June 2020

• 12 June 2020 - Relief fund donations help community support

• 8 June 2020 - Fresh community grants program focused on pandemic recovery

• 5 June 2020 - Council staff deployed to support community service providers

May 2020

• 28 May 2020 - Library services

• 26 May 2020 - Family violence program supporting pets

• 26 May 2020 - Scraps to soil – food recycling starts soon

• 25 May 2020 - Sorry Day live event

• 25 May 2020 - Public Notice: Findon Road Extension, South Morang

• 22 May 2020 - Relief fund puts food on the table

• 20 May 2020 - Bike pump and repair station installed for cyclists

• 18 May 2020 - Thank you to our very special volunteers

• 15 May 2020 - Cleaning blitz for City of Whittlesea streets

• 13 May 2020 - Council seeks hundreds of workers under State initiative

• 13 May 2020 - Join us for IDAHOBIT

• 7 May 2020 - Works to improve two major intersections in full swing

• 7 May 2020 - Share your memories of Mcleans Road Kindergarten

• 7 May 2020 - Lalor streetscape improvements – stage two works starting soon

• 5 May 2020 - Takeover Melbourne calls on young people to tell their story

• 5 May 2020 - Council meeting today at 3pm

• 5 May 2020 - Win dinner on us!

• 4 May 2020 - Mill park leisure now opening summer 2020-21

• 4 May 2020 - Making composting and worm farming easy

• 4 May 2020 - Nature play in my backyard: free daily videos and great prizes

April 2020

• 24 April 2020 - Our Big Group Hug relief

• 23 April 2020 - Public notice - Special Council Meeting, 3pm 25 June 2020

• 20 April 2020 - Settlement reached with former-CEO

• 20 April 2020 - ANZAC Day with a difference

• 20 April 2020 - Celebrate our annual community festival online

• 20 April 2020 - Riders invited to share experiences

• 16 April 2020 - Draft Budget considers the times

• 14 April 2020 - Supporting our vulnerable community

• 9 April 2020 - Special Council Meeting - 16 April 2020

• 9 April 2020 - Adjourned Council Meeting - 15 April 2020

• 7 April 2020 - Supporting our community

• 3 April 2020 - Major facelift for Whittlesea Public Gardens

• 3 April 2020 - Help us name our new composting mascot

• 2 April 2020 - A message from Her Excellency the Governor of Victoria The Hon Linda Dessau AC

March 2020

• 30 March 2020 - City of Whittlesea mourns - Vale David Turnbull

• 30 March 2020 - We salute and farewell a true leader and friend, David Turnbull

• 29 March 2020 - Coronavirus update: playgrounds and skateparks closed

• 24 March 2020 - Coronavirus and Council services

• 24 March 2020 - Kids invited to write letters to isolated older residents

• 23 March 2020 - Administrator sworn in

• 20 March 2020 - Administrator appointed

• 19 March 2020 - Parliament dismisses the Council

• 17 March 2020 - Are you a rural landowner who wants to know more?

• 17 March 2020 - Event cancellations - COVID 19 precautions

• 16 March 2020 - Ban on large gatherings and events

• 13 March 2020 - City of Whittlesea Community Festival cancelled

• 12 March 2020 - Public Notice: Special Council Meeting Monday 16 March 2020

• 10 March 2020 - Grassy Eucalypt Woodland Reserve needs to be protected

• 6 March 2020 - Each for Equal - Celebrating International Women's Day

• 6 March 2020 - Adjourned Council Meeting Tuesday 10 March 2020

• 5 March 2020 - Looking for a perfect match

• 4 March 2020 - Adjourned Council Meeting Thursday 5 March 2020

• 3 March 2020 - Whittlesea City Council - Extraordinary Vacancy

• 3 March 2020 - What's happening with recycling?

