History
Ringwood was originally part of the Shire of Lillydale, which was incorporated as a road district on 19 September 1856, and as a Shire in 1872. Ringwood itself was severed and incorporated as a borough in 22 October 1924. It was proclaimed a city on 19 March 1960.
On 15 December 1994, along with nearly all other councils in Victoria, the City of Ringwood was abolished and merged with Croydon into the newly-created City of Maroondah.
Council meetings were held at the Municipal Offices on Mines Road, Ringwood. It presently serves as the council seat for the City of Maroondah.
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