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 between 10am and 2:30pm. 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
All Darebin Libraries branches will be closed on Thursday 30 July between 10am and 2.30pm.
Normal opening hours will resume after 2.30pm on Thursday. Programs and events on Thursday morning have been cancelled.
Northcote Library
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 Northcote Library.
Storytime and Baby Rhyme time programs are cancelled.
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 2.30pm. Normal opening hours will resume after 2.30pm. 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.