February 2020

• 28 February 2020 - Our backyard community festival

• 27 February 2020 - Celebrating success - City of Whittlesea wins awards

• 27 February 2020 - Kinder applications open 1 March 2020

• 26 February 2020 - Public Notice: Proposed name for a new Community Centre 55 Macedon Parade, Wollert

• 26 February 2020 - Findon Road extension on the way

• 26 February 2020 - Shared path at Sycamore Reserve complete

• 25 February 2020 - Want to learn more about staying positive in the face of climate change?

• 20 February 2020 - Put on the gloves and lend a hand

• 20 February 2020 - Council appoints new Acting CEO

• 19 February 2020 - Welcome to our new look website

• 18 February 2020 - Road safety update - McLeans Road, Bundoora

• 18 February 2020 - Recycling right in the City of Whittlesea

• 17 February 2020 - City of Whittlesea leads smart cities pilot

• 17 February 2020 - Received a phone call? We want to know what you think

• 13 February 2020 - Thomastown streetscape works begin

• 13 February 2020 - Huskisson Recreation Reserve shared pathway

• 13 February 2020 - Food in your garden waste bin - coming soon

• 13 February 2020 - Special Council Meeting - Monday 17 February 2020

• 12 February 2020 - Have your say on the Mernda Aquatic and Indoor Sports Centre

• 10 February 2020 - Rates reminder

• 6 February 2020 - Local women needed for This Girl Can 2020

• 6 February 2020 - South Morang Farmers and Makers Market - February

• 6 February 2020 - Family Day Care educators needed

• 6 February 2020 - Change of date for special council meeting

• 3 February 2020 - Calling all waste busters!

• 3 February 2020 - Skate comp ollies into Epping

January 2020

• 31 January 2020 - Masons Road to be one-way from Monday 3 February 2020

• 30 January 2020 - Supporting women in sport: grants now open

• 29 January 2020 - Kindergartens throw open their doors

• 29 January 2020 - Funding win for local projects

• 28 January 2020 - Media statement from organisation

• 27 January 2020 - Local heroes thanked on Australia Day

• 22 January 2020 - View Council meetings live from 4 February 2020

• 21 January 2020 - Australia Day fireworks cancelled

• 6 January 2020 - How to donate to the bushfire appeal

December 2019

• 31 December 2019 - Sections of Plenty Gorge closed

• 23 December 2019 - Festive season changes to services

• 13 December 2019 - Councillor communication channels

• 13 December 2019 - Monitor appointed to City of Whittlesea

• 13 December 2019 - Recycling update - 13 December 2019

• 11 December 2019 - Public Notice: Adjourned Ordinary Council Meeting - 17 December 2019

• 11 December 2019 - Council parts ways with CEO Simon Overland

• 11 December 2019 - Statement from the Mayor

• 9 December 2019 - Keep gas bottles out of bins

• 6 December 2019 - Fire season started- get prepared

• 4 December 2019 - Getting to know your council

• 3 December 2019 - Artists respond to climate change for annual exhibition

• 3 December 2019 - Nominate your favourite crossing supervisor

• 3 December 2019 - New rules for pool and spa registration

November 2019

• 28 November 2019 - Christmas in the City of Whittlesea is for everyone

• 28 November 2019 - Special Council Meeting: Tuesday 3 December 2019

• 28 November 2019 - Activities to bring together children and older people

• 28 November 2019 - New park for community to gather, play and relax

• 23 November 2019 - Appointment of Acting Chief Executive Officer

• 21 November 2019 - Maternal and Child Health service cancellations

• 20 November 2019 - Statement from CEO Simon Overland

• 20 November 2019 - Cr Emilia Lisa Sterjova's Mayoral acceptance speech 2019

• 19 November 2019 - Who are you? Survey tells all

• 19 November 2019 - Club chosen for new Doreen soccer pitches

• 19 November 2019 - Last chance to nominate for Australia Day Awards

• 15 November 2019 - Youth take to the stage in free satirical show

• 13 November 2019 - Public Notice: Adjourned Ordinary Council Meeting Tuesday 19 November 2019

