Yarra City Council is deeply saddened to learn of the sudden passing of national treasure, storyteller, award-winning actor, musician, potter and Aboriginal elder, Uncle Jack Charles.

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Yarra City Council will put infrastructure, inclusivity and the climate emergency front and centre at this year’s Victorian Election.

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We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. 

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From November 2022, parking meters in Yarra will accept payments by credit card and the Pay Stay app only. Coins will no longer be accepted. 

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The layout at last week’s Council Meeting was implemented at very short notice, in response to highly unique circumstances. 

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Take our survey to let us know what you thought of our Take Climate Action events and resources over the past year.

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Today is Wear It Purple Day, an opportunity to reflect and affirm the importance of safe, empowering and inclusive environments for rainbow young people.

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At Tuesday night’s Council Meeting, Council endorsed the City of Yarra Heritage Advisory Committee.

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We're looking for young people in Yarra who are passionate about youth issues and social justice to join our 2022/23 Yarra Youth Advocacy group.

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Yarra City Council has updated its governance rules following an extensive review and community consultation process. 

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A classic Carlton vs Collingwood match-up will launch the AFLW’s Season Seven on Thursday 25 August at Ikon Park in Carlton North’s Princes Park. 

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We have temporarily closed Burnley Golf Course until further notice due to wet course conditions. We will provide an update when we are able to reopen. We apologise for any inconvenience caused. 

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Yarra Leisure maintains its quality accreditation with AUSactive, becoming the first business group to complete the new maintaining accreditation requirements.

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Our Empower and Empower+ programs are now more accessible than ever, thanks to a partnership with AUSactive. We've joined AUSactive's program All ABILITIES (Australia Brings Inclusivity to Life, Through Innovation, Transformation In an Exercising Society).

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Yarra is committed to creating a community where people feel safe and respected and where diversity is celebrated.

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In October 2021, Yarra City Council announced it would create one of the first permanent parklet programs and supporting policy in Victoria.

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Changes to access at the Walmer Street Bridge in Abbotsford will be occurring from mid-August 2022. 

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The pavilion is the first example of a modular building method used at a sports facility in Yarra and provides local clubs and community with much-needed facilities. 

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We’re reviewing our Arts and Culture grants program to ensure it continues to be accessible, impactful and meet the needs of our diverse communities. We also want to make sure these grants continue to support the creative and social impact these exhibitions, events or programs can provide the wider Yarra community

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Yarra City Council is thrilled with the Victorian Government’s announcement to continue the Pride street party in the City of Yarra in 2023. 

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