News and media releases
Get to know the issues facing local government by reading our recent news items.
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A great day to #lovekinder
Life can be unpredictable even when you’re four years old, so the announcement of a more-sustainable state and federal preschool funding agreement is wonderful newsChildren and families; Early years; Media releases; News -
Why getting home safely matters to your council
Asset management is a fundamentally important issue for local government and local communities. Ensuring the road your drive to get to and from home isMedia releases; News; Transport -
Councils at the forefront of family violence prevention
Councils across Victoria can continue important work in the prevention of family violence with the release of the Free from Violence Local Government Program 2022-2025.Gender equality; Media releases; News -
Christmas at the MAV
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas, and the MAV is sharing the spirit of the season.News -
Transparency needed now and into the future
Community consultation has long been a key plank of Victoria’s planning system. It is an element of our system that is well-regarded nationally and internationally.COVID-19; Media releases; News; Planning and building -
Local councils: connecting community to Government
As the peak body for the local government in Victoria, MAV has watched with interest the reaction to the Mayor and council CEO wage data,Media releases; News -
Circular Economy Bill: Right destination, wrong path
One size will not fit all Victorians for recycling services. That’s the message from the Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) after the State Government’s CircularEnvironment; Media releases; News; Recycling -
Message from the MAV President
The UN Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Glasgow presents a critical opportunity for world leaders to come together to commit to meaningful action on climateClimate change; News -
Advanced Notice of Tender Liability Mutual Insurance Scheme Service Providers
MAV Insurance (Liability Mutual Insurance) will soon test the market to ensure value for money for members through an open and transparent tender process forInsurance; Procurement -
Regional Op Ed - Prepare for this summer and avoid a tragedy
The arrival of daylight savings, warmer weather and a vaccination-led easing of the COVID-19 public health restrictions means there is a lot to look forwardCOVID-19; News; Opinion Editorial; Public health