Latest news and media releases
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COVID-19 Update
In line with the public health advice there will be a stage four lockdown in place from 11.59pm today for the next five days, untilCoronavirus, COVID19; News -
MAV President and regional Board members elections 2021
In accordance with the MAV Rules 2013, the elections for MAV President and the 12 regional Board members of the MAV Management Board are beingNews -
Plan ahead for sustained heat
It’s going to be hot and dry on Sunday and Monday. While it’s tempting to spend time outdoors, extreme heat can impact your health andEmergency management; News -
MAV Opinion Editorial - Staying on top of water safety this summer
January is usually the time many of us allocate for some much-needed respite, to enjoy catch-ups with family and friends and take the opportunity toNews; Opinion, Editorial -
Missed Opportunity to Reform the Victorian Local Government Rating System
The Victorian Government’s response to the Local Rating System Review has only gone some of the way to providing much-needed taxation reform, the Municipal AssociationMedia releases; News; Rates -
MAV Opinion Editorial - Working together to keep community safe
It goes without saying that 2020 has provided many challenges.Coronavirus, COVID19; Emergency management; Media releases; News -
International Day of People with a Disability
With 1 in 5 Victorians experiencing a disability, Victorian councils play a large role in advocating for, and supporting those, to have better access toDisability; Media releases; News -
Commitment to rebuild communities welcomed
The 2020/21 Victorian Budget’s strong focus on supporting communities and businesses, as they rebuild in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, has been welcomed byCoronavirus, COVID19; Media releases; News -
Victorians are encouraged to consider what respect means to them during the 16 Days of Activism
In 2020, the MAV is again supporting Respect Victoria to deliver its Respect Women: ‘Call It Out’ campaign from 25 November to 10 December toGender equality; Media releases; News -
Opportunity for increased participation by councils in recovery planning
Victoria’s re-opening and recovery, following the COVID-19 pandemic, will be the top priority of the Municipal Association of Victoria’s newly appointed interim President, Cr JoshMedia releases; News