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The Bannockburn and District Lions Club has been serving the community for 29 years; during this time, their impact on Golden Plains Shire has been vast and meaningful.
Golden Plains Shire residents have asked quite a few questions about the draft Budget, and to honour our commitment to keeping you informed, we have addressed some of the more frequently asked questions below.

The ShineHub Community Solar Program offers great discounts in solar installation (because ShineHub buys in bulk).
The Golden Plains Youth Committee currently consists of six local young people who meet weekly to plan events for other local young people.

We would like to acknowledge and address concerns raised by families and residents about the proposed increase to Bannockburn Children’s Service child care fees included in the draft Council Budget 2018-19. Here, we have answered some of the frequently asked questions we have received.

Terry and Lindy Allinson selflessly volunteer for the Back to Steiglitz Association, which seeks to preserve the history of, and promote, the small historic town of Steiglitz.
Since 1911, the volunteer firefighters of Meredith have attended thousands of fires and actively protected Golden Plains Shire. Today, Meredith volunteers have worked together to keep the Brigade going and the community safe for over 100 years!
There is a proposed increase to Bannockburn Children’s Service child care fees included in the draft Council Budget 2018-19.
Golden Plains Shire Council is pleased to acknowledge news that the State Government is investing $255,000 to upgrade sports oval lighting at the Linton Recreation Reserve.