The Waste Service Charge is not an extra charge on top of rates. The cost of waste and recycling services has been separated from the general rates and itemised

Whitehorse News - October 2023 It can be confusing figuring out what fast-food packaging can be recycled and what can’t. Pizza lovers are used to putting their

Kenton Johanson, a resident of Nunawading, has transformed his family home & garden into an efficient ‘suburban Earthship’. He has recently borrowed a home energy efficiency kit from the library to check if his upgrades have been effective and has spoken to us about his sustainability journey. Kenton believes that “values are caught, not taught” and enjoys inspiring others to get on their bikes and talking to people from all walks of life about how our choices impact the environment – whether it’s chatting with friends, family & neighbours; or raising awareness of the impacts of climate change on snowfall amongst the members of his ski club; or as school teacher of over 25 years. Read more about Kenton's journey below.

A storm is a bad weather event that can come with heavy rain, strong winds, hailstones, thunder and lightning. Storms can happen anywhere, at any time of the

Fundraising or requesting donation of material items conducted on behalf of a charitable organisation approved under the Fundraising Act 1998, may only place a

All events held within Council managed spaces such as parks or reserves or that affect locals roads require a permit. You may need a permit if the event you’re

We talk with local residents who have embraced environmentally friendly lifestyles and practices, and invite them to give their tips on how you can do the same

The Whitehorse City Council has an ongoing commitment to provide a vibrant safe and healthy environment for the local community. Development is a fundamental

Fires are named based on their cause such as an electrical fire or based on the property they damage such as a house fire, grass fire or bushfire. Sometimes a

Real Estate agencies temporarily displaying boards or signs to advertise activities such as ‘for sale’, ‘open for inspection’, ‘auction’ or ‘for rent’ on