• 12 November 2019 - City of Whittlesea scoops the pool in state and national awards

• 11 November 2019 - Managing grass lengths in the City of Whittlesea

• 8 November 2019 - New mayor and deputy mayor elected

• 8 November 2019 - New committee to hear ideas and voices of youth

• 6 November 2019 - Whittlesea Swim Centre reopened for Summer

• 6 November 2019 - Get prepared and be safe this summer

• 6 November 2019 - Public Notice: Special Council Meeting 7 November 2019

October 2019

• 30 October 2019 - Wanting to go solar? Learn more at a free information session

• 30 October 2019 - Workshops to learn how to reduce waste

• 25 October 2019 - Have your say on City of Whittlesea representation review

• 11 October 2019 - Community events funding announced

• 4 October 2019 - Masons Road to be reduced to one-way

• 4 October 2019 - New partnership to build sports stadium

September 2019

• 25 September 2019 - Council supports families to walk, ride and scoot to school

• 16 September 2019 - Council applies for $8.125 million in State Government Fund

• 16 September 2019 - Recycle for free at Wollert Landfill

• 4 September 2019 - Mill Park Leisure Centre redevelopment in full swing

August 2019

• 21 August 2019 - Community development grants help create a better future for disadvantaged children

• 9 August 2019 - Funding welcome for unsafe intersections

• 7 August 2019 - Gambling losses increase by $1.4 million

• 6 August 2019 - Do you own livestock? Check your fences

July 2019

• 30 July 2019 - Notice of application of planning permit (Section 52 of the Planning and Environment Act 1987) - 17 The Stead, Wollert

• 30 July 2019 - Notice of application for planning permit (section 52 of the Planning and Environment Act 1987) - 30 Martin Close, South Morang

• 26 July 2019 - Work begins on new community centre in Wollert

• 19 July 2019 - What are your rates spent on?

• 11 July 2019 - Fresh Youth Theatre Workshops

• 5 July 2019 - Has your pet passed away or been surrendered?

• 5 July 2019 - Help shape the water future of our city

June 2019

• 26 June 2019 - Do you want to create a local outdoor community event but don't have the cash?

• 25 June 2019 - Rubbish dumpers warned after council issues fines

• 19 June 2019 - Planning goes digital - apply for a permit online

• 11 June 2019 - Subscribe to enews to stay up-to-date

• 6 June 2019 - Budget gives go-ahead to roads and sporting spend

• 6 June 2019 - Setting the steps to make the city a place for all

• 5 June 2019 - Planning for the future of aged care

May 2019

• 31 May 2019 - Win for homebuyers with sunset clause law changes

• 29 May 2019 - State Budget brings health and education wins for City of Whittlesea

• 24 May 2019 - Living with Kangaroos

• 16 May 2019 - Statement from the Mayor: Call to end delay on O'Herns Road project

• 15 May 2019 - Nominate now for 2020 Australia Day Awards

• 14 May 2019 - Statement from the Mayor: Financial performance

• 10 May 2019 - Council meeting transparency on the rise

• 7 May 2019 - Pet registration error

April 2019

• 30 April 2019 - New chapter for Mill Park Library

• 23 April 2019 - ANZAC Day bin collections

• 17 April 2019 - Federal Government needs to make train line reality for Wollert residents

• 15 April 2019 - Council seeks commitments from political parties ahead of federal election

• 12 April 2019 - Public Notice: Proposed Change of Road Name of Part of Vearings Road, Wollert

• 5 April 2019 - Supporting our local health professionals to work in the local community

• 5 April 2019 - Council welcomes first step for youth mental health

• 5 April 2019 - Council attracting 10,000 new jobs to growing municipality

March 2019

• 28 March 2019 - Walking school bus robot wins design challenge

• 28 March 2019 - Take your e-waste to a better place

• 28 March 2019 - Organisations demand better mental health services

• 27 March 2019 - Growing suburbs under spotlight on National Nightmare Commute Day

• 27 March 2019 - Northern Councils call for roads package

• 26 March 2019 - Council calls on Federal Government to stop delays on road project

• 19 March 2019 - Pet registration renewals out now

• 15 March 2019 - Federal Government urged to keep up with kindergarten

• 7 March 2019 - Catch up: Our community needs E6 freeway construction

• 1 March 2019 - What's happening at Mernda Town Centre?

