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  • Approach to Council Chambers with view of stairs and blue sky behind

    New Bayside City Council elected

    New Bayside City Council elected. The seven Bayside City councillors for 2024 to 2028 were declared elected today by the Victorian Electoral Commission.

  • First World War memorial at Green Point

    We shall remember them

    At the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, we honour and remember all those who have served our country in times of conflict.

  • Image of plastic waste floating in the ocean, image of micro-plastics, image of deceased marine bird fill with plastic

    More EV fast chargers are coming to Bayside

    We’ve partnered with JOLT to provide electric vehicle (EV) fast chargers at 6 sites across Bayside at no cost to Council.

  • Rickets Point Beach, featuring seagulls in the shallow water.

    Melbourne Cup public holiday

    Council services and facilities will be closed for the Melbourne Cup public holiday on Tuesday 5 November.

  • An artist rendering of the new Hampton Pier.

    Hampton Pier rebuild update

    As the local Port Manager for Port Phillip Bay, Parks Victoria is leading the Hampton Pier redevelopment. The new Hampton Pier design reflects community and stakeholder aspirations.

  • Graphic on blue background showing a diverse community

    Join our community panel – nominations close soon

    We’re looking for 40 people to work ogether and help shape Council’s plans for the next four years.

  • Photos courtesy of @‌rising.melbourne.Ellen José, 'Reach out and touch – distance and time', First Peoples Melbourne Art Trams, RISING 2024. Photo: James Morgan.

    Trams honouring Ellen José artwork

    Trams honouring the artwork of Ellen José are currently on track around Melbourne as part of a collaboration with the Ellen José Memorial Foundation, Yarra Trams and the Rising Festival 2024.

  • Child filling up a green watering can from a black rain tank in a backyard.

    Stay water wise with Target 150

    Water is a precious resource, but the growing Melbourne population and effects of climate change are resulting in increased pressure on our water supplies. We are using more water than rainfall alone can replenish. Learn how you can become water efficient and reach Target 150.

  • Older man, with earbuds and exercise mobile phone arm strap,, standing outside drinking water from a bottle

    Beat the heat

    As the mercury rises, know the dangers of overheating and what to do to prevent it.

  • Golden doggo on the beach with his tongue out

    Summer beach restrictions for dogs

    Sun’s out, leashes on. From 1 November, summer restrictions for dogs on beaches are in place in Bayside.

  • A hand holding an air conditioner remote, with a reverse cycle air conditioner on a white wall in the background

    Smart ways to cool your home

    Stay safe in the summer heat by keeping your home cool and comfortable. Learn about how active and passive cooling can help.

  • Black Rock Beach at sunset

    Summer safe

    Bayside’s 17 kilometres of stunning foreshore and our beautiful parks and reserves are well utilised at this time of year as we soak up summer. We urge everyone to have fun out there but to do so safely, and to be aware of Local Laws around behaviour and the consumption of alcohol.