Stonnington City Council

15/09/2026

A blank wall is never just a blank wall to an artist 🎨

We caught up with acclaimed mural artist Tom Gerrard to chat about the refresh of his iconic 'Pot Plants' artwork on Chapel Street and the role public art plays in shaping our municipality.

This is just a glimpse of the conversation. Read the full interview in the latest edition of Stonnington News, landing in your letterbox soon!

14/09/2026

Toorak Ward Councillor Tom Humphries has been suspended for four (4) weeks, following a Local Government Victoria arbitration process, which found he had breached the Model Councillor Code of Conduct.

Cr Humphries will return to his duties on 13 October 2026; in the meantime, Mayor Cr Melina Sehr will respond to inquiries from the Toorak Ward community.

Read our Public Statement here: https://ow.ly/oLFb50ZN7AA

14/09/2026

Didn't make it to one of our native plant giveaways? You're in luck!
We've rescheduled our recently cancelled weekend giveaway.

🗓️ Saturday 19 September, 1.30 - 3pm
📍Malvern Community Arts Centre, 29 Burke Road, Malvern East

Drop by to collect your free plants and chat to Council experts about which species will best suit your garden space and support local wildlife.

13/09/2026

📢 Tonight’s Council Meeting
🕖 7:00 PM | Malvern Town Hall, Council Chambers

Council will discuss a range of important topics including:
🔵Planning Amendment 0671/22 - 291-295 Dandenong Road, Prahran
🔵Business and Activation Grants Recommended Applicants 2026/27
🔵Amendment C331ston and C350ston - Consideration of Submissions
🔵Urban Greening Framework

Read the full agenda, watch the live stream, or catch up on the archive here: https://ow.ly/kCSm50ZFX7N

11/09/2026

From championing women in local government to strengthening inclusive civic participation, Mayor Cr Melina Sehr has spent 24 years making a lasting impact. Hear from the 2026 Mary Rogers Award recipient in a special edition of the VLGA Connect podcast. Listen now.

This week on a special edition of VLGA Connect, Chris Eddy is joine...

11/09/2026

Help shape a more sustainable future for Stonnington🌱

Thanks to community feedback, we've developed the draft Sustainable Stonnington 2040 Strategy and supporting Action Plans. Now we're inviting you to review the drafts and tell us what you think.

Complete our five-minute survey by 29 September 2026 and help refine the plans that will guide Stonnington's environmental future.

🔗 Visit the link: connectstonnington.vic.gov.au/environmentstrategy

10/09/2026

For generations, Prahran Aquatic Centre has been more than just a place to swim. It's where friendships have formed, families have made memories, and the community has come together.

As part of the recent grandstand restoration, we're celebrating the stories that make this place so special. Hear from a long-time community member, Marc, as he reflects on the history of the pool and what it has meant to generations of locals.

You can find more information on this refurbishment here: https://ow.ly/tl7H50ZKrN7

10/09/2026

Help shape the future of sport in Stonnington🏃‍♀️⚽🏏

We're developing our first Sports Infrastructure Plan to help guide future investment, improve facilities and create more opportunities for people to get active.

Whether you're part of a local club, play socially or support community sport, we want to hear what matters most to you.

Share your feedback by Tuesday 29 September: https://ow.ly/qlQ650ZLIcV

09/09/2026

Today is R U OK? Day, a reminder that genuine conversations can help people feel supported through life's ups and downs💛

In a community as connected as Stonnington, checking in doesn't need to be complicated. It could be a phone call, a conversation over coffee, or simply asking someone how they're really going.

This R U OK? Day, take the time to start a meaningful conversation with someone in your world.