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

14 January 2026

Exploring Parking Together: what we heard and what happens next

Parking plays an important role in how our shopping strips work and how people spend time in them. As Glen Eira continues to grow, more people are visiting our activity centres — and that means parking is becoming more challenging, especially at peak times.

09 January 2026

Statement from Mayor Cr Dr Simone Zmood welcoming a Royal Commission

Statement from Mayor Cr Dr Simone Zmood welcoming a Royal Commission into antisemitism and social cohesion

Glen Eira City Council welcomes the Australian Government’s announcement of a Commonwealth Royal Commission into antisemitism and social cohesion. 

06 January 2026

Going Circular Program 

Going Circular Program 

Local Glen Eira businesses have taken part in our latest Going Circular training program.

24 December 2025

Victorian councils stand united against antisemitism and hate

Victorian councils stand united against antisemitism and hate

Yesterday, the Mayors of Glen Eira and Port Phillip met with the Mayor of Waverley to formally hand over Victoria’s Statement of Solidarity — a statement signed by most mayors across the state and endorsed by councils across Victoria.

18 December 2025

Councils Stand United Against Antisemitism

Councils Stand United Against Antisemitism

Glen Eira City Council is working with the City of Port Phillip, supported by the Municipal Association of Victoria, to bring Victorian Mayors together in a shared response to the tragic events at Bondi Beach. 

18 December 2025

Melbourne Water consultation on updated flood maps extended

Updated flood information for Glen Eira coming soon.

Melbourne Water is updating its flood maps to better reflect the risk of flooding across parts of Melbourne, including areas in Glen Eira.

17 December 2025

Council meeting snapshot for 16 December 2025

Glen Eira Town Hall

Council met on Tuesday 16 December 2025 and considered a range of important matters aimed at supporting Glen Eira’s growth, liveability and long-term sustainability. Below are some of the key decisions and discussions from the meeting.  

17 December 2025

Financial Sustainability Strategy

15 December 2025

An update from the Mayor on events in Bondi

14 December 2025

Statement from Glen Eira Mayor Cr Simone Zmood on events in Bondi

12 December 2025

Exploring Parking Together — Update

Council meeting to consider engagement findings and future parking management options

04 December 2025

New all abilities cricket pitch at Moorleigh Village

The upgraded space now features a purpose-built, accessible pitch — giving our all-abilities cricketers a safer, permanent home for matches and training.