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

17 July 2026

Lighting up Lord Reserve

We’re creating more opportunities for local clubs, players and families to train, play and connect after dark.

01 July 2026

Glen Eira sets advocacy agenda as city grows

Securing the investment that will keep Glen Eira thriving as we grow.

30 June 2026

Glen Eira heads to Canberra

We took community priorities to the national stage at the Australian Local Government Association National General Assembly.

22 June 2026

Packer Park Pavilion opening

Our new cycling pavilion at Packer Park in Carnegie provides local cyclists with a modern and accessible space to ride, train and connect with others.

15 June 2026

Mackie Road Reserve dog park

A new off-leash dog park is taking shape at Mackie Road Reserve in Bentleigh East, creating more opportunities for dogs and their owners to exercise, socialise and enjoy the outdoors close to home.

11 June 2026

Sharing local impacts and recommendations to the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion

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14 April 2026

Victorian State election priorities

Street scene in Bentleigh showing pedestrians crossing at a signalised intersection, with shops and cafés along Centre Road and cars stopped at the traffic lights.

With the State election approaching in November, we are making sure our community’s priorities are front and centre.

25 February 2026

Applying for a rate cap variation

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To support long-term financial sustainability and continue delivering essential community services, Council is proposing a one‑year 2.25 per cent rate cap variation for 2026–27.

16 February 2026

Funding announced to upgrade East Boundary Road Traffic School

A major step forward in revitalising a much-loved local facility for Glen Eira families.

31 October 2025

Glen Eira sets bold advocacy agenda for 2025–2026

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We’re here to represent community voices and deliver services that support everyday life — from parks and libraries to maternal health, waste collection and support for our youngest and oldest residents. But we can’t do it alone.

29 October 2025

Glen Eira Council Financial Plan signals a need for action: “We can’t keep doing things the same way”

Glen Eira City Council has updated its long-term Financial Plan — a milestone that marks a shift in how Council tackles its financial future and the choices ahead.

04 July 2025

Statement from Mayor Simone Zmood on 10–16 Selwyn Street, Elsternwick

The Victorian Government’s decision to approve the development at 10–16 Selwyn Street with increased tower heights and without any commitment to ongoing community involvement is a setback for the Elsternwick community.