Keeping the community informed
Update on Victorian Government planning reforms
A new plan for Victoria The Victorian Government released a new plan for Victoria on 28 February 2025. It is the Victorian Government’s big-picture plan for the state’s future. The Plan has five pillars: housing for all Victorians, accessible jobs and services, great places, sustainable environments, and self-determination and caring for Country. To deliver the…
Keilor East pool hoist to make swimming more accessible
Moonee Valley resident Tess Karambelas describes swimming as one of the ways she can “feel free”. “The water holds your weight, holds you up. On land, I use mobility aids but I can walk a little bit when I’m in water,” says Tess, who lives with cerebral palsy. A dip in a heated pool also…
E-bike safety tips!
School holidays are in full swing and it’s the perfect time to get outside and enjoy the outdoors! With more kids out and about on their e-bikes, it’s important to make sure everyone stays safe while having fun. Cycling can be an exciting way to explore, but it’s also essential to be mindful of others…
Celebrate Nature Play Week 2025
Nature play is a wonderful way for children to connect with the outdoors, explore, and learn through hands-on experiences. Nature Play Week is an annual Australian initiative held from April 2-13 to help encourage children to experience rich sensory experiences and to imagine and learn in natural environments. Whether it’s creating mud pies, observing how…
What does an inclusive Moonee Valley look like to you?
Moonee Valley City Council invites the community to enter our Inclusive Moonee Valley Competition by responding to the question What does an inclusive Moonee Valley look like to you? We want to know how and where you feel included in our city, so we can learn from our success stories and share that knowledge with…
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…
Council updates, Media Releases
Campaign commitment backs in upgraded community bowls club
Moonee Valley City Council has welcomed a Federal Government election promise to fund upgrades at Essendon Community Bowls Club. The $1.2 million commitment will help transform the current Buckley Park Bowls Club site into a state-of-the-art community sporting facility. Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Catherine King and Labor’s candidate for Maribyrnong,…
Meet your Citizen of the Year, Dr Suzanne Cook
Moonee Valley residents giving back to our community have been celebrated at this year’s Neighbourhood Spirit Awards. Winners of the annual awards were announced on Sunday, 23 March at Mediterranean Fiesta in Keilor East. Among the recipients was anaesthetist and lifelong Girl Guide, Dr Suzanne Cook, who was named Moonee Valley Citizen of the Year…
Your wrap-up of Moonee Valley Council Meeting | March 25, 2025
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. Advocating for better tower…
Remembering the ANZACs 2025
Ahead of Anzac Day on Friday 25 April, we invite the community to join us in honouring the ANZACs at a commemoration ceremony on Sunday, 13 April. Join the Mayor of Moonee Valley, councillors, local parliamentarians and the Essendon RSL sub-branch at the Cenotaph in Queens Park as we commemorate the sacrifices and contributions made…