citizens advice bureau – Cr Alex Makin: Councilor for Montague Ward, City of Port Phillip

Opening the new Maroondah Handicrafts Store

Sep 10, 2010

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in Community Engagement, Social Sustainability, Urban Sustainability

Maroondah Handicrafts, is a not-for-profit cooperative that was formed in 1975 to provide an opportunity to bring people together with a common interest in making handicrafts. The group established a shop in Ringwood East and has been trading for over thirty years. This afternoon I was invited to launch Maroondah Handicrafts new store in Heathmont,…

Ringwood East Traders Fair

Dec 5, 2009

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alex

in Business Community, Community Engagement

The Ringwood East Traders Fair, located at Railway Avenue, Ringwood East involves local traders and stallholders who provide a market for the local community. The fair includes a barbecue and a raffle which is drawn at midday. Proceeds are donated to a nominated community organisation, which is chosen by the business that organises the fair…

Maroondah Citizens Advice Bureau Website

Aug 21, 2009

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alex

in Community Engagement, Urban Sustainability

The Maroondah Citizens Advice Bureau is a not-for-profit community organisation which provides advice, referrals and emergency relief to people in need. The organisation provides monthly training sessions for its volunteers to encourage the development of new skills and to provide an opportunity to keep volunteers informed of activities within the organisation. This afternoon I conducted…

Maroondah Citizens Advice Bureau Policy Adoption

Jul 27, 2009

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alex

in Community Engagement, Maroondah City Council

Policies and good governance help ensure a sustainable future for a non-profit organisation, through outlining acceptable behaviour and providing clarity and certainty for staff, volunteers and the committee of management. This afternoon the Maroondah Citizens Advice Bureau committee of management formally adopted polices covering several areas of the organisation, including volunteer recruitment, the committee of…

Delegates' Report: Community Houses, water conservation and upcoming conferences

Apr 20, 2009

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alex

in Accessibility, Community Engagement, Maroondah City Council, Urban Sustainability

On the 24th of March I attended the Ringwood Precinct Open House, which provided an opportunity for residents living within the Ringwood Central Activities District and namely the residential area to the west of Ringwood to actively engage council and discuss any concerns they may have. It was great to see a strong interest from…

Maroondah Citizens Advice Bureau 41st AGM

Apr 1, 2009

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alex

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

The Maroondah Citizens Bureau is a non-profit community based organisation that aims to provide a range of support services and referrals for people in need, in order to enable them to be independent and effective members of the community. Today’s annual general meeting provided an opportunity to reflect on the changes within the organisation, including…

Maroondah Citizens Advice Bureau meeting

Jan 31, 2009

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alex

in Maroondah City Council, MAV and ALGA

The Maroondah Citizens’ Advice Bureau began in 1967, with the founding of the Ringwood Advisory Service, which was one of the first advisory services at the time. The organisation became known as the Maroondah Citizens’ Advice Bureau Inc. following council amalgamations in 1996. The Maroondah Citizens’ Advice Bureau delivers crucial support for some of Maroondah’s…

Rotary Club of Ringwood – 'my life, my job'

Dec 3, 2008

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alex

in Community Engagement, Environment, Maroondah City Council, Rotary, Speeches and Presentations

The Rotary Club of Ringwood, as part of Rotary International has a focus on fellowship and service for the community. To encourage fellowship, new members are encouraged to present an introductory speech entitled ‘my life, my job’ to discuss their occupation and interest in Rotary. Tonight I was invited to deliver my introductory speech, where…

Maroondah Citizens Advice Bureau – 2008 end of year function

Nov 21, 2008

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alex

in Community Engagement, Maroondah City Council, Social Sustainability, Urban Sustainability

The Maroondah Citizen’s Advice Bureau provides emergency relief and referral services for some of Maroondah’s most vulnerable residents. The Bureau is staffed almost entirely by volunteers and today’s end of year luncheon provided an opportunity to thank the committed individuals who dedicate their time to assist other people in need. This year has seen a…

Media Release: No show candidates proves lack of commitment

Nov 6, 2008

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alex

in Community Engagement, Maroondah City Council, Media Releases

Alex Makin, a candidate for the Mullum Ward has slammed the council candidates who failed to attend a community forum at North Ringwood Community House. “It is bitterly disappointing that a council candidate would choose to ignore a designated candidates’ forum”, Alex Makin, candidate for the Mullum Ward said. “This lack of attendance clearly demonstrates…

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