Coronavirus community information

In the best interest of the safety, health and wellbeing of the Hobsons Bay community and in line with state and federal government requirements, Council has closed all Hobsons Bay Library branches for 30 days (until 16 April 2020) and cancelled all Council delivered face to face public events and community consultations for the next 60 days (until 16 May), or until further notice.

For full details, visit www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/Coronavirus

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Multicultural

Cultural Diversity Week

Cultural Diversity Week activities cancelled in Hobsons Bay.

Refugee Welcome Zone

On 17 June 2014, Council signed the Refugee Welcome Zone Declaration, an initiative of the Refugee Council of Australia.

Cultural & linguistic diversity in Hobsons Bay

Hobsons Bay is proud to be home to people from more than 144 countries of origin, speaking over 100 languages and celebrating over 90 faiths.

Hobsons Bay Settlement Network

The network aims to assist Hobsons Bay’s newly arrived migrants and refugees into successful settlement.

Hobsons Bay Interfaith Network

Network of over 30 different faith communities around Hobsons Bay.

Hobsons Bay Language Line 9932 1212

Recorded information about Council services and interpreter access.

English language support

There are different classes and support groups locally for people who want to improve or practice their English language skills.

Journeys to Australia: From one home to another

A book of 68 inspiring and unique stories collected from residents of Hobsons Bay.

Racism - It Stops With Me

Council actions as part of the 'Racism. It Stops With Me' campaign.

Behind this Smile

The Behind This Smile community art project was developed as part of the 'Racism. It Stops with Me' campaign.

Anti-Hate campaign

The Anti-Hate campaign gives people a way of reporting what has happened to them if they experience discrimination.

Multicultural programs & projects

Council is committed to supporting our communities to celebrate their culture, history and traditions.