Nunawading Council Services — Everything You Need

Your council does more than collect bins — here’s what you’re actually paying rates for

Waste & Recycling

Old Works — 39 Johnston Road

The go-to option for most locals. Pricing is transparent — no hidden fees. Rating: ★★★½☆.

Mia — 229 Thomas Terrace

Under the radar but deserving of more attention. Pricing is transparent — no hidden fees. Rating: ★★★★★.

Local Laws & Permits

Ava (237 Johnston Road) — Worth knowing about in Nunawading. Check their website for current hours. Popular with locals for good reason.

Local — 119 Market Terrace

Been around long enough that quality is consistent. Family-friendly with designated areas. Rating: ★★★★½.

Community Programs

Store — 324 Mary Grove

A newer addition that has earned its place. The owner is usually on-site and hands-on. Rating: ★★★½☆.

Sparrow — 305 Thomas Terrace

The go-to option for most locals. The owner is usually on-site and hands-on. Rating: ★★★★½.

Marco’s (232 Johnston Road) — One of the better ones in Nunawading. Open daily. Not flashy, just good at what they do.

Parks & Maintenance

Nico’s — 369 Thomas Terrace

A newer addition that has earned its place. Family-friendly with designated areas. Rating: ★★★½☆.

Nina Commons (160 Johnston Road) — Worth knowing about in Nunawading. Check their website for current hours. Popular with locals for good reason.

Gus — 112 Murray Crescent

Under the radar but deserving of more attention. The owner is usually on-site and hands-on. Rating: ★★★½☆.

Contact & Offices

The Red Lane — 138 Johnston Road

Under the radar but deserving of more attention. Family-friendly with designated areas. Rating: ★★★★½.

Common Corner (141 Thomas Terrace) — One of the better ones in Nunawading. Recently renovated. The staff are knowledgeable and helpful.

Quick Reference

Category	Details
Suburb	Nunawading
Region	Melbourne East
Character	Residential, friendly, growing
Transport	Public transport options in Nunawading
Coffee price	$4.50-5.00
Dinner out	$22-38 pp

Tips for Residents

Save the council number. For Nunawading, your local council handles everything from noise complaints to hard rubbish collection. Their website has online forms for most requests — it is faster than calling.
Join local groups. The Nunawading Facebook group and community boards are where you’ll find out about events, lost pets, and neighbourhood news before it hits the papers. Also check Nextdoor for hyperlocal updates.
Support local. The businesses on Market Terrace are what give Nunawading its character. Use them or lose them — every dollar spent locally recirculates in the suburb economy.
Know the parking rules. Most streets around Market Terrace are 2-hour metered zones Mon-Fri. Side streets are unrestricted after 6pm and on weekends. The council does ticket — don’t push your luck.
Bin schedule. Green lid (general waste) is weekly. Yellow lid (recycling) and green waste alternate fortnightly. Hard rubbish collection is booked through the council — you get 2 free pickups per year.
Report issues. Potholes, graffiti, damaged footpaths, illegal dumping — report through the council’s Snap Send Solve app or their website. They actually fix things when they’re reported.

Detailed Area Guide

Getting Around

Public transport options in Nunawading. Most daily errands in Nunawading can be done on foot if you live near the main strip. For supermarkets and bulk shopping, a car or rideshare is more practical. Cycling infrastructure is improving with new bike lanes on Market Terrace.

Shopping & Errands

The main commercial strip along Market Terrace covers most basics: pharmacy, post office, newsagent, and several takeaway options. For major grocery shopping, there’s a Woolworths within 5-10 minutes. The IGA is handy for quick top-ups.

Weather & Seasons

Melbourne weather applies: dress in layers, keep an umbrella in the car, and never trust a sunny morning. Nunawading is cooler in summer than western suburbs due to proximity to parks. The parks are best in autumn (March-May) and spring (September-November). Summer evenings are genuinely pleasant here — long daylight, outdoor dining, and the neighbourhood comes alive.

Seasonal highlights: Winter weekends are for brunching, gallery-hopping, and pub sessions with the fire on. The community garden is active year-round.

Cost of Living Quick Reference

General daily costs in Nunawading: coffee $4.50-5.00, brunch $17-25, dinner out $22-38 per person. For more detailed pricing across all categories, see our Nunawading Cost of Living Guide.

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Last updated: March 2026

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