Environment
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A recycling revolution is coming! New glass bins will change the way we recycle in Yarra
From November we are introducing a new glass-only recycling bin. -
Protecting our parks over summer
Council has taken a number of steps to ensure the safe and respectful sharing of its public spaces, particularly over the warmer months.
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Community skills for climate action wrap-up
The Community Skills for Climate Action program, delivered by Yarra Council, in partnership with Moreland and Darebin Councils wrapped up recently. -
A search for platypus DNA in Merri Creek
Local citizen scientists have been using an exciting new technique to detect the presence of platypuses in our waterways. -
New electric vehicle chargers for Yarra
Electric vehicle (EV) charging is now easier and more convenient after 2 new fast-charging stations have been installed in converted parking bays at the Collingwood Library. These stations are publicly available for use by the whole community. -
Groundbreaking permeable pavement trial for Clifton Hill
We’re commencing an exciting new project through Sustainability Victoria’s Sustainable Infrastructure Fund and in partnership with the University of Melbourne, to trial a new, permeable pavement in Clifton Hill. -
Join our Environment Advisory Committee
Expressions of interest are now open for the Yarra Environment Advisory Committee 2022. Help shape our environmental policies and strategies. -
Council's vision for a sustainable Yarra
Last night, Council proposed exciting new changes to Yarra’s planning scheme to ensure future developments reduce their impacts on the environment. -
Got questions about the Recycling Revolution? Get answers by watching our Q&A session
Our Waste Minimisation team hosted a few online information sessions in September to give residents and businesses the chance to learn about how our recycling will change from Monday 23 November. -
Victoria's first ever inner urban community battery officially unveiled in Yarra
This World Environment Day (5 June), the Yarra Energy Foundation (YEF) will launch Victoria’s first-ever inner-urban community battery in Yarra. -
Your recycling questions, answered
Since introducing the purple bin for recycling glass in Yarra we’ve received a few questions on how (and why) our recycling has changed. -
National Recycling Week kicks off in Yarra
National Recycling Week is hosted by Planet Ark every year, and it’s a great time to get involved in local events that help us rethink our waste. -
Make your festive season zero-waste
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. -
Yarra, let's go 100% renewable
Join others in the Yarra community to create a city powered by 100% renewable energy. There are four main ways you can take action. -
World Environment Day 2023: Supporting community-led climate action in Yarra
Over the last year, Yarra City Council has supported 25 local climate, environment and sustainability projects totalling $110,000 in funding as part of its community grants program. -
Our recycling changes from 23 November. Get ready to join the revolution!
Now that Yarra has a purple-lidded bin for glass recycling, and we’re working with a local recycling processor, it’s time to get ready for our recycling to change. -
Have fun reducing food waste with Yarra's new Food Waste Challenge
Join our free online 12-week Food Waste Challenge to reduce avoidable food waste at home, save money and enter the prize draw. -
Yarra's award-winning Bush Kinder Program recognised with official visit this week
Yarra's award-winning Bush Kinder Program recognised with official visit this week -
We're upgrading Charles Evans Reserve
We're upgrading Charles Evans Reserve. Charles Evans Reserve needs a refresh to better serve the community in Cremorne. Tell us what you would like to see in the redesigned space.