Yarra City Council congratulates and welcomes its new Councillor, Michael Glynatsis. Cr Glynatsis was elected via a vote countback following the departure of former Councillor Gabrielle de Vietri.
The Victoria Street Lunar Festival returns on Sunday 5 February 2023. In true hawker-food style, the celebration will focus on the outdoor dining experience with footpath dining, food stalls and food trucks.
Yarra City Council will be acknowledging January 26 with respect and sensitivity. To recognise this day of survival and mourning, we encourage people to learn more about the Aboriginal history of Yarra and connect with local culture.
Yarra’s Climate Emergency Plan guides Council’s efforts towards zero-net emissions across the entire Yarra community by 2030. Since adopting our Climate Emergency Plan in 2020, 112 of the 119 actions in the plan are either completed or on track.
Richmond Recreation Centre will be closed from 3pm on Sunday 8 January, due to staff shortages. The venue will reopen at 6am on Monday 9 January. We encourage you to visit either Collingwood Leisure Centre or Fitzroy Swimming Pool which remain open.
The Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) has confirmed that a countback for the councillor vacancy in Yarra’s Langridge Ward will take place on Wednesday 18 January 2023.
Yarra City Council has facilitated a $10,000 donation to Foodbank Victoria after a generous pledge from US late night show Last Week Tonight with John Oliver.
Yarra Libraries wishes everyone a happy and safe festive season and New Year. We will be operating on reduced opening hours over the holiday period. Returns chutes will be available at all branches throughout the Christmas and New Year period and items can be renewed online.