Keeping the community informed
‘Healthy, vibrant, welcoming’: Council endorses refreshed long-term strategy and community vision
“A healthy, vibrant and welcoming community where everyone is visible and valued.” That’s the start of a new community vision statement endorsed by Moonee Valley councillors at their October meeting. Drafted by an advisory panel of community members, and with feedback from the broader public, Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung representatives and Councillors, the vision statement also imagines…
Your wrap of Moonee Valley City Council meeting | Tuesday 28 October
Missed this month’s Moonee Valley City Council Meeting? Below is a summary of items debated and endorsed. Remember: you can attend Council Meetings in-person or tune into the livestream via the MVCC website. The video recording remains available at the conclusion of the meeting, as do Agendas and Minutes from past meetings. Our plan for Moonee…
Parking technology upgrades across Moonee Valley
Parking is an important part of our city’s transport ecosystem. As our population grows, so too does traffic pressure and demand for parking. We know how frustrating looking for a carpark can be. Paid parking and time limits are two ways Council works to make more parking available. These measures prompt regular parking turnover, meaning…
Remembrance Day events in Moonee Valley
Remembrance Day is a time to honour those who have served our country and to pay our respects to fallen and returned soldiers. Moonee Valley City Council, in conjunction with Essendon RSL Sub-branch, will hold a commemoration ceremony at the Cenotaph in Queens Park, Moonee Ponds, on Tuesday, 11 November at 10.40am. The ceremony will…
Works in place to improve Queens Park lake
Works are scheduled at Queens Park Lake late October as part of an efforts to improve water quality and the ecology of the lake and its native animals. Carp are an invasive species which have damaged local ecosystems in Queens Park, impacting native plants and animals. In Australia carp are considered an invasive species and…
Mason Square Mural: Artist EOIs
The Mason Square mural is ready for a refresh! As part of both the recent budget adoption and our commitment to public art under the Igniting Creativity portfolio, the current Mason Square mural is due for a new interpretation. We are now seeking quotes from experienced artists to design and install a new outdoor mural…
CityLab appointed to run innovative design competition for Queens Park West Playground
Moonee Valley City Council is excited to announce that leading design consultancy, CityLab, has been appointed to facilitate a design competition for the redevelopment of the much-loved Queens Park West Playground. This competition will bring fresh ideas and creativity to one of our city’s most iconic open spaces, marking the conclusion of The Playground Project…
Become a citizen scientist and document biodiversity in Moonee Valley
Science isn’t just something done by people in lab coats using microscopes and test tubes. Citizen science is about everyday people getting involved in data collection to better understand our environment, wildlife and ecosystems. Right now there are ways you can help expand our scientific understanding of Moonee Valley. Council is hosting a guided Bird…
Meet the Mayor
Meet the Mayor sessions are an opportunity to connect, ask questions and chat about local issues that matter to you. Speak directly to the Mayor of Moonee Valley, Ava Adams, in various locations around Moonee Valley. Upcoming dates and locations: Friday, 10 October| 12-1.30pm Puckle Street, Moonee Ponds (Outside Moonee Ponds Central entrance/Peter Alexander) 80…
3 easy steps to become a Wiser Driver
With busy roads, confusing rules and new road rules coming into effect each year, driving can be overwhelming. Thankfully, Moonee Valley’s Wiser Driver sessions are back! Come along to Council’s free 4-week course for over 55’s and build on your driving experience with your peers. These classroom-based sessions help older drivers continue learning and improving to…