Council Plan 2025 - 2029
We want to hear from you so we can shape our plan for Hobsons Bay for the next four years.
Open projects
Plaque and Commemorative Events Policy
Share your thoughts on the Draft Plaque and Commemorative Events Policy and shape how Hobsons Bay honors significant capital works developments
Proposed Annual Budget 2025-26
You can help shape Council’s budget for the next financial year. The Proposed Annual Budget 2025 - 26 is now open for you to view and provide feedback.
Community Local Law 2025
Review and submit any other comments or ideas that will assist Council in drafting the new Community Local Law.
Under review
Williamstown Swimming and Life Saving Club Redevelopment
We are working together with the Victorian Government, and Williamstown Swimming and Life Saving Club and Life Saving Victoria to deliver the Club redevelopment.
Domestic Animal Management Plan (DAMP)
Help shape Council’s 2025-29 Domestic Animal Management Plan
The Mainlines
Help Shape the Future of Walking and Cycling in Altona Meadows and Seabrook
Pier Street Feature Site
Design works for the closed section of Pier Street, including an extended footpath through to Railway Street South.
Forrest Street pop up feedback
Share your thoughts on the Forrest Street pop-up!
The Zone
An outdoor space for young people in Altona North
Better Places: Eames Avenue
We are upgrading the public realm at Eames Avenue strip shops to make it more inviting and attractive
Draft Commercially Operated Share Scheme Policy
A Commercially Operated Share Scheme Policy has been drafted to set out the requirements for e-scooter share schemes and accompanying e-bike schemes.
Better Places Spotswood and South Kingsville
Learn more about the Better Places Spotswood and South Kingsville Place Guide and projects!
Better Places Laverton
Learn more about the Better Places Laverton Place Guide and projects!
Better Places Seabrook and Altona Meadows
Learn more about the Better Places Seabrook and Altona Meadows Place Guide and projects!
Better Places Brooklyn and Altona North
Learn more about the Better Places Brooklyn and Altona North Place Guide and projects!
Altona Beach Precinct
We’re seeking your input on several projects that are helping to shape the upgrade of Altona Beach Precinct.
Tourism Strategy
We’re updating our Tourism Strategy to help shape the Hobsons Bay visitor economy over the next 5 years.
Williamstown Mechanics Institute Community Reference Group
Council is calling for nominations for a Williamstown Mechanics Institute Community Reference Group
Industrial Land Management Strategy
This strategy provides guidance on the redevelopment of industrial land.
Draft Alcohol Harm Prevention Policy
Council’s efforts to prevent and reduce harm from alcohol
Forrest Street Pop Up Place Idea
An exciting project within the Better Places Spotswood & South Kingsville program is Pop Up Community Spaces.
Leo Hoffmann Reserve
We are upgrading Leo Hoffmann Reserve to enhance your experience of this space.
Better Places: The Link
We’re designing a walking and cycling connection between Brooklyn and Altona Gate Shopping Centre.
Events and Festivals Plan Review
Council is currently reviewing its Events and Festivals Plan. Tell us what you love about events and festivals in Hobsons Bay, and what you’d like to see more of.
Williamstown foreshore
We are planning future upgrades in the Williamstown Foreshore precinct and want to know what you would like to see included.
Proposed Annual Budget 2024-25
You can help shape Council’s budget for the next financial year. The Proposed Annual Budget 2024/25 is now open for you to view and provide feedback.
Williamstown Mechanics Institute Master Plan
Inform a masterplan and assist in developing future resourcing plans.
Pitch your project 2024-2025
Do you have a great, community focused idea for Council to deliver?
Creative City 2030
Help shape the future of the arts in Hobsons Bay
Reconciliation Action Plan - Refresh
Reconciliation is everyone's business. Join the conversation, and let's ensure the journey we continue together is grounded in fairness, respect and trust.
Williamstown Community Garden
Hobsons Bay City Council (Council) is committed to open spaces that improve community health and wellbeing, encourage sustainable living and restore biodiversity.
Closed projects
Help shape Victoria’s next 30-year infrastructure strategy
Have your say on the State Government's draft strategy and proposed recommendations.
Victoria’s Climate Change Strategy
Have your say on Victoria's 2026-30 Climate Change Strategy.
Womens Advisory Group
Hobsons Bay City Council is calling for applications for a Women’s Advisory Group
Re-naming the HC Kim Reserve Pavilion
Council is seeking community input to the naming of the newly built pavilion as part of the H.C Kim reserve re-development.
Naming the Centre of Excellence at Altona North Community Library
The theme for this Centre is 'Video Games and Board Games', and we are inviting you to vote on your favourite name!
Woods Street Youth Art Prize
People's Choice Award
Empowered to Lead Program
The Empowered to Lead Program will help women achieve their full potential and make a difference in their community.