• 1 March 2019 - Keep an eye out for copper thieves: residents urged

• 1 March 2019 - Celebrating gender equality on International Women’s Day

• 1 March 2019 - Thomastown students walk and ride to award win

• 1 March 2019 - Reimagined community festival returns to Lalor

February 2019

• 27 February 2019 - Public Notice: Notice of application for planning permit, lot 158 (NO.7) Collins Street, Thomastown

• 21 February 2019 - Council supports Clean Up Australia Day

• 19 February 2019 - Public Notice - Intent to declare a special rate Lalor Shopping Centre

January 2019

• 29 January 2019 - Australia Day awards pay tribute to community champions

November 2018

• 14 November 2018 - Summer fire restrictions now in place

• 2 November 2018 - Council working with police after attempted cable theft

• 2 November 2018 - New Mayor and Deputy announced

October 2018

• 15 October 2018 - Have your say on local biodiversity and go into the draw to win!

September 2018

• 13 September 2018 - Council calls for commitment to a liveable Whittlesea

• 13 September 2018 - Solar panel program saves money and emissions

• 13 September 2018 - Emergency services blessed before fire season begins

• 4 September 2018 - Respite home brings relief for local carers

August 2018

• 29 August 2018 - Results of the food act inspection services survey for 2017

• 28 August 2018 - Does your food business have the correct classification?

• 2 August 2018 - Missing road link now open in Epping

• 1 August 2018 - City of Whittlesea celebrates 40 years of Family Day Care

July 2018

• 31 July 2018 - New cricket nets bowls over players in Lalor

• 23 July 2018 - Mayors Unite for Pokies Reform

• 20 July 2018 - Work kicks off on Mill Park Leisure major redevelopment

• 20 July 2018 - Key agencies strive for 10,000 signatures

• 20 July 2018 - New signage to educate community about ducks

• 18 July 2018 - Federal Government funding changes to the Aged Care system

• 13 July 2018 - Joint funding for Cookes Road intersection upgrade

• 11 July 2018 - Council joins call for poker machine reform

June 2018

• 15 June 2018 - New technology gives sports grounds night advantage

• 8 June 2018 - Making the outer suburbs an even better place to live

• 4 June 2018 - Community Dance Project brings neighbours together

• 4 June 2018 - Get to know your neighbours and receive a $50 voucher!

• 1 June 2018 - Redevelopment of Mill Park Leisure Centre

May 2018

• 31 May 2018 - New park delights residents in Whittlesea Township

• 29 May 2018 - Food producers showcase their products to Chinese delegation

• 15 May 2018 - Community groups invited to SOW the seed of sustainability

• 3 May 2018 - City of Whittlesea applauds recommitment to Growing Suburbs Fund

• 2 May 2018 - Praise for Friends of Westgarthtown as historic farm gets museum accreditation

• 2 May 2018 - Roads, schools and community infrastructure delivered in State Budget win for City of Whittlesea

April 2018

• 30 April 2018 - Roads, roads and more roads in State Budget win for City of Whittlesea

• 19 April 2018 - History, Heritage and Archaeology

• 18 April 2018 - Sculpture finds its new home at Bubup Wilam

• 18 April 2018 - FAST TRACK show cases young talent

• 13 April 2018 - Whittlesea 2040 talks to the star musicians, dancers and actors of the future.

