Darebin City Council
Government AdministrationQueensland, Australia501-1000 Employees
City of Darebin is a local government authority serving Melbourne's inner northern suburbs, including Northcote, Fairfield, Reservoir, Thornbury, and parts of Alphington, Kingsbury, Macleod, and Preston. Based in Preston, Victoria, Australia, the council serves a diverse community speaking many languages and spanning a range of socio-economic backgrounds. It is one of the municipality's largest employers, delivering a broad set of services and community programs while pursuing commitments to environmental sustainability and social justice. Operating in the government administration sector, Darebin collaborates with neighboring municipalities to promote community participation and shared priorities and provides an inclusive workplace culture. The area is well served by public transport and hosts two significant tertiary institutions. A notable leadership development occurred in 2025 when Anne Howard was appointed chief executive officer, taking the role in July 2025.