Coronavirus community information

In the best interest of the safety, health and wellbeing of the Hobsons Bay community and Council staff in the midst of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Council has made the decision to close all Hobsons Bay Library branches for 30 days (until 16 April 2020) and cancel all Council delivered public events and community consultations for the next 60 days (until 16 May), or until further notice.

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Interim excess rubbish drop-off at Ops Centre

Published on 01 April 2020

In the midst of the global Coronavirus pandemic, with high numbers of people working from home, self-isolating or being in quarantine, Council has established an interim weekly excess rubbish drop-off service at the Operations Centre commencing this Saturday.

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Public Notice: Special Council Meeting notification

Published on 29 March 2020

A Special Council Meeting will be held at 6.00pm on Tuesday 31 March 2020.

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Council announces second community support package

Published on 28 March 2020

Council has released a second package to support the people of Hobsons Bay during the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. The package focusses on further measures to alleviate financial pressure on local businesses, community groups and sporting clubs. It also supports some of our city’s most vulnerable community members and shines a light on the resilience of our Hobsons Bay community.

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Beach restrictions now in place

Published on 28 March 2020

Altona Beach and Williamstown Beach are closed to public gatherings until further notice. The Altona Dog Beach at PA Burns Reserve and Altona Pier are also closed.

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Council announces community support package

Published on 21 March 2020

Hobsons Bay City Council has released a support package to assist some of the city’s most vulnerable residents, as well as small businesses who may be struggling from the impacts of the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic.

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Library closures and event cancellations in Hobsons Bay

Published on 17 March 2020

In the best interest of the safety, health and wellbeing of the Hobsons Bay community and Council staff in the midst of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Council has made the difficult decision to close all Hobsons Bay Library branches for 30 days and cancel all Council delivered public events and community consultations for the next 60 days (or until further notice).

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