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23 June 2022

Let’s fix building regulation, not handball responsibility

A focus on practical reforms and addressing workforce shortages is key to improving the safety of all Victorians in their homes.

Media releases; News; Planning and building
21 June 2022

Local government to "Xperience the Evolution"

Councils are uniquely placed to bring people together by leveraging the best in technology and there’s no better place to learn what’s hot in the

Media releases; News; Technology
15 June 2022

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

As many councils begin to change the way they deliver aged care throughout the community, they remain as passionate as ever about ensure positive ageing

Media releases; News
14 June 2022

Op Ed - A critical service for all new parents

“They don’t come with an instruction manual”It’s a somewhat ominous old saying for many new parents that is ringing in their ears as they take

Children and families; News; Opinion Editorial
9 June 2022

State arrives late to party, demands cake

Hardworking Councils across Victoria yesterday received a kick in the guts by the Andrews Government, which has once again shown itself to be big on

Elections; Media releases; News
4 May 2022

"Turning challenges into opportunities" - it's time for State Government to partner with councils

Victorian councils are likely to welcome the State Government’s pandemic repair plan but have identified the need for a more collaborative relationship between both tiers

Elections; Media releases; News
2 May 2022

Five Key Budget Asks from Local Government

In the handing down of its budget on 3 May, the Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) is calling on the Victorian Government to better recognise

Children and families; Climate change; Emergency management; Media releases; News
28 April 2022

Community deserves a voice

Many governmental decisions have a profound impact on communities. Therefore, it stands to reason that the level of government closest to community would have a

COVID-19; Elections; Media releases; News
20 April 2022

Circular economy requires national action

There’s plenty of garbage spoken throughout election campaigns, but not nearly enough focus on the circular economy. The Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) is hoping

Elections; Media releases; News; Recycling
14 April 2022

Don’t leave local communities behind

As Federal Election campaigning kicks off in earnest today, the Municipal Association of Victoria is reminding all parties and candidates not to leave local communities

Elections; Media releases; News

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