Some Bayside venues will be closed or operating on reduced hours over the 2026 public holidays, including Easter, ANZAC Day, the King’s Birthday and Labour Day.

Bayside Council has secured funding to naturalise the Spring Street drain and enhance the Rockdale wetlands corridor between Barton Park and Riverine Park, marking a significant step forward in the long-term restoration of the area.

Creative Carlton burst to life on Saturday 21 March, as Bayside Council transformed the heart of Carlton into a colourful, high-energy celebration of arts, culture and community.

Eastgardens Library will undergo a short, scheduled refresh later this month, with Rooms 6 and 7 temporarily closed from Tuesday 24 March to Thursday 26 March 2026 to allow essential works to take place.

Residents are invited to pick up free pre-loved books at Bayside Libraries from Monday 23 March to Monday 13 April 2026, with a wide and ever-changing selection of second-hand titles available for all ages and interests.

Bayside Library is strengthening and enriching its Chinese-language collection through direct consultation with local Chinese-speaking community members, ensuring the collection reflects the voices, interests and cultural diversity of the community.