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After working as Pyrenees Shire’s CEO since 2014, Jim Nolan will be retiring in July.

Jim Nolan resigns from Pyrenees Shire

Pyrenees Shire CEO Jim Nolan recently announced his resignation after more than 11 years in the role. The Advertiser spoke with Mr Nolan reflecting on his tenure at the shire,

5 June, 2026

Central Goldfields Shire councillors are requesting council work toward a framework that considers broiler farm development broadly rather than on a case-by-case basis.

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Councillors push for improved broiler farm policies amid planning disagreement

The bridge at Tullaroop Reservoir has a load limit of only 20 tonnes.

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Councils advocate for improved bridges

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Draft budget out for Pyrenees

Rail trail annual figure disputed - feature photo

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Rail trail annual figure disputed

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Housing development refused by council finds new start with State Government - feature photo

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Housing development refused by council finds new start with State Government

The Aerodrome Advisory Group has increased from five to eight members.

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Aerodrome Advisory Group increases members

Central Goldfields Shire CEO Peter Harriott said Talbot’s failing septics “only elevate this project” as a priority.

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Talbot sewerage years away

Councillors have given support to the Castlemaine-Maryborough Rail Trail project, despite concerns over its cost.

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High cost noted in support for rail trail

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Governance confusion makes council vote invalid on contentious broiler farm - feature photo

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Governance confusion makes council vote invalid on contentious broiler farm

The Pyrenees Shire Council has flagged some projects could cost up to 25 percent more due to rising fuel prices.

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Rising fuel prices could cost council

Central Goldfields Shire Council received 40 times more community submissions than their previous budget.

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Intention to keep all transfer stations open alluded to by local councillors

The Bealiba transfer station is one of three being considered by council for closure.

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Proposed transfer station closures see budget feedback spike more than 4000 percent

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