Tag: bus services
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Environment Workshop: Combating Climate Change
Combating Climate Change is the second of two workshops organised by Maroondah City Council to explore the issue of climate change. While the first workshop provided an introduction to the issue of climate change, this workshop will offer practical advice on what people can do at home to save energy and reduce their ecological footprint.…
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Environment Workshop: All About Climate Change
All About Climate Change is the first of two workshops organised by Maroondah City Council to explore the issue of climate change. The workshop will feature a presentation from an Al Gore ambassador (An Inconvenient Truth) with the aim of providing a greater understanding of how our climate is changing and how it will impact…
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Media Release: Find out what climate change is all about
Heard about climate change but not sure how you make a difference? Then come along to Maroondah City Council’s free workshops on Climate Change and Energy Efficiency during November. Councillor Alex Makin said the first workshop, All About Climate Change focuses on exploring the issue of climate change and the concept of an ecological footprint.…
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Eastern Volunteers Resource Centre : Launch of Kia Carnival
Amongst its referral and training services, the Eastern Volunteers Resource Centre also provides transport for people with disabilities and the frail aged. This service is available for medical and health care appointments, day care programs, social and recreational activities, shopping and family visits and aims to assist people to live independently within their homes. While…
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Maroondah Forum for People with Disabilities and Carers – final meeting for 2007
Maroondah’s Forum for People with Disabilities and Carers provides an opportunity for the community to raise access and inclusion concerns directly with Maroondah City Council. The forum is held on a quarterly basis and often includes updates from Maroondah City Council, transport providers and government. Maroondah is currently revising its Disability Policy and Action Plan…
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2007 Maroondah Business Week Awards
Maroondah Business Week has concluded for 2007 with the presentation of the Business Week Awards. The Maroondah Business Week Awards provide the opportunity to recognise Maroondah based businesses that have excelled over the past twelve months. A total of 21 businesses were nominated for this year’s Business Week awards and all nominees should be congratulated…
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Media Release: Eastern Transport Coalition welcomes Federal Government funding
The Eastern Transport Coalition welcomes the announcement of Federal Government funding for grade separation at the Springvale Road, Nunawading railway crossing. Councillor Alex Makin represents Maroondah City Council on the Eastern Transport Coalition. “The funding from the Federal Government for this important public transport infrastructure improvement, while assisting road traffic congestion, also paves the way…
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2007 Maroondah Business Week Breakfast with Dean Jones
Maroondah Business Week provides the opportunity to showcase the range of businesses that exist within Maroondah and includes a range of workshops and events to assist businesses in their growth and development. Today’s business breakfast included Dean Jones, Victorian Cricketer and commentator, who spoke about the importance of team building and decisive leadership. Dean spoke…