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Spotlight walk along Darebin Creek

26 September 2026

Join the Friends of Darebin Creek and Banyule Park Rangers for an evening wildlife walk at the Banyule Northern Grassland Reserve. Explore the reserve after dark and look for nocturnal wildlife, including possums, gliders and tawny frogmouths. Learn about local habitats while enjoying a guided walk through this important natural area.

Banyule business mentoring program

29 September 2026

Attend a free, one-on-one introduction to business mentoring session with an experienced adviser to help you set up a new or develop an existing business in Banyule. The 45-minute sessions focus on foundation, innovation, scaling and resilience.

St Kilda Film Festival short films

01 October 2026

Enjoy a selection of Australia’s top short films when the St Kilda Film Festival Victorian Tour returns to Banyule. Watch a curated program of standout short films from this year’s festival at Hoyts Greensborough.

Possum prowl for kids

02 October 2026

Discover the magic of Nangak Tamboree Wildlife Sanctuary after dark on a family-friendly evening adventure. Designed for preschool and early primary-aged children, this engaging experience combines hands-on nature activities with a guided twilight tour, offering a fun and memorable way to explore the wonders of local bushland and wildlife.

Youth spotlight walk

03 October 2026

Join Bush Crew volunteers and Park Rangers for a guided night walk through Banyule Northern Grassland Reserve. Spot possums, gliders and tawny frogmouths, learn about local wildlife and habitats, and enjoy free hot chocolate and biscuits. For young people aged 14 to 18 years.

Guided bird walk at Wilson Reserve

04 October 2026

SOLD OUT. Join Dr Jacinta Humphrey for a free guided bird walk through Wilson Reserve, Ivanhoe, and discover the diverse birdlife that calls the Birrarung home. This relaxed outdoor event is suitable for all ages and levels of birdwatching experience, from beginners to experienced birders.

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News

Call for better housing and town planning ahead of state election

Published on 18 September 2026

We are calling on candidates in the 2026 Victorian State Election to support better housing and planning policies. We are seeking commitments to community-informed planning, quality housing design, stronger local consultation, increased social housing, and affordable housing outcomes.

Public holiday: bins and opening hours

Published on 18 September 2026

For the Friday 25 September public holiday, bin collections are still occurring though you will have limited opportunity to chat with us as our offices will be closed.

Notice of powerline clearance works

Published on 15 September 2026

We will soon be pruning trees on nature strips and Council-owned land across Banyule to maintain safe clearance around powerlines and meet Victorian regulations. Check the street tree pruning schedule to see when works are planned in your suburb and precinct.

Get 4 weeks free membership at Olympic Leisure

Published on 01 September 2026

Discover the upgraded Olympic Leisure Centre and kick-start your health and wellbeing goals. Eligible new members who join before 30 September 2026 can receive 4 weeks free membership and enjoy access to the new gym, sauna, program studio and group fitness classes.

VEC announces candidates for Beale Ward by-election

Published on 28 August 2026

Following the resignation of Elizabeth Nealy, former Councillor for Beale Ward, the Victorian Election Commission has released details about the Beale Ward by-election including nominations and instructions for voting.

Call for $10 million for beloved but ageing Ivanhoe Aquatic Centre

Published on 28 August 2026

We are calling on state election candidates to support funding for the upgrade and electrification of Ivanhoe Aquatic Centre. The $46 million project would modernise the historic facility, increase capacity, improve community health outcomes and eliminate on-site emissions through a transition to 100% renewable energy.

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Banyule's Ready

We cannot fund all of the infrastructure and programs our community needs on our own. We advocate across all levels of government to secure the funding and influence the policies our community needs to thrive. We will be tracking any election commitments that specifically relate to Banyule and align with our priorities.

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