Planning for our Waterways
Have your say on proposed new protections being created by the state government to protect Melbourne's creeks and rivers for the future.
Altona North Library Expression of Interest
Calling all gamers and game lovers! Are you a chess champion, marvelous at monopoly, or first-class at Fortnite? Altona North Library wants to hear from you.
Hobsons Bay Asset Plan
Get involved and help shape the way we look after public assets in Hobsons Bay
McCormack Park Master Plan
Get involved in the development of the McCormack Park Master Plan today.
Engage Victoria: Maternal and Child Health Services
Engage Victoria wants to know how your Maternal and Child Health Service can better support your family and child’s needs.
Pipeline Reserve Upgrade
Participate in the design of a new play space and picnic area for Pipeline Reserve, Seabrook
Alma Avenue Reserve & Village precinct plans
Better Places Seabrook & Altona Meadows
Help us shape the future for Victoria
The Victorian Government is envisioning a new future for our cities, suburbs, towns, and regions.
A Fair Hobsons Bay for All
Council wants to hear from you to determine how we can create a more inclusive community.
HC Kim Reserve Master Plan
To proceed with the next phase of Master Plan implementation we’d like to know if there are any further comments or questions about the Master Plan
Dennis Reserve Master Plan Implementation - Multipurpose Facility
Get involved in Stage 3 Dennis Reserve Master Plan Implementation, the construction of a new multipurpose facility.
Local Government Reforms 2024
Local Government Victoria is seeking your views on the development of a Model Councillor Code of Conduct and mandatory training for councillors, mayors and deputy mayors.
Greening Brooklyn
This project is part of the Greening the Pipeline initiative.
Better Places - Spotswood and South Kingsville
Help shape the place you live in
LGBTIQA+ Pride in Hobsons Bay
Hobsons Bay City Council is calling for nominations for the 2024 Hobsons Bay Pride Community Liaison Group
Maddox Road upgrades
Take a look at the final plans for the upgrade
Outdoor Trading Framework
Learn more about Council's Outdoor Trading Framework.
Green Streets Program
Green Streets is a Hobsons Bay City Council initiative that seeks to create healthy neighbourhoods through the provision of quality tree canopy cover.
Vibrant Brooklyn Leadership Program
Expressions of interest open
Western Aquatic and Early Years Centre
Help shape the Hobsons Bay Western Aquatic and Early Years Centre
Pitch your project 2023-24
View the ideas supported by Council
Woods and Lohse Street – Public Realm Plan
A Public Realm Revitalisation is being developed for the Woods and Lohse St precinct to upgrade the space for community needs.
Hudsons Road Streetscape Plan
Council has commenced the Hudsons Road Streetscape Master Plan project which is an outcome of Better Places Spotswood and South Kingsville report.
Maddox Road Transport Safety Analysis
We are analysing transport safety issues on Maddox Road between Mason Street and Railway Parade in Newport.
Community Liaison Groups - Level Crossing Removal Projects
Expression of interest is now open for a community liaison group.
Biodiversity Strategy 2024 - 2034
Have your say on the Biodiversity Strategy 2024 - 2034
Economic Development Strategy
Updating the Economic development strategy to create a positive economic environment for businesses and people who visit, live and work in Hobsons Bay
Maternal and Child Health Nurse Satisfaction Survey
Help us improve our Maternal Child Health Nurse services
Gambling Harm Prevention Policy
Be part of shaping the gambling harm policy in Hobsons Bay.
Draft Affordable Housing Policy Statement
Have your say on Council’s approach to increasing the supply of Affordable Housing in Hobsons Bay.
Aviation Road Master Plan
Enhancing the streetscape, image, and road safety of Aviation Road.
Brooklyn Community Hall Operations
Expressions of interest now open for the Brooklyn Community Hall Operations liaison group.
Love Laverton Parks
Eight community parks in Laverton are being updated. Each of these parks are unique.
Mary Street Reserve Master Plan
Upgrading Mary Street Reserve to improve the character and recreational opportunities in the local area, and deal with the increasing demands of the future.
Local Area Movement Plans - Northern Package
Provide feedback on proposed actions that address traffic and transport issues in Altona North, Brooklyn, Williamstown North, Newport, Spotswood and South Kingsville.
Draft Election Period Policy 2023
The policy sets out the procedures to be applied by Council during the election period for a general election.
Community Engagement Policy
Have your say Hobsons Bay! Tell us how you best engage with us.
Annual Budget 2023-24
Council has prepared a Proposed Annual Budget for the financial year commencing 1 July 2023 and it is now open for Public Exhibition
Reimagining our Industrial Areas
Reimagining our key industrial precincts towards a more sustainable and resilient economy
Skeleton Creek & Bay Trail
We are wanting to hear if you like the new trees planted along the Skeleton Creek & Bay Trail in Altona Meadows.
