City of Greater Dandenong

17/02/2026

Last year we saw over 300 people attend the Greater Dandenong Career and Support Expo.

This year the event returns, giving you the chance to explore training and employment pathways, meet potential employers and speak with support services.

📅 Wednesday 4 March, 10am-1.30pm
📍 Springvale City Hall
💰 Free

For more information and to register, visit greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/events/careerexpo

16/02/2026

Happy Lunar New Year!

We wish everyone in our community a joyful and prosperous Year of the Horse.

🖌️ Illustration by Kim Lam.

16/02/2026

A total fire ban has been declared for Greater Dandenong today.

This means that you can't light, maintain or use any fire in the open air. This includes fire pits, fireworks and firecrackers.

Learn more about what you can and can't do during a total fire ban, https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/fire-bans-ratings-and-restrictions/can-i-or-cant-i

Today a Total Fire Ban has been declared for the Central, South West, Wimmera, North Central, and West and South Gippsland Fire Districts.

No fires can be lit, or be allowed to remain alight, in the open air from 12:01 AM until 11:59 PM.

Find out what you can and can’t do: www.cfa.vic.gov.au/can

16/02/2026

Do you have an idea that will bring people together and strengthen our community? We can help with a community grant.

✅ Small Grants: $250–$1,500 – Open all year for community groups to deliver local projects and to support individuals in sport and art.

✅ Medium Grants: Up to $10,000 – Applications close 11.59pm 10 March for projects starting 1 July 2026.

The Cantonese Art Association received a $2,488 grant to host a vibrant Lunar New Year festival in Springvale last year. The gala dinner featured live music, folk dance, a choir and more, attracting 230 visitors!

Visit our website or call us on 8571 1432 for more information and to apply, greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/grants

15/02/2026

The Ramadan Night Market is returning to Dandenong, and will run from Thursday to Sunday for the next four weeks. 🎉

This event is organised by the Bright Community Organisation, and supported by Greater Dandenong City Council.

13/02/2026

Tomorrow is Valentines Day 💘

This shows a young couple captured in 1981, shopping for rings at a Bridal Expo in Dandenong. Do you recognise the couple? Let us know in the comments.

For more flashback images of Greater Dandenong, view the online collection, ehive.com/collections/5704/city-of-greater-dandenong

📷 Graham Southam

12/02/2026

The Springvale Asian Business Association (SABA) are holding the Springvale Lunar New Year Festival this Sunday 15 February from 10am – 10pm on Buckingham Avenue.

As part of the event, firecrackers will be set off at 12pm, with a fireworks display at 9pm.

While many of us love fireworks, some pets get startled by them. If you live nearby and have pets at home, please make sure they are safe and secure during the display.⁠

Visit our website for more information, https://www.greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/greater-dandenong-council/events/springvale-lunar-new-year-festival

11/02/2026

Help shape our Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy. 💬

We would love to hear from children, families, carers, community members and service providers about how we can improve child safety.

You can provide your feedback online or at a drop in session.

📍 Dandenong Library
Thursday 19 February, 10am-10.30am

📍 Keysborough Community Hub
Wednesday 25 February, 1pm-1.30pm

📍 Springvale Library
Wednesday 25 February, 3.30pm-4pm

Learn more and have your say, https://yoursay.greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/child-safety-and-wellbeing-policy

11/02/2026

Community grants are now open. 🎉

✅ Small Grants: $250–$1,500 – Open all year for community groups to deliver local projects and to support individuals in sport and art.

✅ Medium Grants: Up to $10,000 – Applications close 10 March for projects starting 1 July 2026.

The Dandenong and District Orchid Club received a $1,000 grant to host their Annual Orchid Show at the Paddy O’Donoghue Centre last year. The club, which has been running for over 33 years, brings together more than 70 members monthly and attracts hundreds of visitors to its annual show. Thanks to the grant, they showcased one of their best displays yet.

Visit our website or call us on 8571 1432 for more information and to apply, greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/grants

10/02/2026

Welcome the Year of the Horse at the Springvale Lunar New Year Festival.

📅 Sunday 15 February, 10am-10pm
📍 Buckingham Avenue, Springvale

This event is run by the Springvale Asian Business Association and supported by Greater Dandenong City Council.

Learn more, greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/greater-dandenong-council/events/springvale-lunar-new-year-festival

10/02/2026

South East Community Links is hosting Bring Your Bills Day at Springvale City Hall on Tuesday 24 February.

Drop in between 10.30am-3pm and get expert advice and information on fines, bills, mortgages and loans, utilities, tenancy and concessions.

Learn more on our website, greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/greater-dandenong-council/events/bring-your-bills

This is a free event. No registrations are required.

09/02/2026

Our first Sustainability Session at Keysborough Community Hub was a full house. 👏🐝

Ben from Ben’s Bees shared an amazing introduction to the world of bees and showed everyone how to make their own reusable beeswax wraps to help cut down on plastic waste.

Join us on Saturday 14 March at Springvale Community Hub for our next workshop on DIY recycled door stoppers, held as part of our Mini Sustainability Festival.

Learn more and register here, greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/greater-dandenong-council/events/mini-sustainability-festival

05/02/2026

There's still time to visit our exhibition - The Place To Be: Dandenong Town Hall.

Learn about the history of the Dandenong Town Hall and read local debutante stories, just like this group who had their photo taken by Graham Southam at St Mary's Parish in 1968.

