July Council Highlights
Published on 25 July 2025
Swan Hill Rural City Council is proud to share the highlights from July – a month filled with community events, facility improvements and opportunities for residents to shape our future.
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Riverlights returns with a spectacular show
The much-loved Riverlights event lit up the winter school holidays with a brandnew light show and the exciting addition of a Pyap River Cruise. Running from 11– 20 July, the event drew families and visitors from across the region, showcasing our beautiful riverfront in a whole new light.
It’s been wonderful to see families across the region enjoying the school holidays. From the magic of Riverlights to the excitement of ice skating and the ever-popular Pioneer Settlement, there’s been something for everyone to enjoy. A heartfelt thank you to all the staff, volunteers, and community members who helped bring these experiences to life. Your efforts are appreciated.
Welcome new citizens
- 20 new Australian citizens were welcomed this month, representing eight different countries.
- Our youngest conferee was 2 years old and our eldest 93 years old.
NAIDOC Week celebrations
NAIDOC Week was celebrated across the municipality from 6–13 July, recognising the culture and contributions of First Nations people.
Infrastructure and facility upgrades
- Glover Road, Woorinen North: Subgrade works complete; subbase preparation underway.
- Swan Hill Regional Livestock Exchange: Toilets refurbished with new flooring, paint and improved accessibility.
- Tower Hill Open Space: Footpath works nearly complete; irrigation installation progressing.
- Outdoor Swimming Pool: New starter blocks installed through the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program.
- McCallum Street Shared Path: Over 200 native shrubs have been planted in a newly constructed garden bed.
- River Viewing Platform and Boardwalk: Over 450 native shrubs, trees and grasses have been planted in the newly constructed garden.
- Robinvale Kerb and Channel Project: 256 linear metres of kerb and channel replaced.
- Nyah Change Rooms: Works are progressing on the refurbishment of the change rooms and umpire facilities at the Nyah Recreation Reserve.
- Wemen Public Hall: Exciting upgrades for the Wemen community with around 70 metres of new fencing and brand-new play equipment installed.
Community consultations – Have your say
Council is seeking community feedback on several important projects via the Let’s Talk platform:
- Domestic Animal Management Plan
- Youth Strategy 2026–2030
- Draft Domestic Wastewater Management Plan 2025–2030
- 10 Year Financial Plan
- Coming soon: input on the new 4-year Council Plan
Visit letstalk.swanhill.vic.gov.au to contribute.
We’re listening, acting & improving!
The results are in and overall community satisfaction is up in our municipality. The annual survey shows big gains - positioning Swan Hill above the Large Rural Councils group average and the State-wide Councils benchmark.
Questions?
Contact Council on 03 5036 2333 or email council@swanhill.vic.gov.au
Have your say at letstalk.swanhill.vic.gov.au