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Business, Parks and open spaces, Sustainability and environment
Tree of the Month: Ceiba speciosa (Silk Floss Tree)
Ceiba speciosa, commonly known as the silk floss tree, is a striking South American deciduous tree notable for its bottle-shaped trunk, thorny bark, and large, showy pink flowers. Our May Tree of the Month is currently flowering beautifully in Queens Park, just north of the Moonee Ponds Bowls Club pavilion on the western side of the park….
Have your say on Moonee Valley’s Draft Budget 2026/27
Earlier this year, we introduced a new approach to our budget consultation process, giving the community the opportunity to have their say earlier through consultation on the 4‑Year Capital Works Program 2026/27-2029/30. We heard that people wanted to be involved sooner, and we have responded by shifting our process to ensure community voices help shape…
Business, Council updates, Events
Women in Business Luncheon 2026
Our 17th annual Women in Business Luncheon is back this June 2026! Grab your diary and lock in Friday, 5 June for this beloved event, featuring special guest Naomi Simson OAM and host Anjali Rao. Network with like-minded businesswomen over a delicious two-course lunch and drinks at Essendon Fields’ Hyatt Place and hear from RedBalloon…
Business, Sustainability and environment, Valley news
Reduce carbon emissions, lower energy bills
Local businesses are encouraged to adopt more sustainable practices under our ‘Let’s Go Zero’ community carbon emission reduction program. Moonee Valley City Council has a target of net zero community emissions by 2040 – and that means everyone can be a part of the commitment to reduce carbon emissions. Mayor of Moonee Valley, Dr Rose Iser, joined the chorus of inviting residents, workers and businesses…
Djerring Flemington Hub Cafe: EOIs now open
MVCC (Council) is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) for the opportunity to operate a Café and Catering Services at Djerring Flemington Hub (DFH). Council seeks to gain a more detailed understanding of the supplier market and range of solutions that may be available. DFH is a Community Centre located at 25 Mount Alexander Road, Flemington. It was opened in…
Sponsorship EOI – Battle of the Bands
We are seeking expressions of interest from music industry businesses or organisations who would like to support Valley Youth’s upcoming Battle of the Bands event by contributing to the prize pool for the performers. Delivered in collaboration with Council’s Amplify committee Avenue Productions, this event aims to enrich the community with live music and creative…
Women in Business Luncheon 2025
Our 16th annual Women in Business Luncheon is back this May 2025! Grab your diary and lock in Friday, 30 May for our beloved event, featuring special guest Maz Farrelly and host Alicia Loxley. Celebrate our 16th year anniversary of our Women in Business Luncheon. This event is proudly brought to you by the Moonee…
Sponsorship EOI: Women in Business Luncheon | 30 May 2025
Sponsorship opportunities for the 2025 Women in Business Luncheon are now open! We are seeking expressions of interest from businesses who would like to support the annual Women in Business Luncheon through one of two different sponsorship packages available. The Women in Business Luncheon is back for its 16th year in 2025 and will feature…
Commercial vendors EOIs now open!
Are you a commercial operator looking to stage events in our local community? To further our commitment to increase community engagement opportunities for arts and cultural experiences, we are now accepting expressions of interest from commercial operators to stage feature events across the municipality. From our prized Queens Park in Moonee Ponds, to the Maribyrnong…
Business, Council updates, Sustainability and environment
New Organics Advisory Service: Free food-waste advice for businesses
This program has now ended, keep an eye on our website for future opportunities. Are you a hospitality or food-producing business in Moonee Valley? Find out how to make food waste management work for you. Access our new free Organics Advisory Service for businesses and commercial landlords. We’re moving away from a traditional disposal…