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Census sheds light on profile of Victorian local leaders
The Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) has released the results of the 2017 MAV Councillor Census.Media releases; News; Professional development; Publications -
Kindergarten funding progress update
Whilst the extension of funding under the National Partnership for Universal Access to Early Childhood Education is secured until the end of 2019, MAV advocacyChildren and families; Early years; News -
MAV Technology awards councils for innovation
As part of the Municipal Association of Victoria’s (MAV) ‘Transformers’ Technology Conference in Geelong, councils were recognised for their innovation at the Technology Awards forEvents; Media releases; News; Technology -
MAV response: Local Government Bill Exposure Draft
The Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) response to the Local Government Bill exposure draft has welcomed many of the proposed reforms, but also raised aGovernance; Local Government Act 1989; Media releases; News -
Finalists announced for MAV Technology Awards for Excellence
A full list of finalists for the MAV Technology Awards for Excellence has been announced.Events; News; Technology -
Statement on City of Melbourne report findings
Cr Mary Lalios, President of the Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) said the City of Melbourne report findings against the former Lord Mayor have highlightedGender equality; Governance; Media releases; News -
Recycling support package welcomed
The Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) has welcomed a $13 million support package from the Victorian Government to help cover new fees set by localEnvironment; Media releases; News; Recycling -
Council Careers Victoria launched
Our Council Careers Victoria platform is now live on LinkedIn with 21 councils already connected and more than 100 jobs listed – and a furtherNews; Professional development -
Recycling storm to have costs of living impacts
The Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) is warning that China’s ban on certain types of recycling material could see all Victorians facing a rate increaseEnvironment; Media releases; News; Recycling -
Celebrate library lovers' day: A love story like no other
This Valentine’s Day, treat yourself to a true labour of love – head to your local library for a blind date with a book, orEvents; Libraries; Media releases; News