Melbourne unites to make the Birrarung-Yarra swimmable Published on 20 October 2026 We have joined councils and government agencies to help make the Birrarung-Yarra swimmable. The Coalition for a Swimmable Birrarung will work to improve waterway health and advocate for investment, policies and support, while we have also signed the global Swimmable Cities Charter, supporting healthier waterways. Tagged as: , News
Bring your reusables to participating businesses Published on 19 October 2026 Bring your own clean reusable cups, containers, bags and bottles when shopping, dining or ordering takeaway in Banyule. Look for the Reusables Welcome Here sticker at participating businesses. BYO reusables helps reduce single-use packaging and landfill, conserve resources and make sustainable choices part of everyday life. Tagged as: , News
Banyule Children’s Gift Appeal Published on 19 October 2026 Help disadvantaged families by donating to the gift appeal. Monies will be spent on gift cards, allowing the gift of choice to families and children. Tagged as: , News
Illegal dumping costs everyone Published on 19 October 2026 Illegal dumping harms parks and diverts resources from community services. After a mulch dumper was fined more than $10,000, we are reminding residents to report illegal dumping and use available waste services, including the Waste Recovery Centre and booked hard waste collections. Tagged as: , News
Sharing library ideas across cultures Published on 19 October 2026 Rosanna Library hosted a delegation of library and education professionals from Japan as part of their 2026 Australia Library Tour.Rosanna was selected as a key stop on the tour because of its innovative service model, contemporary facility and strong community focus. Delegates were particularly interested in learning how Yarra Plenty Regional Library (YPRL) operates as a regional service jointly Tagged as: , News
Rethink Waste Education Centre reopens Published on 19 October 2026 Our Rethink Waste Education Centre has reopened with a new interactive theatre experience for primary school students. The program combines sustainability education, hands-on learning and a recycling facility tour, while community programs and special events help residents reduce waste and recycle right. Tagged as: , News
Building understanding and awareness this Invisible Disabilities Week Published on 18 October 2026 To mark Invisible Disabilities Week (18-24 October), Alison, one of our Disability Champions, shares her experience living with cerebral palsy. Her story helps build understanding, challenge ableism and highlight the importance of inclusion, respect and full participation in community life for people with disabilities. Tagged as: , Public health & safety
Heidelberg West Library opens Tuesday 20 October Published on 16 October 2026 Heidelberg West Library opens on Tuesday 20 October at Olympic Leisure Centre, offering books, technology, study spaces, children’s programs and more. The new library provides a welcoming, accessible place for the community to learn, connect and access library services. Tagged as: , News
New councillor elected for Beale Ward Published on 15 October 2026 The Victorian Electoral Commission has declared Nicola Rooks elected as Councillor for Beale Ward following a by-election. She will serve for the remainder of the current Council term. Mayor Alison Champion congratulated Ms Rooks and thanked all candidates who stood in the election. Tagged as: , News