The announcement came after about 100 people marched down Vincent St before the council meeting last Tuesday night protesting the flag and banner resolution that bans all but official flags from town hall flag poles.

Protesters carried an array of flags including rainbow flags - the international symbol of the gay and lesbian movement, and a banner stating "Our flag, our town hall, our community".

The crowd then filled the Daylesford Senior Citizens Room for the council meeting.

Vicky Stone-Meadows, 14, from Daylesford read a proclamation asking the council to "let the voices of our flags be heard".

She said the policy was restrictive and did not reflect the values or interests of the broader community.

"Our town hall, whether it is in Daylesford, Trentham, Creswick or Clunes belongs to our community, first and foremost. It is our community space. Your recent decision fails to honour that very important point. Our Town Hall

represents what our community represents," she said.

Cr Mutimer responded by asking for a meeting to address the issues relating to the current flag policy.

Creswick ward councillor Janine Booth said she wanted to ensure the consultation process extended beyond Daylesford.

Coliban ward councillor Tim Hayes said that the council was committed to consultation.

"I am concerned we have adopted a policy that affects Clunes. This community (Daylesford) is not the same as the community in Clunes. Let's put the policy out for community consultation."

ChillOut Festival spokesman Jim Cultbertson agreed to meet with councillors and staff but insisted members of other community groups be included.

A meeting was held last Friday to nominate representatives to consult with the council.

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