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An update on housing growth in Fitzroy North and Nicholls Ward. We have lots of new apartments being planned and built as part of the Yarra Council strategy that encourages building on appropriate sites. There are over 1500 that I know of with the majority in the Gasworks site where the Wurun Senior School and…
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Yarra Council is doing our part to mitigate climate change. We’re investing in ACTIONS not WORDS. Our actions are funded in the 2026 Budget voted in by myself, Mayor Stephen Jolly, Deputy Mayor Sarah McKenzie, Cr Meca Ho, Cr Sharon Harrison, Cr Eva Aston and Cr Andrew Davies. We will: • Increase tree canopy and…
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Wednesday 6pm 3 September @ Bargoonga Nganjin (North Fitzroy) Library. Lots to talk about. • Changes in Edinburgh Gardens • Laneway behind Piedimontes Supermarket • New State Government Levies • Bike safety on Scotchmer St • New apartments at Gasworks • Parking strategy • On-street EV Charging Trial • New Planning Rules • Next stage…
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We’re trying to make Scotchmer St safer for cyclists by adding safety features at the intersection with St Georges Rd. Bikes will be separated from cars and will have a head start when the lights change. Please tell us what you think at the Have Your Say section on Council’s website. Email me on Kenneth.Gomez@yarracity.vic.gov.au…
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In Dec 2019, the previous Council removed over 70 parking spots in Elizabeth St Richmond (between Hoddle and Church Streets) to build a 12 month trial bike lane. Bike lanes are an important part of our transport mix but the needs of the local residents were ignored. No consultation was done. 6 years later, this…
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Councillor Meca Ho and myself were privileged this week to be able to serve meals at St Mary’s House of Welcome. We should always be ready to lend a helping hand … Councillor Ken Gomez
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The Brunswick Street Oval Project is moving ahead. Change is coming to a place we all love. But it’s for a good reason. It’s because we’re investing in our community. Councillor Ken Gomez
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If you’d like to know exactly what that plant or mushroom is … Councillor Ken Gomez
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Sometimes our Yarra Council staff go above and beyond … A good news story to brighten your day. Councillor Ken Gomez
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Yarra Council is putting on the Leaps and Bounds Festival from Thursday 24 July to Sunday 27 July. Live music will be showcased across Yarra’s pubs, cafes and bars. Many of us live in Yarra because we have so many venues that support live music. They need our help. Visit https://lbmf.com.au or do a search…