Council statement - Eltham cenotaph Published on 23 January 2026 We are extremely disappointed to confirm that the local cenotaph was deliberately defaced with paint overnight. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Writing prize shortlists announced Published on 21 January 2026 From a mammoth 1126 submissions, 77 entries have been shortlisted for the 2026 Nillumbik Prize for Contemporary Writing (NPCW). Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Honours & Celebration, Media Releases
Home-based businesses driving Nillumbik’s economy Published on 19 January 2026 Nillumbik’s Home-Based Business Economy 2025 Report provides an in-depth look at the experiences, challenges and aspirations of local home-based business entrepreneurs - the backbone of Nillumbik's economy. Tagged as: , Business & Economy
Changes to library services in Hurstbridge and Diamond Creek Published on 15 January 2026 More locals than ever are using the permanent library service at Hurstbridge Community Hub, while visits to the Mobile Library are down. To reflect this shift, there are some changes to library services. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Local artist shines in Midsumma exhibition Published on 14 January 2026 A former Eltham High School student has been selected as Nillumbik’s 2026 Midsumma Rainbow Exhibition solo artist. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Honours & Celebration, Media Releases
Black Gully Road - Council statement Published on 18 December 2025 A statement from Nillumbik Shire Council regarding community concern over activities taking place on private land in Black Gully Road, Diamond Creek. Tagged as: , Announcements
Council adopts updated Community Engagement Policy Published on 17 December 2025 Council has formally adopted its updated Community Engagement Policy, reinforcing its commitment to transparent, inclusive and meaningful engagement with the community. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Friday nights in February come alive with Summer Sounds Published on 16 December 2025 Feel the rhythm of summer every Friday night in February at Summer Sounds, Nillumbik’s family-favourite outdoor music series at Edendale Community Environment Farm. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Nillumbik businesses win at Northern Business Achievement Awards Published on 12 December 2025 Two Hurstbridge businesses have been recognised for their passion and innovation at the 2025 Northern Business Achievement Awards (NBAA). Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Honours & Celebration, Media Releases