Brimbank Writers and Readers Festival 2024

The Brimbank Writers and Readers Festival, will be held from 14-23 March 2024, and offers something for all ages. Visit brimbanklibraries.vic.gov.au/writersfestival to explore the program and make a booking. There is no entry cost for all events. Quotes to be attributed to Brimbank Mayor Cr Ranka Rasic: “The Brimbank Writers and Readers Festival is always […]

‘Old is Beautiful’ campaign combats ageism in Brimbank

Brimbank City Council is taking part in a pilot campaign to help tackle the issue of ageism. The #OldisBeautiful project started with a workshop for older residents to explore ageism and what beautiful means to them. Over the next couple of weeks you’ll see photographic portraits of older residents and their statements from the workshop […]

Noble Court Reserve park upgrades improve health and wellbeing

The Noble Court Reserve suburban park upgrades in Sunshine West were officially opened on Monday 29 January, delivered in perfect timing for summer. The upgrades included a new playground featuring: nature play opportunities fitness equipment circuit and walking paths multi-use court sheltered gazebo, and picnic facilities with BBQ and seating. The suburban park is another […]

All-year quick and responsive community grants now open for applications

A new year-round Brimbank Quick Response Grants Program is now open for applications from not-for-profit organisations, community groups and organisations. The new program offers two types of grants: Establishment Grants – up to $1,500 Responsive Grants – up to $2,000 The grants are designed to help: deliver projects that improve community health and wellbeing support […]