Funding to support our community Published on 05 February 2026 Applications open on 23 February for Council’s 2026/27 annual grants program. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Community, Grants
New car park open in Ringwood Published on 04 February 2026 The car park at 1 Bedford Road is open. Tagged as: , Major projects
Constellations and magnetism: The secret GPS of Bogong moths Published on 04 February 2026 Each year, an extraordinary natural event unfolds quietly above us, the long-distance migration of the Bogong moth. These small, unassuming insects undertake an epic journey across Australia, guided by cues far more sophisticated than you’d expect. Tagged as: , Community, Environment
Honouring Maroondah’s inspirational citizens Published on 29 January 2026 Congratulations to this year’s Maroondah Australia Day Award recipients. Tagged as: , Children and young people, Honours & Celebration, Community, Events & Activities
Empty drink? Don’t bin it… basket it! Published on 19 January 2026 Baskets have been installed on public bins as part of a trial to help everyone do their bit for a cleaner community whilst offering a convenient way for others to collect 10c drink containers for a refund. Tagged as: , Waste and recycling
Statement from Mayor in response to the Bondi incident Published on 16 December 2025 Our thoughts are with the victims, their families and everyone affected, including the first responders and emergency services personnel. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Batteries don’t go in bins! Published on 11 December 2025 Did you know it has been illegal since 2019 to put batteries and items containing batteries in your kerbside bins? Tagged as: , Environment, Waste and recycling
How a professional organiser survived a year of 'Buy Nothing New' Published on 11 December 2025 Professional organiser Veronica Kennedy recently participated in the Buy Nothing New Challenge... for a full year! She shares her tips, what she learned, and what challenged her. Tagged as: , Waste and recycling
Celebrating Maroondah’s young people Published on 11 December 2025 Maroondah’s most inspiring young people have been recognised in the annual Maroondah Youth Awards. Tagged as: , Children and young people, Honours & Celebration, Community
Naomi Walsh named 2025 Bill Wilkins Volunteer of the Year Published on 11 December 2025 Naomi was recognised for more than 20 years of service to the Maroondah community. Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration, Community