The group will work with Hepburn Shire Council to develop networking and positive relationship building in the Creswick ward.

Mayor and Creswick ward councillor Don Henderson said he encouraged residents in the area’s  towns to get involved.

‘‘This is a great opportunity to get involved in community planning at the grass roots level,’’ Cr Henderson said.

Members will be appointed for a two-year term and will have demonstrated skills in the areas of economic development, community development and participation, arts, heritage or culture, environmental sustainability, health promotion or recreation or community planning.

Nominations are open from September 3-25.

For information, visit www.hepburn.vic.gov.au