Catch a double dose of Women’s Big Bash cricket at the newly refurbished Junction Oval on the weekend of 1 and 2 December – it’s gold coin entry – howzat!

Stay up-to-date with the beach litter and drinking rules to keep you and yours safe over the busy summer months. While you’re at it, put the Pride March (Sunday 3 February) and St Kilda Festival (Sunday 10 February) in your diary – and join in the celebrations.

Are you thinking about doing some volunteering in the New Year? Council has a new volunteer’s portal with loads of ways to get involved. To get you started, we’ve listed some interesting volunteer ideas in a variety of fields.

Read young people’s ideas about creating health minds – there’s a lot of wisdom on display.

Events, progress in parks, recycling tips and more,  all in the summer edition of Divercity.