If you want your drivers license on your phone – now you can via the myVicroads app! Fully licenced, P and L plate drivers can now have their licence viewable on the app. It definitely saves carrying a losable card or ID item! Physical card licences while still valid, will continue to be issued. Any license changes will immediately appear on the app.

 December 08, 2024

Based in Wallan, the Mitchell Shire now has a new legal centre. The Northern Community Legal Centre will provide free legal advice across topics like Family Violence, Tenancy questions and Motor Vehicle accidents. The service is aimed at those identifying as Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTQI+, victims of Family Violence or those under 25.
The Centre is open M-F 9am-5pm (BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL!). Call 93104376 or go to http:/www.northernclc.org.au

 December 08, 2024

From November 30, 2024, the speed limit on the northbound lanes of the Hume Freeway between Donnybrook Road and Cameron Street, will be reduced from 100 km/h to 80 km/h. Also, any U-turns at the median openings on Cameron Street and Gums Lane will no longer be allowed

 November 24, 2024

The new fire restriction period for Mitchell Shire is below. No burnoffs can be lit without permission!

 November 18, 2024

After the recent Shire Council Elections the following councillors were voted in: 

North Ward: Ned Jeffrey, John Dougall and Andrea Pace.

Central Ward: Timothy Hanson, Nathan Clark and Bob Humm.

South Ward: Bob Cornish and Claudia James.

The first council meeting will be Monday November 18 where the new Mayor will be elected.

 October 25, 2024

OKR FM now has a Live Broadcast from the Wallan Neighbourhood House from 1pm to 2.30pm on the 1st Thursday of each month. If you are involved with a Community Group, Organization or Club and would like to arrange an interview session, just send an email to - info@okrfm.com.au

 July 07, 2022