Multicultural World Environment Day unites Fawkner community
On Saturday 14 June, the Fawkner community came together in a vibrant celebration of different…
Have you seen our FOGO billboards around Merri-bek?
This winter we’re encouraging everyone in Merri-bek to make the most of their weekly food…
Zoe McMastersJune 19, 2025
Ride to school on a Bike Bus!
Merri-bek's Ride & Stride program is now supporting Bike Buses! We've got two new Bike…
Zoe McMastersJanuary 22, 2025
Ride & Stride’s first Biketober!
Over the last few years, our Ride & Stride program has worked with schools around…
Zoe McMastersDecember 16, 2024
Ride for free with our new E-bike Library
We’re excited to share with you our new Merri-bek E-Bike Library! It’s like a regular…
Zoe McMastersNovember 18, 2024
Empowering women in the north through bike riding
Wheel Sisters is an inspiring initiative funded by Merri-bek Council, designed to help women gain…
Zoe McMastersAugust 21, 2024
More women & gender diverse residents in Merri-bek building bike skills & confidence
We know that women and gender diverse people often face increased and intersectional barriers to…
Zoe McMastersJune 3, 2024
Merri-bek City Council secures grant to explore potential Neighbourhood Battery sites in renewable power push
Merri-bek City Council has recently been awarded a $200,000 grant as part of the State…
Zoe McMastersOctober 9, 2023
Draught-proofing for renters workshop
Are you a renter? Come along to this workshop to learn how you can draught-proof…
Zoe McMastersOctober 2, 2023
Inclusive bike skills sessions for women and non-binary residents in Merri-bek
Bike riding is not just about the wind in your hair and the thrill of…
Zoe McMastersSeptember 13, 2023
Tips to reduce your fashion waste
We love fashion for the beauty, style, and creativity. But hidden behind the glitz and…
Zoe McMastersJuly 28, 2023
Our Term 2 Ride & Stride wrap up!
Term 2 has been busy for our 6 Ride & Stride schools. The crisp winter…
Zoe McMastersJune 19, 2023
Merri-bek City Council staff switch up their commute with e-bikes
In May 2023, 18 Merri-bek City Council staff trialled e-bikes for a cheaper, healthier, and…
Zoe McMastersJune 7, 2023
Ride & Stride welcomes 6 new schools
Earlier this month, we welcomed 6 new Ride & Stride schools for 2023. We are…
Zoe McMastersApril 18, 2023
Neighbours United for Climate Action celebrates Community Climate Action Series
Neighbours United for Climate Action (NUCA) is Merri-bek and Darebin-based community group that is all about…
Zoe McMastersFebruary 1, 2023
A new 4-bin waste service is coming to Merri-bek in July 2023
There will be changes to the number of bins you have, the size of your…
Zoe McMastersJanuary 27, 2023
Open Streets: Creating safer and healthier school runs
Through Ride & Stride, we aim to get more kids riding, striding and scooting to…
Zoe McMastersJanuary 25, 2023
Bring Your Bills Day
Are you confused about rising energy bills? Unsure how to reduce your energy costs? Want…
Zoe McMastersJanuary 5, 2023
Primary students get ready to ride & stride into high school
We know many local primary school families love riding to school with their children. But…
Zoe McMastersDecember 7, 2022


















