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Free Firelight Festival takes over Docklands

Read more about Firelight Festival

Fire pits, flame jets, performances and spectacular sculptures will light up the night at this year's Firelight Festival. 

Warm up with a hot chocolate and some of Melbourne's best winter eats as you wander the harbourside. Discover live music, storytelling and roving entertainment at every turn. 

Plan your trip and check out the program. 
Firelight Festival runs from 4 to 6 July.  

 
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Much-loved dog park upgrade

We're updating Clayton Reserve Dog Park to create a safer, more inclusive space in North Melbourne. Find out more and ask questions at a pop-up on Saturday 21 June.

Have your say by 30 June
 
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Guide to multicultural Melbourne

Join us for Refugee Week events in the city, including an unforgettable dinner and storytelling experience. And explore all this truly multicultural city has to offer. 

Explore multicultural Melbourne
 
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Meet Councillor Owen Guest

As councillors prepare to finalise the draft Budget 2025–26 later this month, Councillor Owen Guest is keen to make sure ratepayers’ money is spent responsibly.

Get to know Cr Guest
 
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Celebrate Pride Month

Whether you're in the city for work, to play, or to connect at a playgroup, everyone should be able to bring their whole selves. Find out how we support LGBTIQA+ communities.

Follow the rainbow
 
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What's On around the city

Discover things to do in Melbourne in June, from free events to exhibitions, attractions and places to visit, including the Winter Night Market on Wednesdays at Queen Victoria Market.

Find events in June
 
Melbourne Town Hall

Upcoming council meetings

The next Council and Future Melbourne Committee meetings will be held today, Tuesday 17 June and Monday 30 June at Melbourne Town Hall. Join us in person or stream online.

See previous meetings
 
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Keep an eye on city works

  • Greening Roden Street
  • Princes Bridge restoration
  • Safety and walkability in Parkville Gardens
  • Queen Victoria Market Precinct Renewal
Browse all city works updates
 
Melbourne Award winners

Quick links

Melbourne Awards applications close 20 June
Updating our flood maps
Community bookings Melb Town Hall
Browse our library catalogue 
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