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Find out about the activities of Victorian councils.

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Vote for Vic

As the Victorian member of the Australian Local Government Association, the MAV supports the national priorities for local government to pursue as part of the 2022 federal election.

  • Economic recovery

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  • Building Resilience

  • Circular Economy

  • Intergovernmental Relations

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All you need to know about standing for council.

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Find information and contacts for Victorian councils.

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What councils do

Local government enables the economic, social and cultural development of the municipal area it represents, supports individuals and groups, and provides a wide range of services for the wellbeing of the local community.

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    • Rate capping
    • Cost pressures
  • Why councils exist

Work for council

With 79 councils across Victoria, local government is one of the biggest and most diverse sectors to work in. If you're passionate about your community, local government jobs offer you the opportunity to help shape its future.

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Economic Recovery

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Transport and Community Infrastructure

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Building Resilience

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Circular Economy

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Intergovernmental Relations

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What councils do

Local government enables the economic, social and cultural development of the municipal area it represents, supports individuals and groups, and provides a wide range of services for the wellbeing of the local community.
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Work for council

With 79 councils across Victoria, local government is one of the biggest and most diverse sectors to work in. If you're passionate about your community, local government jobs offer you the opportunity to help shape its future.
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Spotlight On ...

This page hosts a number of case studies about council initiatives and innovative ways they deliver services to their community.
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