New Residents

Southern Grampians Shire Council extends a warm welcome to new residents of this region, an area admired for its outstanding natural beauty, unspoilt environment and attractive lifestyle.

For those seeking a classic Australian lifestyle, you have indeed chosen the right place to live, work and invest.

If you're new to the Southern Grampians Shire we welcome new residents to an annual New Residents Function where you can meet other members of the community, as well as clubs and organisations that operate in the area. Details of the annual event are posted on our Facebook page, so ensure you follow us for future event details.

2026 New Residents Function - Welcome Home
Join us at 6.00pm on Tuesday 24 February in the Melville Oval Function Room, Market Place Hamilton. 
Let us showcase what our region has to offer, enjoy local entertainment, good food and great company.
Please RSVP here or to Eda Williamson on 5573 0444 or at Ewilliamson@sthgrampians.vic.gov.au.

For further information, please monitor our social media pages and local media outlets.

Council provides new residents with a welcome kit of essential information relating to almost all aspects of living in the Southern Grampians Shire. For your kit, please visit the Hamilton Visitor Information Centre, located at 86 Hamilton Place, or email council@sthgrampians.vic.gov.au