A new chapter for our city 📖
The first council meeting of our new councillor group has arrived.
We’re excited to see new faces, conversations, debates – and great outcomes for Melbourne.
Details here:
History in the making 👏
@Nicholas_Reece has been sworn in as Lord Mayor of Melbourne, alongside a newly elected Council group.
In a historic ceremony at Town Hall today, the new group made a commitment to serve the people of the municipality for a four-year term.
How does a "scrappy country kid" go on to become Melburnian of the Year?
Social entrepreneur Rebecca Scott OAM shares her journey and the lightbulb moment that started it all.
Read the full story on Melbourne News 👉
#MelbourneAwards#
We’re still buzzing from #MelbourneAwards# last night 🤩
Huge congrats to the new Melburnian of the Year Rebecca Scott OAM, Young Melburnian of the Year Alex Dekker, and all the category winners!
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Rebecca Scott OAM has been named our 2024 Melburnian of the Year 👏
Her incredible work as Co-founder of STREAT has changed the lives of countless young people in Melbourne.
Congrats Rebecca, a well-deserved honour for an extraordinary leader!
#MelbourneAwards#
Congratulations to Alex Dekker, our Young Melburnian of the Year 🎉
Driven by purpose and passion, Alex started @AlexMakesMeals to help those facing food insecurity.
Let’s raise a glass to celebrate this inspiring young leader!
Let’s give it up for the next group of #MelbourneAwards# winners!
💡 Knowledge and Innovation – @orygenaus
🎭 Arts and Events – Blender Studios
🏙️ City Design – @LyonsArch
👥 Community – @LortSmith
Please join us in celebrating these incredible winners 🏆
Curtains up, lights on! 🌟
The stage is set for one of the biggest nights at Town Hall – the 2024 Melbourne Awards 🏆
Tonight we’re celebrating the leaders and legends of Melbourne who have made a huge impact on our community.
#MelbourneAwards#
Weekly Works Update 🏗️
📍 The annual Polish Festival is on this Sunday. Be mindful of bigger crowds in and around Fed Square.
📍 Remembrance Day is Monday 11 November. Expect larger crowds near the Shrine of Remembrance and on St Kilda Road.
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Some swan-derful news! 🦢
A black swan nest has been spotted on our floating wetlands near Yarra’s Edge, following two successful nests last year.
We’re egg-specting some fluffy cygnets by early December 🐣
Weekly Works Update 🏗️
📍 The Lygon Street Market returns Sunday 3 November. Expect bigger crowds near Argyle Square in Carlton
📍 Power utility works on Little Lonsdale Street, resulting in a road closure between Queen and Elizabeth Street
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Calling all parents and carers! We’ve launched a statewide survey about the Victorian Maternal Child Health Service to understand your experiences & how to better support your family. It only takes 5 mins to complete & ends on 17 Nov 24. Learn more:
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Happy Diwali! 🪔✨
We loved seeing @FedSquare light up for the Victorian Festival of Diwali over the weekend, bringing Melburnians together with a feast of entertainment and culture.
Wishing all who celebrate a bright and joyous day!