Council projects, initiatives and advocacy
Find capital works updates, as well as current projects, strategies and advocacy actions.
Information on capital works projects in Yarra, including improvements to roads, footpaths, buildings and drainage systems.
Current projects
Alphington Paper Mill
Alphington Paper Mill is being transformed into a new residential precinct with shops, offices, open spaces and community facilities.
Activity centre planning
Activity centre planning helps ensure growth is well managed and the character of the centre is maintained.
Fitzroy Gasworks site redevelopment
The historic industrial site will become a new neighbourhood with affordable homes and open space. View the Victorian Government's vision and current works.
Heidelberg Road Local Area Plan
Heidelberg Rd forms the boundary between Yarra and City of Darebin. The Heidelberg Road Local Area Plan and Built Form Framework guide future development.
Liveable Yarra Project
Information on the Liveable Yarra Project looking at community consultation on the challenges and opportunities brought by growth and change in the City of Yarra.
Yarra River corridor strategy
The Yarra River is a major parkland, biodiversity and recreation corridor and critical to the City of Yarra. Learn how the Yarra Strategic Plan is helping protect it.
Find out more about how we advocate for the benefit of our community and learn about shared advocacy projects.