Category: Media Releases
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Media Release: Shirley Valentine emerges at Karralyka
Travel on a life changing journey full funny yet moving moments with Willy Russell’s award winning play Shirley Valentine, performing at Maroondah’s Karralyka Centre on Saturday 7 June. Councillor Alex Makin said this touching story sets the scene for a fantastic evening of entertainment and is a great way to spend an evening out with…
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Media Release: Enjoy a great shoot out at Karralyka!
You’ll have to get in quickly to enjoy a great shoot out at Karralyka Theatre when Irving Berlin’s greatest stage musical, Annie Get Your Gun, comes to town. Councillor Alex Makin said John Lidgerwood’s Music Theatre Company’s presentation of this much loved show is part of Maroondah’s annual Morning Music program. “You’ll need to book…
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Media Release: Create a limestone sculpture
Limestone has been used by sculptors around the world for thousands of years to create artwork that is famous for its beauty and longevity. Councillor Alex Makin said Wyreena Community Arts Centre has two workshops coming up which will introduce participants to the art of limestone sculpture. “Limestone is a light, even textured stone that…
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Media Release: Council view on ward boundaries must be transparent
Cr. Alex Makin has condemned Maroondah City Council for its failure to adequately represent the community over proposed ward boundary changes. “Community consultation held in November last year made it clear that the community supported the introduction of a new ward structure including multi-member wards,” Cr. Makin said. The Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) is required…
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Media Release: Public transport high on Rudd’s 2020 summit agenda
The Eastern Transport Coalition has issued a media release following the recent Your Local 2020 Summit hosted by the Federal Members for Chisholm, Deakin, Holt, Hotham, Bruce and Isaacs. Councillor Alex Makin, the Deputy Chair of the group, represents Maroondah City Council on the Eastern Transport Coalition and attended the summit. “The Eastern Transport Coalition…
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Media Release: Get to know Lockhart Reserve
Maroondah City Council’s Know Your Parks series continues for this year, with the next session being held at Lockhart Reserve on Tuesday 15 April. Councillor Alex Makin said the event is a great chance for Loughnan’s Hill Ward residents to get together and learn more about Lockhart Reserve on Tuesday 15 April from 4pm to…
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Media Release: Pet registrations due
Did you know that April is the most important month of the year for pet owners? Councillor Alex Makin said Thursday 10 April is the date by which every responsible pet owner must register their dogs and cats over the age of three months. “By registering your pets you are ensuring they can be returned…
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Media Release: ETC seeks budget commitments from Federal and State Governments
In submissions to the State and Federal Governments the ETC has sought co-operation to tackle one of the most significant contributors to rising greenhouse gases and rising petrol prices – private transport. Cr Mick Van De Vreede, ETC Chairperson said that the seven councils wanted to see the funding criteria for AusLink changed to allow…
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Media Release: Philip Gould in concert
One of Australia’s most loved performers, Philip Gould, is preparing to bring his highly anticipated stage show to Karralyka as part of the 2008 Maroondah Morning Music Program. Councillor Alex Makin said it was very exciting to have such an internationally renowned performer gracing the Karralyka stage. “Many Australians grew up listening to the talents…
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Media Release: Visit one of these sites for Clean Up Australia Day
Spend an hour or two at one of the registered Clean Up Australia Day sites in the City of Maroondah and help to ‘Clean up Maroondah’ on Clean Up Australia Day, Sunday 2 March. Councillor Alex Makin said Council and community coordinators would gladly welcome extra pairs of hands on the day. “Maroondah City Council…