The Victorian Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act 2006 sets out the freedoms, rights and responsibilities of all Victorians. It recognises that

Local government has a central role in protecting, improving and promoting the conditions that prevent disease and which support and encourage healthier lives

Family violence affects people from all backgrounds and walks of life. As a community we all pay the human, financial and social costs. Every week, at least one

Whitehorse City Council promotes an age-friendly community where the physical, social and mental wellbeing of older people are promoted and strengthened. We’re

People with a disability are valued members of the Whitehorse community and have the same rights and responsibilities as everyone else. Disability can occur at

Whitehorse is a community of diverse cultures, languages, beliefs, lifestyles, identities, interests and aspirations. Whitehorse City Council is proud of this

We want you and your neighbours, colleagues and classmates to feel confident about getting recycling right. If you are unsure of how to dispose an item, visit

Find out the latest news across the City of Whitehorse including media releases, public notices and Whitehorse News. For all media enquiries, email media

A summary of crisis support and counselling services available for you are listed below.

Whitehorse City Council introduced the 5-Star Food Hygiene Assessment System in 1996 for all Class 1 and 2 premises as its principal means for evaluating