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. Some council services may be affected by the ASU’s strike. We will keep you informed as much as possible.
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.
We will keep you informed as much as possible.
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).
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.
Closed all day.
Closed between 5:00-8:00pm. The Extra Access induction session between 6.30-7.30pm is cancelled.