Keeping the community informed
Statement on the IBAC Operation Leo Special Report
Moonee Valley City Council welcomes the release of the Independent Broad-Based Anti-Corruption Commission (IBAC) Operation Leo Report, tabled in Parliament earlier today. Council’s Administration has been working closely with the Municipal Monitors (Ms Prue Digby and Mr Phillip Carruthers) since their appointment in late January 2024 to improve transparency of decision-making, and have already taken…
National Carers Week 2024
National Carers Week is a time to recognise, celebrate and raise awareness of the 3 million Australians who provide care to a family member or friend. About 15% of people in the City of Moonee Valley aged 15 years and over provide unpaid assistance to a person with disability, long term illness or older age….
Moonee Valley City Council Election
The Moonee Valley City Council election will be held this October and will be conducted entirely by post. Local council general elections are held every 4 years and councillors make decisions on a range of important local issues and services, including: maternal health and childcare sporting and recreation facilities libraries and community centres animal registrations…
Council updates, Events, Incinerator Gallery
Sam Petersen wins 2024 Incinerator Art Award
Sam Petersen wins 2024 Incinerator Art Award Sam Petersen (pictured, right) was named as the winner of the prestigious $10,000 Incinerator Art Award at Incinerator Gallery on Friday night. Petersen’s work, You Need Us (2023) (pictured in background) was selected from a pool of 266 entries received from emerging and established artists across Australia. In…
What’s on this Children’s Week 2024
Discover our Children’s Week program for 2024 Children’s Week is a national celebration that recognises the talents, skills, achievements and rights of children. Join us for a range of fun, interactive activities for children and families around Moonee Valley. There is something for everyone, indoors and outside, for children up to 8 years old alongside…
Statement from the Mayor
Suspension of Samantha Byrne Ms Samantha Byrne has been suspended from her role as a City of Moonee Valley councillor effective from Tuesday, 10 September 2024 for a period of 14 days. An external and independent Arbiter, appointed under the Local Government Act 2020, has ruled that Ms Byrne has breached three standards of conduct,…
Business, Council updates, Sustainability and environment
New Organics Advisory Service: Free food-waste advice for businesses
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 system, to a more circular system of avoidance and reuse. Join the growing number of…
Niddrie and Essendon North Activity Centres
Your chance to share your thoughts on the Victorian Government’s draft plans. The Victorian Planning Authority (VPA) and the Department of Transport and Planning have opened a consultation on their draft plans for the Niddrie and North Essendon Activity Centres. These activity centres have been named by the Victorian Government as precincts it believes can accommodate…
Council updates, Events, Family, Valley Youth
Jam at Youth Fest ’24
Watch Queens Park turn into a spectacular musical venue as we celebrate Youth Fest! Organised by young people in Moonee Valley, Youth Fest is a huge free music festival for young people in the community. There are so many activities happening for teens and young adults (aged 12-25) to take part in and enjoy. Set…
Stand for Council in the upcoming election
Represent the Moonee Valley community and become a candidate for the upcoming election. Nominations to stand as a candidate in the Moonee Valley City Council election open at 9am on Monday, 9 September and close at 12 noon on Tuesday, 17 September. No matter your age, gender or background, your voice is important to help…