisory Committee Following Community Petition

Seymour Matters — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:23:52 GMT

Mitchell Shire Council has unanimously supported the establishment of a new Agribusiness Advisory Committee following a community petition signed by 628 people.

At its meeting on Monday, 19 October, C…

Seymour Matters Weekly Bulletin - 20 October 2026

Seymour Matters — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:38:53 GMT

There’s plenty happening across Seymour and the wider region this week, with a major hospital upgrade, a new push to attract visitors to the Goulburn region, and plenty of action on the local sportin…

Liberals and Nationals Pledge to Double Planned Burning Across Victoria

Seymour Matters — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 00:03:05 GMT

The Victorian Liberals and Nationals have announced plans to double prescribed burning across the state if elected in November, as part of a broader strategy to improve bushfire preparedness and redu…

Independent Audit Reveals Concerns Over Victoria's Firefighting Fleet

Seymour Matters — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 23:58:36 GMT

Victoria’s firefighting authorities face an estimated $1.5 billion funding requirement over the next decade to replace and upgrade ageing vehicles, with a new Auditor-General’s report raising concern…

$4 Million Secured to Restore and Reopen Historic Kirwans Bridge

Seymour Matters — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 23:54:20 GMT

The historic Kirwans Bridge is set to be restored and reopened to passenger vehicles following the announcement of $4 million in Federal Government funding.

Strathbogie Shire Council has been successf…

New Tourism Brand Launched to Showcase Goulburn Region

Seymour Matters — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 23:42:36 GMT

A new tourism brand bringing together Mitchell, Strathbogie and Greater Shepparton has been launched, aiming to attract more visitors, encourage longer stays and strengthen the region’s visitor econo…

Victorian Voters Urged to Check Enrolment Ahead of November Election

Seymour Matters — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 23:37:15 GMT

Victorians have just two weeks remaining to ensure they are enrolled to vote in next month’s state election, with the electoral roll set to close on Melbourne Cup Day.

The Victorian Electoral Commissi…