News and media releases
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Rate cap sets benchmark for all in COVID recovery
By setting the 2022/23 rate cap at 1.75 per cent, the Victorian Government has set the benchmark for what all levels of government should beCOVID-19; Media releases; News; Rates -
Regional Op Ed - 2021 Year in Review
It goes without saying that 2021 has provided unprecedented challenge and social change.News; Opinion Editorial -
A great day to #lovekinder
Life can be unpredictable even when you’re four years old, so the announcement of a more-sustainable state and federal preschool funding agreement is wonderful newsChildren and families; Early years; Media releases; News -
Why getting home safely matters to your council
Asset management is a fundamentally important issue for local government and local communities. Ensuring the road your drive to get to and from home isMedia releases; News; Transport -
Councils at the forefront of family violence prevention
Councils across Victoria can continue important work in the prevention of family violence with the release of the Free from Violence Local Government Program 2022-2025.Gender equality; Media releases; News -
Christmas at the MAV
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas, and the MAV is sharing the spirit of the season.News -
Transparency needed now and into the future
Community consultation has long been a key plank of Victoria’s planning system. It is an element of our system that is well-regarded nationally and internationally.COVID-19; Media releases; News; Planning and building -
Local councils: connecting community to Government
As the peak body for the local government in Victoria, MAV has watched with interest the reaction to the Mayor and council CEO wage data,Media releases; News -
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 CircularEnvironment; Media releases; News; Recycling -
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 climateClimate change; News