News and media releases
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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.COVID-19; Emergency management; Media releases; News; Public health -
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 byCOVID-19; 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 JoshCOVID-19; Media releases; News -
Diversity on the up in Victorian councils
The Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) extends its congratulations to all of the successful candidates in the 2020 council elections.Gender equality; Local Government Elections; News -
Collection network critical to container deposit scheme success
The Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) welcomes the release of the Victorian Government’s discussion paper on the design of the container deposit scheme.Environment; News; Recycling -
Councils welcome temporary changes to state planning laws
The Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) welcomes the Victorian Government’s decision to provide exemptions in the planning system to facilitate outdoor dining across the state.Media releases; News; Planning and building -
MAV Technology Awards for Excellence 2020 winners announced
The MAV Technology Awards for Excellence recognise outstanding team and individual efforts in the use of technology to improve service delivery and efficiency to localEvents; Media releases; News; Technology