The Tungamah Courthouse has been part of the town’s story for many years, but it has sat empty since 2016 due to the condition of the building. At this time Moira Shire Council resolved to step down as land manager and return the property to the State Government.

What are your thoughts on Council’s proposal to return the courthouse to the State Government?

This is your chance to share your perspective about the future use of the courthouse. Your feedback will help Council and the State make a fair and informed decision.

How You Can Engage

Use the forum tool below to tell us your thoughts about the courthouse and what you think should happen next.

Or submit your feedback via email to info@moira.vic.gov.au or speak to a Council Staff member at any of our Customer Service Centre’s or calling (03) 5871 9222.

Need assistance with the online platform, or want to discuss the consultation process with a staff member?

Email: info@moira.vic.gov.au
Call: Customer Service (03) 5871 9222

Engagement with the community is required to advise the State Government of potential future uses for the land and buildings to facilitate the hand back process from Council.

✔ Council’s understanding of viable future uses for the land and buildings
✔ Whether Council proceeds with returning the site to the Crown

✘ Immediate funding for restoration.
✘ Changes to the building’s current condition
✘ Activating the space via community programs or activities.

What are your thoughts on Council’s proposal to return the courthouse to the State Government?

Council currently manages the vacant Tungamah Courthouse and is proposing to return it to the State Government due to the significant cost of restoration and the potential for future use through private ownership.

Timeline

  • Timeline item 1 - active

    Consultation Open

    Friday 08 August 2025

  • Timeline item 2 - incomplete

    Consultation Close

    Friday 29 August 2025

  • Timeline item 3 - incomplete

    Review of Community Feedback

    Late August

  • Timeline item 4 - incomplete

    Council Meeting to Consider Outcome

    TBC.

Contact Us

Need help with the online form or want to discuss the project with a staff member?

Contact Information
Name Moira Shire Council
Phone 03 5871 9222
Email info@moira.vic.gov.au