News and media releases
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MAV Opinion Editorial - Call to improve recycling and reduce litter
With the shift to takeaway dining, especially during lockdown last year, it seems a lot of the messaging about avoiding waste and using reusable cupsEnvironment; Opinion Editorial; Recycling -
MAV President and Management Board Elections 2021
The list of candidates, in ballot paper order, for the MAV President and Management Board elections is available on the Victorian Electoral Commission's MAV PresidentNews -
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, untilCOVID-19; News; Public health -
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.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