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A skip bin provider must have a permit before placing a skip bin on a road, nature strip, footpath or Council land in Knox.

A skip bin placed on private property does not need a permit.

You can only build a second dwelling, townhouses or units on your land if your property is suitable.

These multi-unit developments are also called dual occupancies, units or townhouses.

Knox City Council continues to take steps to reduce our carbon footprint. We also support residents and business to improve energy efficiency and transition to clean energy.

Knox City Council, Knox Environment Society and our community have joined up to create Gardens for Wildlife (G4W).

The program helps residents and businesses support native wildlife by creating suitable habitat.

Information on issues with overgrown tree branches, plants and foliage from private property, including how to report overhanging vegetation hazards.

Needles and syringes must be disposed of safely in syringe (or 'sharps') containers.

Don't throw away sharps containers with general or recyclable rubbish, or green waste. 

Chemical fires, smoke or spills can release chemicals and smoke into the air.

Smoke and toxic air can cause serious harm if you breathe it in.

Knox Fest is a free community event on Saturday 1 March 2025 from 10 am – 10 pm at Wally Tew Reserve, Ferntree Gully.

The Public Interest Disclosures Act 2012 (Vic) ensures that people who report improper conduct and corruption in the Victorian public sector can do so knowing they will be protected.

The Leisure Minor Capital Works Grant Scheme (LMCWGS) offers to fund to local leisure and sporting groups. This supports Minor Capital Works or facility improvements on Knox City Council Reserves.

Learn more about the scheme and how to apply.

The Knox Multicultural Advisory Committee advises Council on multicultural issues and the promotion of cultural diversity.

It’s made up of Councillors, Council officers and community members from culturally diverse communities and professionals who work in multicultural services.

Knox City Council has developed the Green Areas and Rural Strategy (GARS) to cover areas that are of environmental, recreational, agricultural, rural living and landscape significance to the community.