association – Cr Alex Makin: Councilor for Montague Ward, City of Port Phillip

Discussing experiences as a Councillor for the MAV Stand for Council Campaign

Aug 22, 2012

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in Community Engagement, Maroondah City Council, MAV and ALGA

Being an elected Councillor requires an ongoing time commitment coupled with an understanding of good governance and the ability to respond to community feedback. Victorian council elections will be held at the end of October in all local councils with the exception of Brimbank City Council. The Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) provides introductory sessions…

Media Release: Council motions supported at MAV State Meeting

Jun 1, 2011

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alex

in Accessibility, Community Engagement, Environment, MAV and ALGA, Media Releases, Social Sustainability, Urban Sustainability

Six out of the eight motions tabled by Maroondah City Council were carried at the 26 May Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) State Council meeting. The successful motions related to improving information technology for customer service, general valuations, unfunded superannuation liability, road reserves owned by VicRoads, Tax deductibility for election expenses and building and planning…

MAV State Council Meeting – May 2011

May 26, 2011

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alex

in MAV and ALGA, Urban Sustainability

The Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) is the peak body that represents local government across the State. The MAV represents the interests of local government and advocates on behalf of local councils within Victoria. The MAV holds two State Council meetings each year, where Councils are able to propose motions and debate the direction of…

Ainslie Park Cricket Club

Feb 3, 2011

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alex

in Community Engagement, Social Sustainability, Urban Sustainability

Ainslie Park Cricket Club, based at Ainslie Park in Brentnall Road in Croydon is part of the Ringwood District Cricket Association and has six senior teams, two veteran teams and several junior teams. This evening I attended the Club’s Thursday night dinner to speak to members and the committee. Ainslie Park Cricket Club is working…

Media Release: Push to turn Maroondah’s street lighting green

Oct 27, 2010

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alex

in Community Engagement, Environment, Maroondah City Council, Media Releases, Social Sustainability, Urban Sustainability

Maroondah residents were among more than 3500 people to support a Municipal Association of Victoria petition calling on an upgrade to energy efficient street lighting. Maroondah Mayor Councillor Alex Makin thanked those Maroondah residents who pledged their support to the Give Our Streets the Green Light campaign. “The petition was calling on the State and…

The Maroondah Seniors Festival Expo

Oct 13, 2010

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alex

in Accessibility, Community Engagement, Social Sustainability, Urban Sustainability

The Seniors Festival is held from the 3rd of October through to the 10th and Maroondah holds a range of activities for seniors throughout the festival. The Seniors Festival is designed to empower seniors and to highlight the activities and groups that focus on the needs of senior residents. This morning I had the pleasure…

Media Release: Council signs an Agreement of Mutual Support

Sep 29, 2010

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alex

in Accessibility, Environment, Maroondah City Council, Media Releases, Social Sustainability, Sustainable Transport, Urban Sustainability

Maroondah City Council Mayor Alex Makin has joined five eastern council Mayors in signing an Agreement for Mutual Support in an effort to provide a stronger voice for the region. Councillor Makin said the agreement would deliver a cohesive approach to issues facing the region. “Having the support of our surrounding Councils will mean that…

The 2010 Ringwood Spiders Trophy Presentation Evening

Sep 3, 2010

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alex

in Accessibility, Business Community, Social Sustainability, Sports and Leisure

The Ringwood Spiders is a football club for people with disabilities, competing within the Football Integration Development Association (FIDA) League. The Ringwood Spiders has seen on-going success, including the formation of a second team and the continuation of its cheer squad and junior development squad. This evening I attended the Ringwood Spiders Trophy Presentation Evening,…

Maroondah Art Gallery Exhibition Opening ‘Idee fixe’ & ‘Come into the Garden Maud’

Sep 2, 2010

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alex

in Arts and Culture, Community Engagement

The Maroondah Art Gallery is located at Maroondah Federation Estate in Greenwood Avenue, Ringwood. This evening I attended the opening of two exhibitions, ‘Idée fixe’ and ‘Come into the Garden Maud’. ‘Idée fixe’ includes works from three artists, Penelope Le Petit, Julie Milton and Antoinette de Morton, who utilise printmaking and a range of mediums…

Media Release: Ensuring a sustainable financial future for Maroondah

Jun 30, 2010

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alex

in Maroondah City Council, Media Releases, Sports and Leisure, Urban Sustainability

Maroondah City Council’s Proposed Council Plan 2010-2014 and Proposed Budget 2010-2011 were formally adopted during Council’s Monday 28 June meeting. The documents highlight the key initiatives which underpin the planning and budget blueprints for the Maroondah community. Mayor of Maroondah, Councillor Alex Makin, said the Council Plan set out a broad range of Council activities…

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