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  • Drone footage of Elsternwick Nature Reserve pond

    A look at Elsternwick Park Nature Reserve's journey

    Take a look at Elsternwick Park Nature Reserve's journey so far in being transformed from the former Elsternwick Park golf course into a natural oasis on our city’s doorstep.

  • Artist drawing of a single level, angled roofed building

    A space for sport and community at RJ Sillitoe

    RJ Sillitoe Reserve will soon be home to enhanced community facilities with construction due to commence on a modern, multi-purpose pavilion in March 2022.

  • Aerial view of Bay Trial bike and walking path

    Fresh look for the Bay Trail

    One of the busiest points on the Bay Trail is now smoother for bike riders and safer for pedestrians. There is now a continuous connection from the existing bicycle path at Sandown Street to Middle Brighton Baths and pedestrians and cyclists are separate at this previously congested boardwalk section.

  • woman reads to young boy in the library

    Changes to COVID-19 requirements for visitors

    COVID-19: Face masks are no longer mandatory for visitors to Council facilities.

  • Billilla gardens with stilt walkers and kids playing in front of the house

    Family fun as we reimagine Billilla

    Over 2,200 people turned out for our Billilla Garden Party, enjoying old fashioned lawn games, live music, roving performers and so much more.

  • An older woman in a wheelchair gardening with a younger woman

    Take our healthy ageing survey

    Our Healthy Ageing Team is keen to hear your views.

  • Site map of Billilla Garden Party event

    Billilla Garden Party

    We are having a party and you are invited! Join us in the magnificent gardens of Billilla mansion this Sunday 27 February from 10am – 3pm.

  • Bayside Mayor Cr Alex del Porto, Council CEO Mick Cummins and Deb Brook with large &10,000 cheque

    A boost for those doing it tough

    Bayside relief charities welcome generous donations.

  • A young helmeted woman rides an e-scooter through a park

    Know the rules around e-scooter use

    An incident in Brighton highlights the need for everyone to be aware of e-scooter regulations.

  • Man bottle feeding a baby

    Baby formula alert

    A recall has been issued for some infant formula products.

  • Three adults exercising with blue weights in a warm water pool

    Have your say on warm water pool and wellness centre plans

    We need your feedback on new proposed health and wellbeing facilities for Bayside.

  • Wilson Recreation Reserve in Brighton

    Equitable use of Wilson Recreation Reserve

    Council supports all schools, including Brighton Grammar, in the important role they play in the Bayside community and provides access to sportsgrounds to support healthy and active sports participation.