News and media releases
Get to know the issues facing local government by reading our recent news items.
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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 -
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 forInsurance; Procurement -
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 forwardCOVID-19; News; Opinion Editorial; Public health -
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 beenEmergency management; Media releases; News -
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 -
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 -
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 welcomedInfrastructure; Media releases; News -
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 andAgeing; Media releases; News; Opinion Editorial -
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