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Car share plan will tackle congestion, boost sustainability
18 December 2019
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Yarra Council has finalised details of how car sharing will be expanded to reduce traffic congestion and increase sustainable transport options for locals and visitors to our city.
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Holiday bin collection and customer service changes
17 December 2019
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We will be operating some of our services on adjusted timetables during the holiday period.
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25 years on – Fitzroy Save Our Pool Campaign
16 December 2019
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Back in October 1994, the Fitzroy Swimming Pool faced an uncertain future when it was tackling with plans to close and demolish the facility.
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6 tips to make your festive season zero waste
15 December 2019
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During the holiday season it’s easy to get caught up in a frenzy of … stuff! Whether it’s prepping for holiday parties, decorating our homes, or finding gifts.
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PTV Route 96 tram upgrade on Nicholson Street
12 December 2019
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Public Transport Victoria (PTV) and Yarra Trams are closing Nicholson Street (between Johnston Street and Barkly Street) in January 2020 to build six new accessible tram stops and replace overhead wires and tracks.
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Enjoy a family friendly new year in Yarra
12 December 2019
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We’re encouraging safe and family-friendly celebrations in our parks and gardens this New Year’s Eve. All Yarra’s parks and gardens will be open to the public, but there will be zero tolerance for anti-social behaviour.
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Christmas and New Years hours 2019
11 December 2019
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Over the Christmas and New Year period, some of our hours will be different.
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Collingwood Town Hall installation by Sam Yong
10 December 2019
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Yarra City Council has commissioned local artist Sam Yong to bring the festive spirit to Collingwood Town Hall through an Australian flora-themed temporary installation.
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Summer is coming...and reading just got competitive
10 December 2019
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Calling all avid readers: join the quest to win the Game of Loans this summer.
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2019/20 Christmas and New Year Opening Hours
09 December 2019
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Yarra Libraries Christmas & New Year Opening Hours
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Yarra's Climate Emergency Plan: taking urgent action now
09 December 2019
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Yarra Council is calling on residents, community organisations and businesses and to have their say on its draft Climate Emergency Plan.
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Yarra Council explores options for ebikes
08 December 2019
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Yarra is working with other inner city councils to manage the potential introduction of dockless electric bikes (e-bikes).
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Congratulations to our Community Award winners for 2019
29 November 2019
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Last night we announced the winners of the 2019 Yarra Community Awards, where we celebrated the everyday heroes doing fantastic work in our community.
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New Mayor for Yarra
29 November 2019
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We're serious about cleaning up
27 November 2019
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We're serious about cracking down on illegal bill-posting in Yarra.
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Keep cool and safe this summer
24 November 2019
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Summer in Yarra can bring extremely high temperatures for prolonged periods which can put your health at risk if you don’t have an effective heatwave plan.
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UPDATE ON RIVERBANK ACCESS AT ALPHINGTON PAPER MILL SITE
24 November 2019
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A temporary pathway has been created that provides safe community access to the riverbank through the Glenvill construction site.
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Major Events Expressions of Interest Now Open
24 November 2019
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Expressions of Interest to hold a major event in the City of Yarra from June – December 2020 are now open.
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Yarra trial recognised as leading the way in kerbside recycling
22 November 2019
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Yarra City Council has received a $400,000 grant from the State Government today to expand the kerbside recycling trial, in a bid to develop a more sustainable approach to managing waste that recovers valuable resources and reduces waste going to landfill.
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Shaping the future of Cremorne
19 November 2019
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Do you live in or love Cremorne? Help us shape its future.
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