Plastic Free July® is recognised globally as an annual month of global change, where individuals, businesses and governments come together to take action to

Shared bins are accessible to all residents of a multi-unit development or retirement village. Before you submit a request for shared bins read the information

A Whitehorse recycling truck caught fire today, because something flammable was placed in a household bin! We have had 2 waste truck fires in the last 6 days. A

Whitehorse residents are keen recyclers, and most residents want to do the right thing and recycle right. To help, we have a Gold Star Bin Education Program

An activation is an activity or program that creates an opportunity for people to connect with one another in a public space. An activation program may be

Whitehorse News - January 2023 We want to put a stop to litter and dumped rubbish in Whitehorse. Did you know that it’s illegal to dump unwanted items on your

Some businesses may be conducted from your private place of residence without planning approval, however, the Whitehorse Planning Scheme has a number of

Local government has a central role in protecting, improving and promoting the conditions that prevent disease and which support and encourage healthier lives

Kenton Johanson, a resident of Nunawading, has transformed his family home & garden into an efficient ‘suburban Earthship’. He has recently borrowed a home energy efficiency kit from the library to check if his upgrades have been effective and has spoken to us about his sustainability journey. Kenton believes that “values are caught, not taught” and enjoys inspiring others to get on their bikes and talking to people from all walks of life about how our choices impact the environment – whether it’s chatting with friends, family & neighbours; or raising awareness of the impacts of climate change on snowfall amongst the members of his ski club; or as school teacher of over 25 years. Read more about Kenton's journey below.

We talk with local residents who have embraced environmentally friendly lifestyles and practices, and invited them to give their tips on how you can do the same