City of Yarra

The City of Yarra is a local government organization based in Melbourne, Australia. It has recently gained attention for two distinct policy decisions. Firstly, the council has joined other Australian councils, including the City of Brisbane and Canterbury-Bankstown, in banning AI smart glasses at public swimming pools. This move is a response to concerns about the potential misuse of the technology by predators. Secondly, the City of Yarra has voted to terminate a trial of Lime electric bikes. The decision was made because the e-bikes reportedly failed to meet the council's 'bare minimum standards.' These recent actions highlight the council's engagement with contemporary technological and safety issues affecting public spaces and services within its jurisdiction.