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    Help create real climate action in Yarra

    Do you have a great idea on how we can boost climate action in Yarra? The new Climate Action funding stream of Yarra’s 2021 Annual Grants will support projects from community groups or organisations that mobilise change in our community and encourage others to join our fight against the climate emergency. This new grants stream delivers on a commitment in our Climate Emergency Plan. Your chance to create change A total of $80,000 is available to the most innovative projects that can: • support the most vulnerable in our community to cope with climate impacts like extreme weather, energy and food insecurity • reduce carbon emissions • support local food systems • care for Yarra’s natural environment • avoid waste and encourage more conscious consumption • encourage people to use sustainable transport more • build stronger social connections that make Yarra more resilient to future stresses. Apply now The 2021 Annual Grants are now open, with applications closing Sunday 29 November 2020. Apply for a grant or view past examples of grant-funded projects.

  • It’s time to #GetVaxxedYarra

    It’s time to #getvaxxedyarra We’re way behind in COVID-19 vaccination rates here in Yarra. Only 60% of us are double-dosed, and 75% have had a first dose. Let’s change this together. It’s now easier than ever to get vaccinated. Visit one of the free and convenient pop-up clinics happening in your area this and next week. You don’t need to make a booking, but you can if you want to. Tuesday 19 and Wednesday 20 October 2021 10.30am to 4pm Drummond Street Services – 100 Drummond Street, Carlton Call 9663 6733 Friday 22 October 2021 1.30 to 4.30pm Headspace Collingwood – 16 Lulie St, Abbotsford Saturday 23 and Sunday 23 October 2021 Saturday: 8.30am to 5pm / Sunday: 10am to 6pm Richmond High School – 4 Griffiths Street, Richmond Monday 25 and Tuesday 26 October 2021 Collingwood Town Hall – Hoddle Street, Collingwood You can also get vaccinated at your local doctor (GP) or pharmacy, or one of the Victorian Government’s vaccination hubs. There are lots of bookings available – protect yourself and your community today. Do you have questions about vaccines? We recently held a community forum about COVID-19 vaccination. You can watch it here. [link to video] Social post There are lots of places to get your free COVID-19 vaccine this week. Protect yourself and your community by dropping in to one of the pop-ups below – no booking required. 👉 Tuesday 19 and Wednesday 20 October, 10.30am to 4pm Drummond Street Services – 100 Drummond Street, Carlton 👉 Friday 22 October, Time? Headspace Collingwood – 16 Lulie St, Abbotsford 👉 Saturday 23 and Sunday 23 October, Time? Richmond High School – 4 Griffiths Street, Richmond 👉 Monday 25 and Tuesday 26 October, Time? Collingwood Town Hall – Hoddle Street, Collingwood For more information visit coronavirus.vic.gov.au/vaccine
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    We're resuming some services

    We’re resuming some services Some of our centres and services are reopening, following the easing of COVID-19 restrictions in Victoria. We’re excited about welcoming you back to our buildings and facilities. As we take the health and wellbeing of our community very seriously, we’ve put new measures in place to ensure everyone stays safe. You need to provide proof of vaccination In line with Victorian Government requirements, all visitors to Council buildings will need to check in and provide proof that they are fully vaccinated, or a valid exemption. It is also a requirement that all staff working in Council buildings are fully vaccinated. You must check in upon entry Check in QR codes will be located at the entry to our buildings and all visitors will be asked by a COVID-safe marshall to check in and provide proof of vaccination before entering the building. Be kind Like everyone else, we are navigating our way through the easing of restrictions, so please choose kindness, compassion and understanding over the coming weeks. We look forward to welcoming you back and thank you for playing your part in keeping our community safe. Use our online services Did you know you can make payments, report issues and make requests online? Save the trip to one of our centres and use Online Services. And as always, if you’re feeling sick, please stay home and get a COVID-19 test. Upcoming service changes Customer service centres Yarra’s customer service centres will reopen from Thursday 4 November 2021, starting with Collingwood Town Hall at 8.30am. The service desk at Richmond Town Hall will open from 8.30am on Monday 8 November 2021. Our other customer service centres will remain closed until further notice. Yarra Libraries Our Yarra Libraries branches will reopen from 10am on Wednesday 3 November 2021. Visit Yarra Libraries for branch-specific details. Yarra Leisure centres The outdoor Fitzroy Swimming Pool reopened on Tuesday 26 October 2021. Visit Yarra Leisure Road to Reopen for the latest service updates. Yarra recycling centre Our recycling centre in Clifton Hill will reopen on Wednesday 3 November 2021. Other service updates There may be more changes to services as restrictions continue ease. Visit Service Changes for current information.