Council challenges one-size-fits-all planning reforms Published on 02 April 2025 The Victorian Government has introduced major planning reforms that could have significant and lasting impacts on Banyule neighbourhoods. The changes have been imposed across Victoria with minimal time to consult with councils or communities. Tagged as: , News
Bush Crew diaries April 2025 Published on 01 April 2025 The extensive network of bushland reserves and wildlife corridors in Banyule are jointly managed by our Bushland Management Unit, and various community groups. Tagged as: , News
Anzac Day services in Banyule Published on 20 March 2025 Find out when and where services are happening across Banyule on 19 April and 24-25 April. Tagged as: , News
Managing sediment for healthier waterways Published on 04 March 2025 Our water plan will remove 130 tonnes of sediment annually from ponds and wetlands to protect water quality in local rivers, including the Birrarung (Yarra) and its tributaries. However, accurately estimating sediment in ponds can be challenging. Tagged as: , News
Kinder re-opens in Ivanhoe East Published on 04 March 2025 We are excited to welcome children and families to the new Ivanhoe East Preschool for the first term of kinder this year. The Council-managed $3.6 million project was funded by the Victorian Government. Tagged as: , News
North East Link tree planting Published on 04 March 2025 The North East Link Project (NELP) has agreed to Council’s proposal for early planting of advanced trees as part of the project's tree replacement obligations. Tagged as: , News
Bellfield housing more than a home Published on 04 March 2025 Residents in the social housing development have grown deep roots since moving in a year ago. A year ago they were strangers moving into a new block of flats. Today, they are a close-knit community spanning several generations and with cultural traditions that traverse the globe. Tagged as: , News
WaterMarc wins $2.3M electrification grant Published on 03 March 2025 We have secured $2.3 million in Australian Government funding towards switching WaterMarc to 100% renewable energy. The grant from the Community Energy Upgrades Fund was announced by Minister for Climate Change and Energy, Chris Bowen and Jagajaga MP Kate Thwaites at WaterMarc on 20 February. Tagged as: , News
Bush Crew diaries March 2025 Published on 26 February 2025 An important part of protecting and enhancing biodiversity is to create habitat opportunities for the many indigenous animal species that use the natural environment as home. Tagged as: , News