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Labour Day sporting tournament representatives
Thousands to get active on Labour Day weekend
Almost 3000 athletes are set to compete across four major sporting events as part of a bumper Labour Day weekend for the city.
Children in car seats
Book a free child car restraint fitting or check
As many as 70 per cent of child car restraints in Warrnambool have been incorrectly fitted or used, according to KidSafe Victoria.
Council Meeting 7 March, 2022
Summary of the Warrnambool City Council Meeting 7 March 2022
Seating in Liebig Street
Survey gauges perceptions of Council's efforts
The annual Local Government Community Satisfaction Survey is under way.
Archie Graham Community Centre
Making Archie the best it can be
Warrnambool residents are being asked how the Archie Graham Community Centre could be improved.
Walking along Koroit Street
Draft Principal Pedestrian Network Plan out for comment
Council is inviting the community to provide feedback on Council’s Draft Principal Pedestrian Network (PPN)
Chasing a grant? Consult the Funding Finder
A new tool is available for Warrnambool community groups and businesses that are seeking funding support.
Alex Lahey, The Smith Street Band, Snakes Don't Need Keys and Maddie Jackway
Big names hand-pick local acts for Warrnambool gig
Alex Lahey and Smith Street Band choose locals Maddie Jackway and Snakes Don't Need Keys to support them at Warrnambool concert.
Circle of Security Parenting
Circle of Security Parenting
Free six-week program starts in February
Pug dog.
Dog owners encouraged to do the right thing
Stepping in or dodging dog poo left on footpaths can spoil a walk or shopping experience. Dog owners are reminded to pick up after their dogs and to carry a bag with them for this purpose.
Wei-Lin Mai with the third edition of her Migrant Settlement Resources Guide.
Library scores grant from cricket fundraiser
The Warrnambool Library will use a grant from fundraising program National Backyard Cricket to help deliver its English as Another Language (EAL) program.
2022 Warrnambool Citizen of the Year Colleen Hughson
Colleen Hughson named Warrnambool Citizen of the Year
The long-time Warrnambool resident started a movement by not just picking up rubbish on local beaches, but working tirelessly to try and stop it at the source.
Power Saving Bonus
Time is running out to apply for $250 Power Saving Bonus
Most of the people in Warrnambool who are eligible for a $250 payment from the Victorian Government haven’t applied for it, with the January 31 deadline fast approaching.
BeachFest
Big finale for BeachFest
After two weeks of awesome outdoor activities for families, BeachFest concludes on Saturday January 17 with a bumper schedule of free fun at Lake Pertobe.
Be kind, be patient, have a COVID plan
With the number of COVID-19 cases in Warrnambool rising and several local businesses and services impacted, Warrnambool Mayor Cr Richard Ziegeler is encouraging everyone to stay patient, be underst
Surfside Holiday Parks
COVID-19 update at Surfside Holiday Parks
There are currently a number of positive COVID-19 cases in the Warrnambool community and while nobody has presented with a positive PCR test at Surfside yet, a number of guests have either tested p
BeachFest
Free family fun this January
Packed with fun activities and our outdoor cinema, we’re making sure everyone has a beach holiday to remember this January.
Warrnambool Civic Centre
Council closure dates for 2021/2022 holiday period
A full list of the operating times and dates for Council services and facilities over the Christmas and New Year period.
Reid Oval
Nestles home game to be first on new Reid Oval
The first match on the new Reid Oval will be the Division 1 fixture between Nestles and North Warrnambool Eels on January 15.
Reid Oval under lights
Lights on at Reid Oval
In another big milestone for the Reid Oval Redevelopment, the oval’s lights were tested and aligned on Tuesday December 14.
CFA volunteers loading firefighting aircraft
CFA volunteers gain skills loading water bomber
CFA volunteers including Warrnambool City Council staff gained or refreshed skills in loading firefighting aircraft over the weekend.
Will Sloan and Nathan Hatherall with the new jet/vac truck
New drainage truck helping clear backlog
A new jet/vac truck is helping the Warrnambool City Council clear a significant drainage maintenance backlog, while allowing staff to quickly respond to blockages in the event of heavy rain.
Lighthouse Theatre Launch
Lighthouse Theatre launches biggest ever season
The highly anticipated 2022 Lighthouse Theatre Season is finally here!
Strong Spirits
Artworks explore theme of connection
The “Strong Spirits” exhibition is now on display at the Archie Graham Community Centre.
Gardens for Wildlife volunteer Merran Moir
Volunteer now for our common future
If you’d like to attract more wildlife to your garden, a team of volunteers is happy to share their expertise.
Jalya Debono (Keeray Whurrong) featuring the Ngatook Collective range ‘On Country’ south-west Victoria for Warrnambool Art Gallery, 2021. Photo by Alice Miles. The Ngatook Collective is supported by the Victorian Government Office for Women. 
Ngatook Collective has designs on the future
The creative endeavours of a group of 27 South West Aboriginal girls were officially unveiled at a special launch today (Thursday, December 2).
Thiru Somasundara, Jaimee Millar and Jimmi Buscombe
New life for old Derby St bus stop
A new mural at a decommissioned Derby Street bus shelter is part of the Warrnambool City Council’s Let’s Get Neighbourly program, and has the goal of bringing neighbours closer together.
Cannon fire to mark military milestone
The ground-shaking boom of cannon fire will be felt and heard in Warrnambool, Port Fairy and Portland this Saturday, December 4.
Artist Ash Keating
Stunning new artwork for WAG facade
The Warrnambool Art Gallery (WAG) facade has been completely transformed by Ash Keating and about 80 fire extinguishers filled with paint.
Maremma
Help guide Middle Island penguin conservation
If you have skills or experience in conservation management, coupled with an interest in penguins, Warrnambool City Council wants to hear from you.