The first sod has been turned on the Muyan Community and Children's Centre in Wallan East, marking the official start of construction on one of Mitchell Shire's largest and most significant community infrastructure projects.
Mitchell Shire Deputy Mayor Timothy Hanson joined Member for Yan Yean Lauren Kathage at the site to celebrate the milestone and acknowledge the strong partnership between Council and the Victorian Government that has made the project possible.
The $20.15 million project includes $18.15 million from the Victorian Government and $2 million from Mitchell Shire Council.
Once complete, the centre will be a vibrant, inclusive community hub offering early years education, maternal and child health, and a range of flexible community spaces designed to meet the needs of the rapidly growing Wallan community.
Key features will include sessional kindergarten programs, maternal and child health consulting rooms, primary health and allied health spaces, and a multipurpose community area supporting adult learning, engagement and local events.
The project will also deliver long-term social and economic benefits, providing essential services close to home and supporting hundreds of young families expected to move into the growing area over the coming years.
Mitchell Shire Deputy Mayor Timothy Hanson said the start of construction represented a major milestone for the community.
"This new centre will be very important for local families - bringing together kindergarten, health and community services in one welcoming and accessible space," he said.
"We're incredibly grateful to the Victorian Government for their support in making this project a reality.
"Partnerships like this are vital for fast-growing areas like Wallan. They help ensure that as our community grows, the services and facilities grow with it."
Construction is expected to be completed in late 2026, with the Centre operational by early 2027.
For ongoing updates, please visit the Project Page.
