International Women’s Day 2023: Embracing Equity in Yarra
This year, Yarra City Council celebrated International Women’s Day with a panel discussion and networking event focused on the achievements and stories of migrant women.
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Fast tracking neighbourhood batteries
Yarra City Council is investigating the feasibility of more neighbourhood batteries across Yarra. -
Cultural Diversity Week 2023 in Yarra
Celebrate and reflect on the contributions, stories and history of Yarra’s many multicultural communities. -
Resolutions and other motions from this week's Council Meeting - Tuesday 14 February 2023
At Tuesday night's Council Meeting, Council endorsed the appointment of Council delegates, including the Audit and Risk Committee, 13 advisory committees and more. -
Pride Morning Tea bringing our LGBTQIA+ community together
Yarra held our first Pride Morning Tea with the Mayor, Councillors and LGBTQIA+ leaders across Yarra. -
Recognising our LGBTIQA+ Heritage
As part of our LGBTIQ+ Strategy 2021-2024 we are working to identify and document locations that are historically important to LGBTIQA+ communities. -
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What does progress towards a circular economy look like?
All local councils are required to introduce a 4-stream household waste service, under legislation introduced by Victorian Government. -
Yarra certified as carbon neutral for 11th consecutive year
Yarra City Council has retained its certification as a carbon-neutral organisation through the Australian Government’s Climate Active program. -
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Let's talk about waste: creating a circular economy
Every year, more than 80 billion tonnes of raw materials like metal, cardboard and plastics are consumed in Australia. That’s set to double by 2060. -
Welcome to our new Councillor for Langridge Ward, Michael Glynatsis
Yarra City Council congratulates and welcomes its new Councillor, Michael Glynatsis. Cr Glynatsis was elected via a vote countback following the departure of former Councillor Gabrielle de Vietri. -
Victoria Street Lunar Festival returns to Richmond in 2023
The Victoria Street Lunar Festival returns on Sunday 5 February 2023. In true hawker-food style, the celebration will focus on the outdoor dining experience with footpath dining, food stalls and food trucks. -
Acknowledging January 26
Yarra City Council will be acknowledging January 26 with respect and sensitivity. To recognise this day of survival and mourning, we encourage people to learn more about the Aboriginal history of Yarra and connect with local culture. -
How Yarra is acting on the climate emergency
Yarra’s Climate Emergency Plan guides Council’s efforts towards zero-net emissions across the entire Yarra community by 2030. Since adopting our Climate Emergency Plan in 2020, 112 of the 119 actions in the plan are either completed or on track. -
Victoria's Pride Street Party returns to Yarra
Get ready to celebrate at Victoria’s Pride Street Party this February in Yarra. -
Temporary closure of Richmond Recreation Centre
Richmond Recreation Centre will be closed from 3pm on Sunday 8 January, due to staff shortages. The venue will reopen at 6am on Monday 9 January. We encourage you to visit either Collingwood Leisure Centre or Fitzroy Swimming Pool which remain open. -
Countback for councillor vacancy in Langridge Ward
The Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) has confirmed that a countback for the councillor vacancy in Yarra’s Langridge Ward will take place on Wednesday 18 January 2023. -
Christmas and New Year's hours 2022
We will be operating some of our services on adjusted timetables during the holiday period. -
Public Notice: Proposed road discontinuance on Balmain Street, Cremorne
Proposed road discontinuance on 79 Balmain Street, Cremorne. Public notice inviting submissions under section 223. Submissions close January 31, 2023. -
Yarra City Council facilitates donation to Foodbank Victoria
Yarra City Council has facilitated a $10,000 donation to Foodbank Victoria after a generous pledge from US late night show Last Week Tonight with John Oliver. -
A fun new playground opens in Alphington
Yarra City Council officially opened the Alphington Park Playground last week in a fun, family-friendly launch.