Local government elections will be held across Victoria on Saturday 24 October 2020. For the first time, voting will be conducted entirely by postal ballot across the State.

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Yarra has delivered a budget that focuses on supporting residents during COVID-19 while delivering essential community services.

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Following the introduction of Stage 4 coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions by the Victorian Government on Sunday 2 August 2020, we’ve had to make more changes to some of our services. 

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This Homelessness Week (2 to 8 August) we want to shine a light on this incredibly important issue that affects thousands of people in Australia.

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Tighter Stage 4 restrictions are now in place to curb the spread of COVID-19 in Melbourne.

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In line with the introduction of Stage 4 restrictions across Metropolitan Melbourne, Burnley Golf Course will be closed until further notice.

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PTV and Yarra Trams are renewing the tracks and overhead network on Victoria Street, between Church St and Burnley St, which is in critical need of replacement.

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Its now mandatory for people in Melbourne and Mitchell Shire to wear a face mask or covering. Find out how to wear them and where to get them.

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Explore the Collingwood Town Hall (virtually) through Open House Melbourne 2020.

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All residents with symptoms are encouraged to get tested for COVID-19. Find out where you can be tested. 

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The Department of Health and Human Services is providing COVID-19 testing at our public housing estates with support from Yarra Council. Face masks are being provided to housing estate residents, and Yarra has also been supporting these residents with fresh food, hygiene products, books and other items.

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The Ewing Trust and Yarra Libraries are proud to announce the Ewing Trust Writers' Prize - Seniors Edition! The prize will be open to all unpublished writers aged 60 years or over, who have a connection to Fitzroy through living, working, learning or writing.

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Yarra has awarded more than $410K worth of quick-response funding to 106 local small businesses, providing support to our business community as they face the significant challenges caused by COVID-19.

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COVID-19 testing stations are now open at North Richmond and Fitzroy housing estates.

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As Melbourne enters stage 3 COVID-19 restrictions, Yarra Council is calling on the State Government to provide more support for the residents of Yarra’s 12 high rise towers.

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As we return to stage 3 coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions, we've compiled a list of resources to help you and your community through this time. 

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In line with the Victorian Government’s decision to reintroduce Stage 3 Stay at Home restrictions across metropolitan Melbourne, we are closing our leisure centres once again, although Burnley Golf Course will remain open.

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Yarra Mayor Cr Misha Coleman said Yarra is calling on the Premier and relevant Ministers to work with councils in planning for future lockdowns.

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Last year we asked you to tell us how you think we can best support businesses in Yarra.

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Following the Victorian Government’s announcement  about the reinstatement of Stage 3 restrictions, we will need to make some changes to many of our services. We'll publish more information on any service changes as soon as possible and will continue to keep you updated about impacts to our services as we know more. 

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