• 13 April 2018 - Laurimar Community Centre reopens after fire

• 10 April 2018 - Meet people, have fun and share new skills during term two at Mernda Community House

• 10 April 2018 - Work set to begin on new Thomastown Sports Pavilion

March 2018

• 29 March 2018 - New primary and secondary schools for the City of Whittlesea

• 28 March 2018 - Road projects underway

• 27 March 2018 - Skate upgrade ollies in to Epping

• 27 March 2018 - Survey for local businesses

• 23 March 2018 - Parking at Council Offices during closure of Hurstbridge Rail Line

• 23 March 2018 - Have you received your 2018/19 Animal Registration Renewal notice?

• 22 March 2018 - What do you think your local area will look like in the year 2040?

• 21 March 2018 - Get active this April

• 16 March 2018 - Foodies show us your favourite hot spots and win

• 16 March 2018 - Easter explorer at Quarry Hills

• 16 March 2018 - Free dance workshop to learn dance spectacular

• 16 March 2018 - Taste bud tempters headline this year's Cultural Heritage Program

• 14 March 2018 - Autumn prescribed burning begins

February 2018

• 28 February 2018 - Helping refugees catch up on immunisation

• 20 February 2018 - Mernda Park Primary School students walk their way into cash and prizes

• 14 February 2018 - Event commemorates 10th anniversary of the Apology

• 9 February 2018 - Please do not feed the ducks

• 5 February 2018 - How can we help you get active?

• 2 February 2018 - Revamped community centre opens in Thomastown

• 1 February 2018 - Share your local dance story

January 2018

• 24 January 2018 - Waste collection update

• 24 January 2018 - A tale of two growing cities and the roads that won’t keep up

• 15 January 2018 - Heat health alert issued for 26, 27 and 28 January

• 12 January 2018 - Community Development Grants bring big hugs for vulnerable families

• 12 January 2018 - Council urges smokers to dispose of butts appropriately

December 2017

• 27 December 2017 - Celebrate the woman in your life - enter your photos to our exhibition

• 22 December 2017 - Funding boost for local projects

• 22 December 2017 - Waste collection hours extended

• 22 December 2017 - Community wins as VCAT says no to pokies at the Commercial Hotel

• 15 December 2017 - No violence this festive season

• 13 December 2017 - Stainless manufacturer wins business award

• 13 December 2017 - Maps help investigate agricultural potential

• 13 December 2017 - Survey reveals residents want E6 now

• 13 December 2017 - Keep your pets safe this holiday season

• 4 December 2017 - Libraries are full of mystery and magic

November 2017

• 30 November 2017 - Severe weather warning issued– heavy rain and thunderstorms expected

• 29 November 2017 - It's official, the City of Whittlesea is a Welcoming City

• 29 November 2017 - Students turn studies into pop-up business

• 29 November 2017 - Art scares off vandals

• 29 November 2017 - Found a dumped Coles shopping trolly?

• 23 November 2017 - Council says no to family violence

• 21 November 2017 - New community pavilion and soccer fields coming to Doreen

• 20 November 2017 - Joint statement from City of Whittlesea Mayor and CEO Yarra Plenty Regional Library

• 20 November 2017 - Success is brewing as second Chancez Cafe location is officially launched

• 14 November 2017 - Big investment in roads and public transport

• 1 November 2017 - Annual report highlights Council's achievements

October 2017

• 30 October 2017 - Council stands proud on the steps of parliament to say no to pokies

• 24 October 2017 - Now's the time to get fire ready

• 19 October 2017 - Thanks for being a part of our E6 survey

• 18 October 2017 - Thanks to our carers

• 13 October 2017 - 2017 Fire Action Week – start preparing for the summer season

• 11 October 2017 - Kids brighten up local park with mural

• 10 October 2017 - Residents urged to report dirt bikes in Quarry Hills

• 5 October 2017 - New pokies cap means more harm than good

• 4 October 2017 - Tom Joseph accepts new role as a North Ward Councillor

September 2017

• 28 September 2017 - Forum to discuss community safety

• 28 September 2017 - Remember to ring 000 for emergencies

• 27 September 2017 - Students develop creative responses to social issues

• 27 September 2017 - Road recognises alliance lobbying efforts

• 27 September 2017 - Young sports leaders donate equipment in leadership program

• 25 September 2017 - Community Activity Centre Annual General Meetings

• 20 September 2017 - Council asks the question - How would you use a road that runs from Bundoora to Beveridge?

