Darebin's new rainbow footpath Published on 28 September 2026 Council is installing a rainbow footpath in Preston as a symbol of celebration, inclusion and support of the LGBTIQA+ community. Tagged as: , News
Our Quarterly Performance Report for the final quarter of 2025-26 Published on 01 September 2026 How we’re tracking against Our Darebin Action Plan Actions and the projects and programs we’ve been working on over a three-month period. Tagged as: , News
Shopfront Improvement Program 2026 Published on 31 August 2026 The Shopfront Improvement Program aims to support businesses in Preston Central and Reservoir Activity Centre by providing funding for shopfront improvements. Tagged as: , Business, News, Opportunities, Programs
Council votes to conclude Darebin's e-scooter and e-bike trial Published on 26 August 2026 Council voted to conclude Darebin’s shared micromobility trial at the 25 August 2026 Council Meeting. The trial provided valuable insights into how shared e-bikes and e-scooters were used in Darebin and helped us to understand the opportunities and challenges of shared micromobility. Tagged as: , Bike, News
H5 Avian flu update: What Darebin residents need to know Published on 19 August 2026 Darebin City Council is monitoring reports of the H5 strain of high pathogenicity avian influenza (H5 bird flu) following recent detections in Victoria. Tagged as: , News
Our Local Shopping Strips Published on 07 August 2026 Have your say on the future of Reservoir Village, Preston Central, Northcote Rise and Fairfield Village. Share your ideas and go in the draw to win a $100 shopping voucher. Engagement closes 14 September. Tagged as: , Business, Consultation, Improvements, News
Planned Industrial Action: Thursday 30 July Published on 29 July 2026 The Australian Services Union (ASU) has notified Darebin City Council that it’s members may participate in a four-hour stoppage between 10am and 2pm on Thursday 30 July. Tagged as: , News
Council condemns offensive behaviour Published on 24 July 2026 Darebin City Council condemns the behaviour of a group of spectators at the South Melbourne FC versus Preston Lions FC match held at Lakeside Stadium on Saturday 18 July. Tagged as: , News
New playground at DR Atkinson Reserve in Reservoir Published on 30 June 2026 A new playground at DR Atkinson Reserve in Reservoir is now ready to be enjoyed by local families, with lots of different play options for diverse interests and age groups. Tagged as: , Activities, Budget, Building, Children, Families, Family Friendly, Improvements, News
Planned Industrial Action: Wednesday 17 June Published on 16 June 2026 The Australian Services Union has notified Darebin City Council and the other seven councils joined in multi-employer bargaining that they plan to take a 24-hour work stoppage (strike) on Wednesday 17 June. Tagged as: , News