More than a name

Place names are more than just names. They help tell the story of our community. They recognise places that are important to our history and culture, and they reflect who we are as a community. Place names help shape Banyule’s identity.

Clear and consistent place names are important for everyday life. They help people find locations, support deliveries and services, and allow emergency services to reach people quickly and safely. Place names are also an important part of our cultural heritage.

Banyule Council is responsible for naming roads, buildings and places across the city, following clear rules set by Geographic Names Victoria. The Road and Place Naming Policy explains the steps Council takes to meet legal requirements and ensure names are chosen carefully and fairly, including asking the community for feedback so names reflect shared values and diversity. It also aims to address the current imbalance in place names by encouraging recognition of First Nations culture and important women.

Have your say on how we name future places and spaces in Banyule.

Get involved

Other ways to get involved

  • Community information sessions

    Hear about the Road and Place Naming Policy and speak with Council staff. There will be an opportunity to ask questions.

    Monday 27 July, 10am - 12noon (bookings link in project timeline)
    Greensborough Service Centre (WaterMarc)
    Community Meeting Rooms, Olympia and Hawdon Room
    Lvl 4, 1 Flintoff Street, Greensborough

    Thursday 30 July, 6pm - 8pm (bookings link in project timeline)
    Ivanhoe Library and Cultural Hub,
    Community Rooms, Wilim Ngarrgu 2
    275 Upper Heidelberg Road, Ivanhoe

What can you influence?

These are elements that can be shaped by discussion and your feedback:

  • naming priorities and targets set by Council
  • Council’s approach to community engagement throughout individual naming processes.

These are fixed requirements that must be met:

  • compliance with the Naming Rules
  • legislative requirements
  • minimum community engagement requirements
  • avoiding duplication of names
  • ensuring public safety
  • not using offensive or inappropriate names.

Frequently asked questions

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