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Artists reflect on change in annual art exhibition

Wednesday 20 January 2021

Artists across the City of Whittlesea have reflected on the changes brought on by COVID-19 to our community, our country and our planet for this year’s City of Whittlesea art exhibition, New Futures.

Tonight's Summer Series event has been cancelled

Friday 15 January 2021

Due to extremely wet weather, we’ve had to make the difficult decision to cancel tonight’s Summer Series event and screening of The Sapphires. The Summer Series picks up again next Friday night with The Merger.

Are you fire ready?

Thursday 14 January 2021

Fire Rescue Victoria has released videos on fire safety in languages other than English.

Peter Hopper Lake in Mill Park closed

Thursday 7 January 2021

Peter Hopper Lake at Redleap Reserve, Mill Park has been temporarily closed due to the poor water quality of the lake.

COVID-19 testing at Epping and Mernda

Wednesday 6 January 2021

COVID-19 testing is currently available at Northern Health - Northern Hospital, Epping and at DPV Health - Schrotters Road, Mernda.

Get creative, share a summer fun photo and win!

Thursday 31 December 2020

The summer school holidays are upon us and with more than a month off, it can be hard to keep children entertained. To encourage families to get creative and get out and about in the local area, we've come up with 10 fun ideas to try and is giving you the chance to win a family pass to one of our local swim centres.

Helping empower communities

Friday 18 December 2020

Community groups needing support with project management, organising an event or applying for a grant can download a how-to kit.

New road connection provides essential north-south link

Friday 18 December 2020

City of Whittlesea residents are celebrating the completion of the Edgars Road extension between Cooper Street and O'Herns Road in Epping.

Walking and cycling paths planned for Mill Park and South Morang

Friday 18 December 2020

Two new walking and cycling paths are being constructed in Mill Park and South Morang.

Student artworks bring Christmas cheer

Thursday 17 December 2020

Whittlesea Township has been embraced with the Christmas spirit thanks to an artistic partnership between City of Whittlesea, Whittlesea Secondary College and Whittlesea Lions Club.