Content components Victorian Government changes to planning The Victorian Government has introduced major changes to planning in Victoria to deliver its Housing Statement. Learn about these changes and our continuing attempts to shape positive change and housing growth to best support our community. Find out more Have your say Visit the consultation website Your Say Boroondara to take part in consultations. You can sign up to hear about other consultations that interest you. Cat containment curfew Glass recycling bins Election signage on Council-controlled land Fruit tree net swap Boroondara Sports Awards Boroondara Youth Awards Visit Your Say Boroondara to have your say What's on Backyard Biodiversity Project 2026 Event Occurrence: Thu 7 May 2026 – Sat 30 May 2026 Location: Hawthorn Arts Centre Price: Free Morning Music: The Deans of Soul Event Occurrence: 19 May 2026, 10:30 am Location: Hawthorn Arts Centre Price: $18 Energy efficiency for winter Event Occurrence: 20 May 2026, 7:00 pm Location: Delivered online via Zoom Price: Free Tai chi in Maranoa Botanic Gardens Event Occurrence: 23 May 2026, 9:00 am Location: Maranoa Botanic Gardens Price: Free See all events Book a space Browse through different spaces you can book or use the filters to find library meeting rooms, parks, sportsgrounds and gardens. Explore bookable spaces Latest news Fruitful result from summer net swap Thu 7 May 2026 Thanks to everyone who dropped off illegal netting as part of the net swap pilot program. The Victorian Government is now inviting feedback on the pilot via a short survey. Are You Safe At Home? Day 2026 Tue 5 May 2026 We all deserve to feel safe, valued and respected in our relationships. This May, help start the conversation to end family violence. Eastern Freeway disruptions – May 2026 Mon 4 May 2026 From 10 pm Friday 15 May to 5 am Monday 18 May, the Eastern Freeway will be closed in both directions between Bulleen Road and Tram Road. Let’s be clear – there’s a better way to recycle glass Mon 4 May 2026 We are one of 34 local councils calling on the Victorian Government to review the mandatory rollout of a costly 4th bin. See all news Sign up to receive the latest news and events in BoroondaraSubscribe to our newsletters