Public Toilet Strategy
Lets chat about toilets in Hobsons Bay
Draft Play Space Strategy
View the draft play space strategy and tell us what you think
Amendment C133 Newport Structure Plan
A planning scheme amendment to implement the Newport Structure Plan and Inner Newport Heritage Gap Study
Brooklyn Community Hall Redevelopment
Have your say on the redevelopment concept design for Brooklyn Community Hall.
Community Solar Program
The Community Solar Program is an extension of Council’s Large-Scale Solar installation program which includes installing solar panels on more than 40 Council buildings
Road Management Plan 2021
Our draft Road Management Plan 2021 is available on public exhibition
Proposed Annual Budget 2022-23
Council has prepared a Proposed Annual Budget for the financial year commencing 1 July 2022 and it is now open for Public Exhibition and comment
Anomalies Amendment
Amendment C134 proposes to correct zoning, overlay and text anomalies within the Hobsons Bay Planning Scheme to ensure it is up to date.
Connecting Laverton - Railway Ave
Road safety improvements and shared trail
Newport Park Master Plan
Help us reimagine Newport Park
JJ Ginifer Reserve Upgrades
Share your feedack on the concept plan to improve recreational opportunities in the local area
Precinct 16 West - Planning Scheme Amendment C114
Amendment C114 proposes to rezone industrial land in South Kingsville to support new residential development
Urban Forest Strategy
Delivering a healthy and resilient urban forest
W.J Irwin Reserve
Closing the loop on the W.J Irwin in Altona North park upgrade.
Better Places Spotswood and South Kingsville Local Leaders Focus Group
Application period for EOI is now closed
Connecting Laverton - Maher Rd
Road safety improvements and shared trail
Community Pitch 2022/23
Community ideas chosen by you
Energy Savings and Solar Access Program
How can Council help you to reduce greenhouse gas emissions?
Blenheim Road Reserve, Newport
Community Park Development Project
Bruce Comben Reserve Master Plan Implementation
Help us create a community heart in the western section of the municipality.
Epsom Street Affordable Housing
Read about community consultation on the draft Design Guidelines for the Epsom Street Affordable Housing Project
Leasing and Licensing Policy
The Leasing and Licensing Policy 2022-30 has been developed to ensure there are clear guidelines and processes for occupancy of Council owned or managed property.
Brooklyn Community Garden
We invite you to have your say and share your interest in the development of a community garden in Brooklyn Reserve.
W.L.J. Crofts Reserve Improvement Plan
Council will be upgrading the playground, installing new seating and improving the pathways and landscaping throughout W.L.J Crofts Reserve in Altona North
A Safer Merton Street, Altona Meadows
Improvements for Safer and Active Travelling on Merton Street, Altona Meadows.
Ferguson Street Cycle Lanes
Improving safety for people walking and riding on Ferguson Street.
Name the Box Lacrosse Court
Suggest a name for the PJ Lynch Reserve Box Lacrosse Court
Digman Reserve Play Space
Digman Reserve play space final concept design
Centres of Excellence
Optimising our places and spaces to provide access to opportunities, resources, and experiences alongside excellent customer service.
Property Strategy 2021 - 2030
Strategically aligning Council's property portfolio with service delivery objectives and community need
G.J Hosken Reserve Open Space and Conservation Development Plan
Get involved today and help shape G.J Hosken Reserve.
Altona Safe Boat Harbour Upgrade
Council is excited to share the final concept design for the Altona Safe Boat Harbour
Recycling bins in Public Spaces
We are overhauling our public bins throughout the municipality, view changes to services, bin locations and types of waste bins available in public spaces.
Landscape Design Guidelines
We're seeking to refresh our Landscape Design Guidelines, which provide guidance for residents and developers looking to prepare landscape plans
Planning for a safer Victoria Street, Williamstown
Council is looking provide a safe cycling route along Victoria Street, Williamstown
Newport Lakes Reserve Conservation and Development Plan
Help 'future proof ' Newport Lakes
Council Plan 2021 - 2025
The Council Plan 2021-25 will incorporate what matters most to the community and include the priorities Council will focus on over this four year period
Connecting Laverton
Road safety improvements and links for pedestrians and cyclists
Domestic Animal Management Plan (DAMP)
Help shape Council’s 2021-25 Domestic Animal Management Plan
MacLean Reserve Park Upgrade
Help us revitalise the park and playground at MacLean Reserve
Better Places Laverton Projects Showcase
An opportunity to learn more about various projects in Laverton
Mayoral and Councillor Allowances Review
Council is reviewing the Mayoral and Councillor allowances in accordance with Section 74(1) of the Local Government Act 1989.
Proposed Annual Budget 2020-21
Public exhibition of the Proposed Annual Budget 2020-21
Dennis Reserve Draft Master Plan
Hobsons Bay Aquatic Strategy 2019-30
Draft Newport Structure Plan
Waste and Litter Management Strategy 2025