The exhibition closes Friday 20 February 2026. For more information, visit greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/greater-dandenong-council/events/place-be-dandenong-town-hall-exhibition

05/02/2026

Do you have old furniture, broken TVs, fridges or other unwanted household items taking up space? Now is a great time to book in a hard rubbish collection.

To find out what can be collected and to make a booking, visit greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/keep-it-clean

04/02/2026

Do you have an idea to bring people together and strengthen our community? We can help make it happen!

✅ Small Grants: $250–$1,500 – Open all year for community groups to deliver local projects and to support individuals in sport and art.

✅ Medium Grants: Up to $10,000 – Applications open 10 February and close 11.59pm 10 March for projects starting 1 July 2026.

Thanks to a small grant, a local athlete represented Australia at the World Dodgeball Championships in Austria in 2024. They helped Australia secure an amazing 3rd place, showcasing our local talent on the world stage.

Visit our website or call us on 8571 1432 for more information, greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/grants

02/02/2026

Help shape the future of our libraries 📖💬

We want to know what you think about the Springvale, Dandenong and Keysborough libraries.

Your feedback will help us improve our services and ensure our libraries are a place where everyone can learn, participate and connect.

Take the survey, yoursay.greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/annual-library-survey-2026

30/01/2026

School has returned for 2026. This back to school shows students from Lyndale State School participating in a whole school assembly in 1969. Did you attend Lyndale?

📷 Courtesy Graham Southam Collection, City of Greater Dandenong

To see more historical images of Greater Dandenong, visit ehive.com/collections/5704/city-of-greater-dandenong

29/01/2026

Clean Up Australia Day is on Sunday 1 March. Roll up your sleeves and help keep our parks and waterways litter-free.

You can register a clean up for your community group, business or school by visiting the Clean Up Australia Day website, cleanup.org.au/

29/01/2026

Celebrate International Women's Day with Sarah Davidson!

Join us as Sarah shares her inspiring story and sparks conversations about equality, empowerment and redefining success.

📅 Thursday 12 March, 12pm-2pm
📍 Drum Theatre, Dandenong

Tickets are limited. Learn more and register here, greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/IWD26

28/01/2026

Reuse and Recycle Drop-Off Day is this Saturday 31 January at Greaves Reserve, Dandenong. ♻️

It's a great opportunity to declutter your home and give items a second life.

🚗 Load up your car
🕗 Arrive early - gates open at 8am (entry via Sinclair Road)
🙌 No heavy lifting required – our team will unload your car for you!

Learn more on our website, greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/recycle-day

28/01/2026

Pet rego check! 🐶🐱

Have you moved house or changed your contact information?

Update your details by Tuesday 10 February to ensure that your pet registration renewal notice is sent to the right place.

If your pet is desexed or over 10 years old, you may be eligible for a reduced fee.

Learn more and update your details on our website, greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/pet-registration

27/01/2026

A huge shoutout to everyone who came out and conquered the Greater Dandenong Fun Run, Walk and Roll!

Thank you to our amazing volunteers for their support, and a special thanks to Dandenong Little Athletics for the delicious sausage sizzle.

Keen to hear about more events happening near you? Visit greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/events

26/01/2026

Yesterday we celebrated the incredible individuals and groups who have gone above and beyond for our city. Your dedication, leadership and generosity help make Greater Dandenong a welcoming and vibrant community for all.

2026 Greater Dandenong Australia Day Award Recipients:

🏆 Nika Suwarsih – Community Leadership Award
🏆 Christine Keys – Living Treasure Award
🏆 Trish Marson – Living Treasure Award
🏆 Le Mans Entertainment – Corporate Citizen of the Year
🏆 Atifa Ahmed – Young Leader of the Year (joint winner)
🏆 Mohammed Nawed – Young Leader of the Year (joint winner)
🏆 Heather Hanratty – Volunteer of the Year
🏆 Mohammad Akram Yusofi – Volunteer of the Year (Highly Commended)
🏆 SisterWorks – Community Group of the Year
🏆 Suraj Loomba – Sustainability Award
🏆 Adam Treloar – Sportsperson of the Year
🏆 Khelaiya Productions – Outstanding Contribution to the Arts Award

We also marked Australia Day by celebrating these remarkable contributions and welcoming 100 new citizens to our community.

We are proud to be part of a city where people from many backgrounds live harmoniously and work together to make Greater Dandenong a thriving and inclusive place for all.

23/01/2026

Our Civic and Cultural Heritage collection includes the Graham Southam negatives, which provides an insight into community life from the 1950s to the 1980s.

This great image, taken by Graham Southam in 1970, shows Dandenong Technical School apprentices working on a car.

To see more historical images of Greater Dandenong, visit ehive.com/collections/5704/city-of-greater-dandenong

23/01/2026

We’re expecting extreme heat tomorrow 🌡️

Please take extra care and remember these tips to keep yourself and your loved ones safe:

💧Drink plenty of water

⛅️Stay out of the sun

☎️Check in on vulnerable friends and family

🐕️Don't leave people or pets in cars

👉 This video has more tips on staying safe during hot weather. Please feel free to share it with family, friends or neighbours.

Australia’s number one natural killer is heatwaves. Here's some basic tips to be better prepared.For more information visit http://emergencyprepare.com.au/