Information Density: City of Melbourne – Signal Evidence & AI Readability

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Welcome to the City of Melbourne

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Libraries
City of Melbourne's libraries welcome people to read, connect, create and learn.

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Work with us
Learn about the exciting career and volunteer opportunities at City of Melbourne.

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Managing graffiti
Help care for our city by reporting illegal graffiti.

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Bins and collections
Find your collection days and what goes in each bin.

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Planning permit register
Search our database of planning permit applications and decisions

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ArtPlay
Creative programs for children up to 13 years of age.

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Melbourne City Baths
Access a range of health and fitness facilities in the city including the CBD's largest swimming pool, gym and a fitness studio.

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View your parking fine

Road closures

Hard waste collections

Melbourne Planning Scheme

How to pay your rates

Kerbside parking and fees

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Latest from the City of Melbourne

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Budget 2026–27
Our Annual Plan and Budget sets out what we will deliver over the next 12 months to support a more liveable Melbourne. The 2026–27 Budget was endorsed by Council on 26 May.
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Applications close 12 June
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2026 Melbourne Awards
The Melbourne Awards celebrate the people, organisations and ideas shaping our city.This year, we’ve refreshed the program to better reflect our community and the people and projects making a difference.
Learn more and apply

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Swimmable Birrarung (Yarra River)
Could inner-city swimming in the Yarra River – Birrarung become a reality? See what steps we’re taking to restore the river and what you can do to help work towards this long-term ambition.
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Melbourne News

Media centre

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Always was, always will be
Get to know Maree Clarke, one of Melbourne’s most prolific artists.

Culture and heritage

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How our Budget backs a more liveable Melbourne
Get the key highlights from our recently adopted Budget.

Economy

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Good food for every Melburnian
We're stepping up with a new food relief program to combat food insecurity.

Community

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What's On Melbourne
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Reconciliation Week: All In
Join us at the library to celebrate National Reconciliation Week 2026.

Multiple locations

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Exhibition: Sonic Labyrinth
You are invited to an immersive discovery of sound.

5 to 13 years

ArtPlay

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Jun

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Melbourne Conversations: The Swimmable Birrarung
Would you swim in the Yarra River - Birrarung?

Federation Square

[H2] Help shape your city
Have your say on projects that matter to you. We regularly ask the community for feedback on our strategies and plans via Participate Melbourne. Community feedback helps to steer our decisions on planning and renewal, the environment, transport, health, technology, and the community.

View projects open for feedback
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Shape Melbourne's future

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Register for updates
Sign up to stay informed of projects of interest to you.

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Neighbourhood parking reviews

Learn how we’re making parking simpler and more available, and have your say on parking in your neighbourhood via our survey.

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Community Engagement Policy review

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Plan the urban forest in your neighbourhood

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Neighbourhoods
Whether you live, work, study or play in our city's neighbourhoods, check out our neighbourhood pages for local events, news and updates relevant to you.

Explore your neighbourhood

Programs and opportunities
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Grants and sponsorship
Learn more about our business grants and sponsorships.

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Startups and innovation
Learn how we support startup businesses and innovation in our city.

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International opportunities
Our international connections can help develop your business.

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Meeting recordings

Watch a livestream or recording of our latest council or committee meeting

See latest meeting

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Upcoming meetings

View the schedule and access documentation for upcoming council and committee meetings.

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Getting involved in meetings

Communicate your point of view by addressing a committee meeting, or submitting correspondence to a committee or Council.

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Aboriginal Melbourne
Melbourne (narrm) is a significant gathering place.

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Older people
We offer a range of programs and services to help older people remain active, independent and living at home.​

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City maps
Explore council services and Melbourne landmarks with our interactive maps.

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Sustainability and climate action
We’re working with our community to transition to a more sustainable and environmentally friendly place.

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Accessibility in Melbourne
Access and enjoy everything our city offers.

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International students
We welcome students from all over the world to Melbourne.

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Business and investment

Plan how to start, grow and go global from Melbourne.

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EOI now open

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Melbourne Innovation and Investment Advisory Board
We’re establishing the new Melbourne Innovation and Investment Advisory Board to help shape Melbourne’s economic, innovation and investment future.Expressions of interest are now open, and we’re seeking experienced leaders with expertise in investment, innovation leadership, commercial strategy or precinct transformation.Applications close 10 May, 11.45pm.

Learn more and apply now
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Precinct improvements

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Voluntary Co-investment Pilot
This pilot is a business‑led partnership between City of Melbourne and the Docklands and Collins Street Business Precinct Associations. We're seeking interested stakeholders from these precincts to join the pilot. The initiative will enable business to identify and co‑fund additional improvements for their precincts – beyond Council’s existing services – enhancing performance, amenity and overall experience.

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Business support service

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Business Concierge
Our dedicated team of Business Concierge officers provide support and advice on how to start or grow your business.Contact our officers by phone on 9658 9658 or request an appointment with us via our online form.

Start a conversation

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Economic Development Strategy

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The Melbourne Advantage
Our new Economic Development Strategy 2030 is an exciting and ambitious roadmap, worthy of our great city.This powerful strategy positions us as the Asia-Pacific’s city of choice for innovation, talent and opportunity – an exciting journey that Melbourne is uniquely positioned to take.

