News and media releases
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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 -
Engagement with councils on emergency management is vital
The public release of the second phase report from the Inspector-General for Emergency Management’s (IGEM) independent inquiry into the 2019-20 Victorian fire season has beenEmergency management; Media releases; News -
Call for councils and communities to tackle ageism
The Municipal Association of Victoria is supporting a state-wide campaign to reduce ageism in our community.Ageing; News -
Regional Op Ed - Everyone benefits from everyone having a home
Council involvement in the Victorian Government’s $5.3 billion Big Housing Build is a no-brainer.News; Opinion Editorial; Social housing -
Councils keen on role to assist infrastructure plan delivery
Plans for infrastructure that improves social equity and connectedness and protects natural resources, as outlined in Infrastructure Victoria’s Infrastructure Strategy 2021 – 2051, are welcomedInfrastructure; Media releases; News -
Regional Op Ed - Tackling Ageism in our communities
Ageism may not be a word you are familiar with, but it does impact people of all ages within our communities, particularly older people andAgeing; Media releases; News; Opinion Editorial -
Regional Op Ed - Holistic, long-term approach to road safety is needed
These school holidays have been a great opportunity to take a winter break.Media releases; News; Opinion Editorial; Transport -
Regional Op Ed - Support for communities during COVID-19 restrictions
Victoria’s continuing response to the COVID-19 pandemic has provided challenges at many levels. The crisis continues to touch every corner of the State.COVID-19; Media releases; News; Opinion Editorial; Public health -
COVID-19 Update - 27 May 2021
In line with advice from the public health team, the MAV Office at 60 Collins Street, Melbourne, will be closed from 11.59pm today until 11.59pmCOVID-19; News; Public health -
Investment in mental health and jobs welcomed
A spotlight on mental health and jobs as the two key areas of investment in the 2021/22 Victorian Budget has been welcomed by the MunicipalMedia releases; News; Public health