Yarra City Council has advanced several major initiatives this quarter, from tackling loneliness to delivering new cultural landmarks and securing key advocacy wins.
Below are some highlights from the Quarterly Community Report – Quarter Three 2025/26.
Quarterly highlights at a glance:
Living in the City
Launched targeted research into loneliness and social isolation in Yarra, incorporating lived‑experience insights and mapping local connection programs
Finalised the new Community Food Guide, informed by detailed mapping of food initiatives and direct engagement with local providers
Working and Playing in the City
Progressed the Vietnamese Commemorative Marker celebrating 50 years of Vietnamese settlement in Richmond and Abbotsford
Council endorsed Mythical Crane Boat by Van Phu Le, with formal engagement underway and artwork launching in June
Running the City
Continued strong advocacy under the Advocacy Roadmap 2025–29 [ PDF, 2.46 MB] , focusing on free primary health care access, VicHealth's independence and State Government cost‑shifting
Victoria's Pride Street Party confirmed to remain in Fitzroy beyond 2026 (subject to State Government re‑election)
Secured Victorian Government grants for Clifton Hill park upgrades and Victoria Street business revitalisation
Delivered 52.71% of the capital works program by end of Q3 - $20.30m invested in community assets and infrastructure.
Approved $1.15m in mid‑year reallocations for priority projects including soil remediation, playground upgrades, cycling infrastructure, drainage and building renewal.
Multiple projects received external funding from the Victorian Government, TAC and VSBA, strengthening financial capacity and reducing pressure on ratepayers.
You can also read the full report online [ PDF, 18.3 MB] .
