Keeping the community informed
Garage Sale Trail 2026 – the last hurrah!
When: Saturday and Sunday, 7-8 and 14-15 November 2026 Where: Moonee Valley and around the nation Cost: Free to register Event details: Australia’s biggest second-hand treasure hunt is returning for its final grand edition! Garage Sale Trail returns to Moonee Valley over two big weekends. Hundreds of locals will join together for one last national celebration of buying and selling second-hand. Get involved on just one day or join the fun…
New bin stickers for residents who are blind or have low vision
Braille and raised-letter stickers are now being trialled in the City of Moonee Valley to help residents who are blind or have low vision. The stickers help users to identify their general rubbish, recycling and FOGO* bins by touch. The trial was a suggestion from the Disability Advisory Committee. The stickers use braille and raised…
New Container Deposit Scheme basket bins make recycling on the go easier
Recycling your eligible drink containers while you’re out and about is now easier, thanks to our new Container Deposit Scheme (CDS Vic) basket bin trial rolling out across Moonee Valley. The baskets are attached to selected public litter bins, providing a dedicated spot for people to leave eligible drink containers instead of throwing them away….
Council updates, Waste and recycling
Join the food waste revolution!
Council co-funds Food Waste Dehydrator in Apartment Trial. Limited spaces – express your interest below. Moonee Valley City Council is offering a trial to Moonee Valley residents living in apartment buildings that don’t have Council bins or access to a food recycling service through their private waste contractor. Whether you are renting or own your…
Council updates, Incinerator Gallery, Waste and recycling
Festive season operating hours 2025
Even a Council needs a little break, but that doesn’t mean all of your favourite facilities will close over the Christmas and Holiday period. Take a look at the list of the opening hours across the Council. Civic Centre Customer Service Desk Customer Service will be closed on all public holidays and shutting at 12pm…
Clothing Swap – refresh your wardrobe and reduce waste
Did you know that Australians throw away six tonnes of clothing every 10 minutes? Let’s slow this down this waste – and have some fun while doing it! You are invited to join Moonee Valley’s first-ever Clothing Swap, taking place at Maribyrnong Park Bowls Club on Saturday, October 11. Bring up to eight good-quality items…
Family, Sustainability and environment, Waste and recycling
Cloth nappy workshops are back
Missed our last cloth nappy workshops? Here’s your chance! If you’re curious about cloth nappies, join us for an interactive and informative workshop and learn all about the benefits of using cloth nappies for your little one. Our expert will guide you through the process of choosing, using and caring for cloth nappies. Don’t miss…
Business, Council updates, Events, Family, Incinerator Gallery, Parks and open spaces, Sustainability and environment, Valley news, Waste and recycling
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,…
Council updates, Incinerator Gallery, Waste and recycling
Holiday opening hours across the council
Even a Council needs a little break, but that doesn’t mean all of your favourite facilities will close over the Christmas and Holiday period. Take a look at the list of the opening hours across the Council. Civic Centre Customer Service Desk Customer Service will be closing early on Friday, 22 of December 2023 at…
7 food safety tips for the festive season
Having a food filled Christmas? Learn the basics of food safety this festive season and beyond with these tips! Food poisoning is a risk all year round, the festive season is always a higher risk period with more food being consumed. Bacteria can multiply easily and reach unsafe levels when the temperature rises, resulting in…