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  • Installation view of the 2021 Bayside Acquisitive Art Prize finalist exhibition

    Last call for entries for the Bayside Acquisitive Art Prize

    Bayside Acquisitive Art Prize is a celebration of contemporary Australian painting - don't miss your opportunity to apply for one of Victoria’s major prizes for painting.

  • Aerial view of Gordon Crescent staircase leading down to beach

    New foreshore access staircase at Gordon Crescent

    An ambitious climb to deliver in Black Rock - a new foreshore access staircase at Gordon Crescent has been delivered ahead of time.

  • Kookaburra poking his head out of a tree

    Bayside bird watching - kookaburra spotted in Sandy

    A cheeky kookaburra peeks out from a chainsaw-carved hollow at Tjilatjirrin Reserve, Sandringham.

  • Bayside Local 2023 Opening Event

    Incredible display of local talent

    Crowds gathered at Bayside Gallery today for the official launch of the 2023 exhibition program, featuring an incredible display of local talent.

  • Cute cat sitting indoors on a white fluffy stool being fussed over by his owner.

    Cat curfew updates

    From 2023, during daylight savings, the Bayside cat curfew is between 9pm-6am and cats must be confined to their owner’s property. During non-daylight savings periods, cats must be confined to their owner’s property between 6pm-6am.

  • Realigning the Bay Trail in Sandringham

    Realigning the Bay Trail in Sandringham

    We’re realigning the Bay Trail at the Bay and Beach Road intersection in Sandringham to provide a safer route for bike and pedestrian traffic around the electrical substation.

  • Fernhill Road bike lane and passing car

    Have your say on safer riding through Sandringham

    We’re proposing to improve the bike path connecting Sandringham Train Station and Sandringham Family Leisure Centre.

  • panoramic view of wishart reserve with large grassed area and trees in the background

    Creating a paw-fect dog park

    We’re planning to upgrade the secure dedicated dog off-leash area in Hampton East to provide a more enriching exercise and training space.

  • Love Bayside, Eco button

    Make the switch to GreenPower

    Switching to 100% renewable energy through your electricity retailer is one of the quickest and easiest ways you can make a BIG impact.

  • Home Energy Expo official event banner.

    Home Energy Efficiency Expo

    Come join us for our free Home Energy Efficiency Expo!

  • Beautiful beachside scene with sailboats on the horizon.

    Australia Day in Bayside

    Bayside Mayor, Cr Hanna El Mouallem said January 26 is a significant day for many Australians, while also recognising that it is not a day of celebration for many First Nations peoples.

  • 8 member of Bayside's Youth Advisory Committe smiling in front of graffiti that reads 'Peterson Youth Centre'

    Volunteers needed now

    We have a range of volunteering opportunities currently available, featuring opportunities with Bayside City Council and community organisations.