• 18 September 2017 - Council funded for Aboriginal Maternal and Child Health Program

• 13 September 2017 - Send a message on national nightmare commute day

August 2017

• 15 August 2017 - Enjoy local produce at annual Agribusiness dinner

• 15 August 2017 - Free Meningococcal W vaccine for young people

• 10 August 2017 - New policy paves the way for CCTV

• 10 August 2017 - Findon Road intersection to get upgrade

• 10 August 2017 - Thomastown Community Fun Day

• 10 August 2017 - Share your ideas on Quarry Hills Regional Parkland

• 10 August 2017 - There's more to sport than footy and cricket

• 10 August 2017 - Council applies for $7.6m in State Government Fund

• 8 August 2017 - Work begins on Janefield Community Centre

• 8 August 2017 - Council awards more than $76,000 in grants to community groups

• 8 August 2017 - Road and transport plan to unlock congestion

• 2 August 2017 - Do you have unwanted household chemicals to get rid of?

July 2017

• 26 July 2017 - Mernda Town Centre news

• 26 July 2017 - Lights on for Whittlesea footballers

• 25 July 2017 - City of Whittlesea welcomes new crime fighting innovation

• 25 July 2017 - Groups off to a good start - new and emerging grants now open

• 20 July 2017 - Council appoints new CEO

• 20 July 2017 - Encouraging women in sport

• 13 July 2017 - Official opening of new early learning centre in Mernda

• 6 July 2017 - Council leads the way with new Reconciliation Plan

June 2017

• 28 June 2017 - Council calls on State to fund Edgars Road upgrade

• 27 June 2017 - Notice of application for planning permit - Danaher Drive, South Morang

• 23 June 2017 - Mernda Primary kids make their mark on local streets

• 19 June 2017 - Council to deliver new community dance project

• 14 June 2017 - South Morang players celebrate new pavilion

• 14 June 2017 - Celebrating multicultural small business

• 7 June 2017 - Council joins push for community funding

• 7 June 2017 - Council gets top marks in survey

May 2017

• 26 May 2017 - Excavator fined for breaching permit

• 17 May 2017 - Funding to fix dangerous roads

• 17 May 2017 - Bridge Inn Road works at Hansons Quarry

• 17 May 2017 - 2017 Community Satisfaction Survey - you may receive a phone call

• 10 May 2017 - New respite facility to be in South Morang

• 1 May 2017 - Army calling for green recruits

April 2017

• 26 April 2017 - Planning changes set to speed up process

• 18 April 2017 - Learn a new skill, make new friends during term two at Mernda Community House

• 12 April 2017 - Conservation reserve unveiled in former councillor's memory

• 11 April 2017 - Inviting ideas to improve travel for metro-Melbourne

March 2017

• 30 March 2017 - Council backs call to the lift the freeze

• 30 March 2017 - Kids lend a hand to design Thomastown play space

• 24 March 2017 - Help your pets find their way home

• 23 March 2017 - Help Improve Street Safety

• 16 March 2017 - Public Notice: Application for Planning Permit Lot 282 Derrick Street, Lalor

• 16 March 2017 - Public Notice: Application for Planning Permit Lot 131 Mackey Street, Lalor

• 9 March 2017 - Affordable fruit and vegetables come to Mernda

• 9 March 2017 - Innovative recycling solution launches