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.   

Some council services may be affected by the ASU’s strike including waste collections and library services. 

It’s regrettable the Australian Services Union’s industrial action has affected our communities and customers. We will continue to negotiate in good faith with all unions representing our staff and we thank you for your patience. 

We apologise for any inconvenience and will keep you informed as much as possible.  

Service updates for Thursday 30 July

Customer Service

Customer Service Northcote and Reservoir will be closed all day today, opening as usual Friday, 31 July. Customer Service at Preston will be open as usual.

Bin collection and waste services

There are some disruptions to bin collections.

If your bins were missed today, please bring them back into your property and plan to put them out again on your next usual collection day.

Libraries

Some operating hours are affected on Thursday 30 July. Northcote Library open as normal, Preston Library will open from 1pm, Reservoir and Fairfield Libraries will open from 2.30pm. Normal opening hours will resume after 2.30pm on Thursday.

Northcote Library

Open as per normal hours from 10am to 8pm. The Council Customer Service counter at Northcote Library will be closed.

Greek Bilingual Storytime and Baby Rhyme time program will go ahead as normal.

Reservoir Library at Reservoir Community and Learning Centre

Closed Thursday 30 July between 10am and 2.30pm. Normal opening hours will resume after 2.30pm

This includes the Customer Service front counter at Reservoir Library and bookings in the Function room.

Fairfield Library at Fairfield Community Centre

Closed Thursday 30 July between 10am and 2.30pm. Normal opening hours will resume after 2.30pm.

Preston Library

Closed Thursday 30 July between 10am and 1pm. Normal opening hours will resume after 1pm. Justice of the Peace program at Preston Library is cancelled.

Family, Youth and Children Services

Most family and youth services will run as usual. Some appointments may be rescheduled. Responding officer will take calls, triage and respond to urgent service needs.

Toy Library will be closed all day.

Bundoora Park Farm

Bundoora Park Visitors Centre will be closed from 8.30am to 2pm, with all booked school programs cancelled.

Reservoir Leisure Centre

Fully open. Adjustments may be made to accommodate fewer staff.