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Council updates, Parks and open spaces
Afton Street Pedestrian Bridge temporary closure
With sunny summer days perfect for getting outside, more people are out and about walking, running and cycling. If you enjoy a trip around the Maribyrnong trail, please be aware that the Afton Street Pedestrian Bridge will be closed for three weeks from Monday, 2 February. The bridge will be closed while essential safety inspections and maintenance are carried out, including checking and testing the…
Council updates, Parks and open spaces
Tree of the Month | Washingtonia Robusta
The soaring skyduster of Moonee Valley December Tree of the Month: Washingtonia Robusta Location: Ardoch Street, Essendon Common name: Mexican Fan Palm Botanical name: Washington Robusta Height: Over 30.5m Diameter: 25.4-30.5cm Life expectancy: Up to 500 years old For our final Tree of the Month for 2025, we’re celebrating one of the most soaring heights…
Update on closure of Queens Park Cafe
The wait is almost over! After undergoing repairs and maintenance the much loved and iconic Queens Park Café will soon open its doors to the public. Gray and Johnson have been appointed to engage with the community on behalf of Council. All parties interested in further details or submitting an Expression of Interest can do…
Tree of the month | Glenview Road, Strathmore
Common name: Himalayan or Bhutan Cypress Botanical name: Cupressus torulosa Type: Avenue Location: Glenview Road, Essendon, between Upland Road and Grammer Street Height: Average at 12.5 meters Spread: Average at 5.6 meters Each month we shine a light on one of Moonee Valley’s most remarkable trees. For our second feature, we are once again not…
Council updates, Family, Parks and open spaces
Stunning redevelopment of Rosehill Park, a welcoming place for all
The Rosehill Park Playspace is now open, offering a vibrant and inclusive play experience designed for all ages and abilities. With a mix of imaginative structures and sensory elements, it’s the perfect destination for families, friends, and nature lovers. The stunning playspace features: Adventure play: A custom-built tree tower with a large slide, cubbyhouse, climbing…
Fanny Street Reserve cameras to keep parks safe for all
Patrons of Fanny Street Reserve in Essendon might notice two new cameras inside the much-loved park. These devices are part of a pilot effort to monitor for unsafe or illegal e-Vehicle use. Moonee Valley believes e-Vehicles are an important part of a sustainable and active transport ecosystem. But our community and local police are reporting…
Council updates, Parks and open spaces
BMX jumps removed in Aberfeldie Park
Due to ongoing safety concerns and after careful consideration, Council has removed the BMX jumps located at Aberfeldie Park. During the pandemic lockdowns, there was an increased interest in mountain bike and BMX activities in the municipality, and as a result community members constructed informal tracks and jumps in parks, with Aberfeldie Park being one…
Media Releases, Parks and open spaces
MEDIA RELEASE: Bike riders jumping for joy in Moonee Ponds
Moonee Valley bike riders now have their own two-wheel playground paradise, with the official opening of a purpose-built bike jumps track at Fanny Street Reserve in Moonee Ponds. The official opening on Friday, 19 July was attended by guests including the Assistant Treasurer and State Member for Essendon, the Hon Danny Pearson MP, City of…
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Help us plan for the future as we review our MV2040 Strategy
We’re reviewing our MV2040 Strategy and we want you to come along for the journey. What do you think Moonee Valley should look like by the year 2040? We are dedicated to creating a fair, beautiful, green, thriving and connected city to meet the future needs of our community. What is MV2040? In 2018,…
Parks and open spaces, Sustainability and environment, Valley news
Love the outdoors? Become a Nature Steward!
Have a passion for nature? Eager to explore the natural gems in and around Moonee Valley? Join our Nature Stewards Program! Join our neighbours at Merri-bek City Council as we venture into the natural wonders of our local environment. This Autumn we are inviting community members to join an in-depth guided tour of the local…