Are you an apartment or unit dweller in Merri-bek?
Researchers at the University of Melbourne are conducting a study on how people living in…
Donna LuckmanMarch 31, 2026
Advocating for climate resilient apartments
Merri-bek has been advocating for the 48% of Merri-bek residents people living in apartments and…
Keep the cold out of your rental – Free DIY draught-proofing kit
Date: Monday 30 March Time: 6.30pm-8.30pm Where: Brunswick Neighbourhood House Bookings Essential: Book here Keep…
Donna LuckmanMarch 3, 2026
Preparing for Winter: Stay Warm and Save Energy
Get your home ready for Winter before the cold really hits! Join us for a…
Donna LuckmanFebruary 18, 2026
Energy Efficiency and Comfort for Renters and Landlords Webinar
Date: Thursday 12 March 2026 Time: 7pm - 8:15pm FREE Event Registration link: Microsoft Virtual…
Donna LuckmanFebruary 18, 2026
Open Your Home and Inspire Your Neighbours
Sustainable House Day returns on Sunday 17 May 2026, with neighbours across Australia opening their…
Donna LuckmanFebruary 18, 2026
On-street EV charging trial
Council has launch community engagement on a proposed trial of pole-mounted electric vehicle (EV) chargers…
Donna LuckmanFebruary 12, 2026
Sustainability Support for Merri-bek Locals
Do you want to make your home warmer in winter and cooler in summer, and…
Donna LuckmanFebruary 10, 2026
Make a difference with a community grant
Do you need funding for a local community project? Our 2026 Annual Community Grants Program…
Donna LuckmanJanuary 30, 2026
Detox Your Home coming to Coburg
When: Sunday 8 March Time: 9.00am-3.00pm Where: Merri-bek Civic Centre, 90 Bell St, Coburg. Cost: Free. Book…
Donna LuckmanJanuary 30, 2026
Driving change through electric car-share
We’ve installed a new electric vehicle (EV) charger at Davies Street in Brunswick, with one…
Donna LuckmanJanuary 28, 2026
Borrow a portable induction cooktop from the library
Discover the benefits of induction cooktops and borrow one from the Merri-bek libraries. Induction cooktops…
Donna LuckmanJanuary 21, 2026
Share your experiences of the summer heatwave
We hope you are all safe after the heatwaves that we have faced this summer…
Donna LuckmanJanuary 15, 2026
Be a Nature Steward in 2026
Go on a journey of nature discovery. Over 10 Saturdays, are taken through a comprehensive…
Donna LuckmanDecember 10, 2025
Are you a renter provider in Merri-bek?
Merri-bek is working with RMIT University to get an understanding of landlords experience in managing…
Donna LuckmanDecember 8, 2025
Creating community and climate resilience in Merri-bek’s north
Over the past 12 months, focused on building local capacity for sustainability and inclusive community…
Donna LuckmanDecember 4, 2025
Interested in Circular Fashion and Textiles?
Keen to learn more about circular design and making practices? Want to gain knowledge and…
Donna LuckmanNovember 21, 2025
Apply for 2026 Merri-bek Womens Environmental Leadership Scholarship
Applications are open for the 2026 Merri-bek Women Environment Leadership (WELA) Community Scholarship. We established…
Donna LuckmanNovember 17, 2025
Merri-bek’s commitment to net zero
Merri-bek City Council has a long history of leadership in environmental initiatives, including local action…
Donna LuckmanNovember 12, 2025
New Climate Emergency Action Plan to guide our actions over the next 5 years.
At the October 2025 Council Meeting, the new Climate Emergency Action Plan for 2025 -…
Donna LuckmanOctober 30, 2025
