Planned Industrial Action: Tuesday 5 May
Published on 04 May 2026
The Australian Services Union (ASU) has notified Darebin City Council and the other seven councils joined in multi-employer bargaining that they plan to take strike action on Tuesday 5 May coinciding with the State Government Budget announcement.
Some council services may be affected by the ASU’s strike including waste collections, library services and some of our Supported and Connected Living 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 will keep you informed as much as possible.
Service Updates for Tuesday 5 May:
Customer Service
The Preston Customer Service Centre at 274 Gower Street, Preston is open 8.30am–5pm.
Bin collection and waste services
Darebin Resource Recovery Centre (DRRC)
Closed all day.
Waste collection
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
Northcote Library
Closed all day. This includes the Customer Service front counter at Northcote Library.
Preschool Storytime, Toddler Time & Smudgies (Kids Art Club) is cancelled.
Community members with an immunisation session booked on Tuesday 5 May in the Meeting Room will be assisted with gaining access via the side entrance (between Your Community Health).
Reservoir Library at Reservoir Community and Learning Centre
Closed all day. This includes the Customer Service front counter at Reservoir Library.
The Winter Trivia Night event is cancelled.
Maternal and Child Health Nurse customers will access services via the dedicated back door.
Fairfield Library at Fairfield Community Centre
Closed all day.
Preston Library
Closed between 5:00-8:00pm. The Extra Access induction session between 6.30-7.30pm is cancelled.
Youth Services
Decibels Youth Music and Arts site located at Reservoir Community and Learning Centre is closed.