News and media releases

Get to know the issues facing local government by reading our recent news items.

11 November 2021

Circular Economy Bill: Right destination, wrong path

One size will not fit all Victorians for recycling services. That’s the message from the Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) after the State Government’s Circular

Environment; Media releases; News; Recycling
29 October 2021

Message from the MAV President

The UN Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Glasgow presents a critical opportunity for world leaders to come together to commit to meaningful action on climate

Climate change; News
20 October 2021

Advanced Notice of Tender Liability Mutual Insurance Scheme Service Providers

MAV Insurance (Liability Mutual Insurance) will soon test the market to ensure value for money for members through an open and transparent tender process for

Insurance; Procurement
16 October 2021

Regional Op Ed - Prepare for this summer and avoid a tragedy

The arrival of daylight savings, warmer weather and a vaccination-led easing of the COVID-19 public health restrictions means there is a lot to look forward

COVID-19; News; Opinion Editorial; Public health
15 October 2021

Engagement with councils on emergency management is vital

The public release of the second phase report from the Inspector-General for Emergency Management’s (IGEM) independent inquiry into the 2019-20 Victorian fire season has been

Emergency management; Media releases; News
30 September 2021

Call for councils and communities to tackle ageism

The Municipal Association of Victoria is supporting a state-wide campaign to reduce ageism in our community.

Ageing; News
14 September 2021

Regional Op Ed - Everyone benefits from everyone having a home

Council involvement in the Victorian Government’s $5.3 billion Big Housing Build is a no-brainer.

News; Opinion Editorial; Social housing
20 August 2021

Councils keen on role to assist infrastructure plan delivery

Plans for infrastructure that improves social equity and connectedness and protects natural resources, as outlined in Infrastructure Victoria’s Infrastructure Strategy 2021 – 2051, are welcomed

Infrastructure; Media releases; News
12 August 2021

Regional Op Ed - Tackling Ageism in our communities

Ageism may not be a word you are familiar with, but it does impact people of all ages within our communities, particularly older people and

Ageing; Media releases; News; Opinion Editorial
12 July 2021

Regional Op Ed - Holistic, long-term approach to road safety is needed

These school holidays have been a great opportunity to take a winter break.

Media releases; News; Opinion Editorial; Transport

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