To make sure our services are fit-for-purpose and are what our community wants, we want to hear from you.

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Yarra City Council has developed draft Street Garden Guidelines for residents interested in gardening within Yarra's streetscapes.

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Since 1974, the Victorian Heritage Register has protected the heritage places and objects of the State of Victoria including Yarra.

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Yarra City Council has developed an interactive Capital Works Map so our community can  stay up-to-date on exciting infrastructure projects and maintenance works across the city.

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At Tuesday night’s Council Meeting, Council endorsed the expansion of the 30 km/hr speed limit trial, the budget for Annual Grants 2024, and more.

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Yarra City Council has awarded a total of $1.15 million for 123 local projects and initiatives spanning social equity, health and wellbeing, arts, sustainability, sport and much more.

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Yarra’s Councillors have elected Councillor Edward Crossland as Mayor and Councillor Anab Mohamud as Deputy Mayor for the next 12 months.

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Yarra City Council has officially opened the new Cambridge Street Reserve, Collingwood.

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We are conducting a review of our Statutory and Strategic Planning service areas.

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On hot days, the iconic Fitzroy Pool can reach capacity. This means there is sometimes a queue to get into the pool.

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Shane Delphine and Meredith Kefford are making strides in Yarra’s climate action journey through their enthusiastic leadership with Yarra Climate Action Now (YCAN).  

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Positive Attitude Inc are fostering social connections, nurturing inclusivity and a creating a sense of belonging for Yarra’s older rainbow communities. 

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Each year, we recognise and celebrate the everyday heroes making an outstanding contribution to our community.

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Mubarek Imam has consistently demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the Yarra community – particularly in North Richmond - through his tireless work with multiple local community groups, his impactful leadership and his proactive approach to advocacy and change.

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Bol Mayan’s creativity, work ethic, dedication and collaborative attitude have made an incredible impact on the Yarra community, particularly for young people and for the local African Australian diaspora.

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Deborah Hart is the Founder and Chairperson of CLIMARTE - the world’s first gallery dedicated to addressing the climate emergency in all its manifestations.

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Mervyn Keane brings the local community together to increase biodiversity and nurture Yarra’s incredible flora and fauna through the Acacia Place River Bankers initiative.

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David Langdon is keeping history alive in Yarra with his passion, enthusiasm and unending generosity.

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Manny Hendrix isn’t just a basketball coach – he’s a mentor, friend and support person to many young people in Yarra.

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Council is working with the Victorian Government’s Container Deposit Scheme to provide our community with new ways to recycle.

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