Learn more

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News and updates
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Business newsletter and Melbourne news
News and updates
Keep up to date with business news and find regular updates on grants, support, free training and more. Latest Business in Melbourne newsletter External link Subscribe to Business in Melbourne newsletter External link

Melbourne News

Useful information and resources
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Get support

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Business Concierge
Our team provides support and advice on how to start or grow your business.

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Self-assessment tool

Enter your business details to find the permits and forms that you need.

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Startups and innovation

Learn how we support startup businesses and innovation in our city.

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Precinct business associations

Become a member of your local precinct business association.

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Coworking spaces

Find flexible and mobile desk and office space solutions.

Permits and approvals
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Find more permits

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Hospitality businesses
Everything you need to know about operating a hospitality business.

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Street trading
We issue permits and provide guidance on street trading activities.

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Promotional activities
Marketing activities to support events and local businesses.

Guides, programs and services
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Find more resources

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Melbourne Economy Snapshot
Harness the latest city activity data to boost your business.

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Make your business accessible

Make your business more accessible for everybody.

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Waste and recycling for businesses

Explore waste and recycling services for businesses.

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Sustainable business

Guides to reduce the environmental impact of your business.

supporting local business
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Find more grants

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Business Growth and Impact Grants
Funding support for small businesses.

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Business Event Sponsorship Program
Provides funding to support business events.

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Our Invest Melbourne team can help you unlock your business potential and join the many innovative and successful companies investing here in Melbourne.

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Invest Melbourne

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Why Melbourne?
Learn why Melbourne is such an attractive and exciting business location.

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International connections
Our international connections can help develop your business.

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Invest Melbourne Advisory Board

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Invest Melbourne on LinkedIn

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The Melbourne Advantage
Our Economic Development Strategy 2030 is an exciting and ambitious roadmap, worthy of our great city.

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Melbourne as a global city
Supporting a strong economy, innovation, sustainability and resilient communities.

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Experience Melbourne 2028
A destination management plan for Melbourne’s visitor economy.

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Retrofit Melbourne
Our comprehensive plan to support commercial building retrofits.

Report concerns
Report issues, late night activity or amenity concerns.

Report

Business in Melbourne newsletter
Subscribe for regular news and updates on grants, free training and support.

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Community and residents

Important information and services for people who are living, working, studying in or visiting the City of Melbourne.

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Pay my rates

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Register or renew my pet's registration

Report a noise issue

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Book an immunisation

Report a lost or damaged bin, or missed collection

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Report illegally dumped waste

Register for a playgroup

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Community and residents
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Home and neighbourhood
Discover the character and diversity of the city's neighbourhoods and important information for residents.

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Waste and recycling
Find services for residential recycling and waste disposal.

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Rates
Your rates help to better connect the city’s people and places, create a sustainable and prosperous city, and support our neighbourhoods and businesses.

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Pets
We are proud of our reputation as a pet-friendly city.

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Children and families

Services and support for children and families in our community.

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Health and wellbeing

We're committed to improving environmental and public health.

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Inclusion and support services

Melbourne is a city for all people.

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International students

We welcome students from all over the world to Melbourne.

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Support for community organisations

Supporting organisations, programs and services that develop a sense of community in the municipality.

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Safety and emergencies

Read about CCTV and emergency preparedness.

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Read more on Melbourne News

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Always was, always will be
Get to know Maree Clarke, one of Melbourne’s most prolific artists.

Culture and heritage

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How our Budget backs a more liveable Melbourne
Get the key highlights from our recently adopted Budget.

Economy

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Good food for every Melburnian
We're stepping up with a new food relief program to combat food insecurity.

Community

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Children's programs
Preschooler storytimes, school holiday programs, homework and after school clubs.

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School holiday activities
Stay entertained during the holidays.

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Programs and events
Discover a range of activities for older people.

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Connect with international students
Join the My Melbourne program.

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Resident spotlight
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Pets in Melbourne
Resident spotlight
There are many benefits to owning a pet, including companionship and positive health impacts. The City of Melbourne encourages responsible pet ownership.

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Before you buy a pet
Before you buy a pet, have you considered the following?

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Pet registration
Register, renew or update your dog or cat with the City of Melbourne. Pet registration is required by law and helps reunite lost pets with their owners. Registration is free for the 2026–27 period, but you must still renew by the due date.

Register

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Responsible pet ownership
Find out your responsibilities as a pet owner.

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Business Concierge: business support service

Our dedicated team of Business Concierge officers provide support and advice on how to start or grow your business.

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How we can help

Events

Book into a library session

Request an appointment

Our Business Concierge team is the largest council-run service of its kind in Australia, offering tailored advice online or in person.
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Our Business Concierge officers can help your business by:guiding you through all the stages of starting a new businessproviding information on legislative, permit and registration requirementsconnecting you with mentoring services, workshops and networking eventsassisting existing business owners with council-related matters.We serve all industries such as hospitality, accommodation, retail or nighttime economy venues, BioMed, FinTech, professional services and health and well-being, education or training premises.You can contact our Business Concierge officers by phone on 9658 9658 or use the form below to request an appointment with us. We can also visit you at your premises on request. We offer our services in multiple languages through interpreters.

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Let’s talk business at the Libraries
Book into a 30-minute session with one of our Business Concierge Officers at your preferred library.

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Self-assessment tool
Enter your business details to find the permits and forms that you need.

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Start a business
Find useful information and resources for starting a business.

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Investing in Melbourne
Our team can help you unlock your business potential in Melbourne.