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Latest news

Stay informed with the latest news and important announcements from within Glen Eira City Council and around the municipality.

For all media enquiries, email us at media@gleneira.vic.gov.au

02 November 2026

Special Council Meeting

In accordance with rule 17 of the Glen Eira City Council Governance Rules, a Special Council meeting of Glen Eira City Council will be held at 5.00pm on Tuesday 17 November 2026.

02 November 2026

Mackie Road Reserve Dog Park officially opens

Three people cut a ribbon at the opening of Mackie Road Reserve Dog Park, with one person holding a small dog.

Local dogs and their owners have a new place to run, play and connect in Bentleigh East.

27 October 2026

Advocating for Glen Eira across Victoria

Glen Eira MAV Delegate and Deputy Mayor Cr Li Zhang with MAV President Cr Jennifer Anderson at an event.

Last week, Glen Eira joined councils from across Victoria at the Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) State Council to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing local government.

12 October 2026

Championing Glen Eira’s priorities

Attendee reads Glen Eira City Council’s Bentleigh Electoral State Election Advocacy Priorities 2026 booklet during an event.

We’re making sure Glen Eira’s priorities are heard ahead of the Victorian state election.

07 October 2026

Annual Report showcases results for our community

A parks staff member and girl planting trees

We're proud to share that the 2025–2026 Annual Report was adopted at this week's Council Meeting.

05 October 2026

Rates SMS reminders

Hand using a smartphone with a notification bell and message icons displayed above the screen, representing digital alerts and reminders.

We are sending SMS reminders to help you keep track of your instalments and payments.

15 September 2026

H5 bird flu confirmed in Glen Eira

Graphic about H5 bird flu featuring a flying seabird. Text reads: “Avoid. Record. Report. How you can help support our wildlife.”

Agriculture Victoria has confirmed an H5 bird flu event involving a wild bird in Glen Eira.

09 September 2026

Changes to help keep EV chargers available

Public electric vehicle charging station beside a parked SUV, with a designated EV charging bay visible in the background.

Our public electric vehicle (EV) chargers will operate as a paid service from Thursday 1 October 2026. This will help keep the charging network reliable, available and sustainable for everyone who uses it.

04 September 2026

Have a great idea for your local area? We can help bring it to life

Do you have an idea for a project that could make your local neighbourhood more welcoming, creative or connected?

03 September 2026

Centre Road closure

Road roller used for roadworks and traffic management, with an operator seated inside the vehicle.

Centre Road will be closed in both directions between East Boundary Road and Moorabbin Hospital from 2am to 5pm Sunday 13 September (weather permitting).

02 September 2026

Strengthening safety, inclusion and social cohesion  

Cover of Glen Eira City Council’s Antisemitism Strategy 2026–2028, showing a person lighting a candle beside a menorah.

Everyone deserves to feel safe, respected and welcome in our community.

02 September 2026

New open space to ride, play and connect

Child riding a bicycle with training wheels on a park path while an adult stands nearby. Promotional graphic reads “Have your say – draft concepts” for a new open space to ride, play and connect.

We’re creating a welcoming, publicly accessible open space for everyone at the former East Boundary Road Traffic School site in Bentleigh East — and we want your feedback on the draft designs.