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

Speaking at the Probus Club of Heathmont

Feb 1, 2010

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in Community Engagement, Urban Sustainability

Probus is an organisation for retirees, which supports fellowship and activities within the community and shares a similar history to Rotary. Like Rotary, each Probus Club is largely autonomous and meets on a regular basis to keep its members informed and connected. This morning I spoke at the Probus Club of Heathmont to discuss my…

Australia Day at Ringwood Lake

Jan 26, 2010

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alex

in Community Engagement, Urban Sustainability

After the Australia Day Awards and Citizenship Ceremony I joined the festivities at Ringwood Lake. The event included a free barbecue, as well as bands at the Soundshell situated at the Lake and is supported by community organisations, including the Scouts and Guides. The pleasant weather ensured strong involvement from members of our community, who…

Rotary Club of Croydon – Raffle Draw

Dec 22, 2009

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alex

in Community Engagement, Rotary

The Rotary Club of Croydon is one of two Rotary clubs based in Maroondah and meets on a weekly basis each Tuesday evening. Rotary Clubs, while being part of Rotary International, are largely autonomous and able to devote time and funds to local community based projects. This afternoon I was invited to conduct the raffle…

Raffle Draw for the Lions Club of Croydon

Dec 20, 2009

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alex

in Community Engagement

The Lions Club of Croydon is a service club that meets on a fortnightly basis at Club Ringwood on the corner of Maroondah Highway and Oban Road. This afternoon I was invited to draw the winner for the Lions Club of Croydon raffle, which was based at Croydon Centro Shopping Centre. The raffle attracted strong…

Eastern Volunteers – End of Year Luncheon

Dec 18, 2009

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alex

in Accessibility, Business Community, Community Engagement, Urban Sustainability

Eastern Volunteers is a not-for-profit community based organisation that provides volunteer recruitment and transport services for the frail aged and people with disabilities. Like many not-for-profit organisations Eastern Volunteers has a number of part-time staff and volunteers who all work different hours and days during the week. This afternoon Eastern Volunteers organised a lunch for…

Croydon Stroke Support Group 2009 Luncheon

Dec 17, 2009

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alex

in Accessibility, Community Engagement, Social Sustainability, Urban Sustainability

The Croydon Stroke Support Group is a community organisation that provides support for people that have experienced stroke and their carers. The group provides a range of activities for its members, including an art therapy program and social outings, as well as producing information guides on stroke and its effects. This afternoon I was invited…

Delegates’ Report: End of Year Functions for 2009

Dec 14, 2009

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alex

in Accessibility, Business Community, Community Engagement, Urban Sustainability

This time of year is synonymous with end of year functions and I’ve attended several over the past month, including: The Maroondah Citizens Advice Bureau on the 1st of December, North Ringwood Community House, where I was joined by ward colleagues, Cr. Nora Lamont and Cr Ann Fraser on the 4th of December, The Ringwood…

2009 Maroondah Carols by Candlelight

Dec 13, 2009

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alex

in Community Engagement, Speeches and Presentations

The Maroondah Carols by Candlelight is an annual event organised by the City of Maroondah and held at Ainslie Park in Croydon. The Carols provides an evening for families and an opportunity to showcase the musical talent that exists within Maroondah, including Maroondah Brass, Croydon Wind Symphony and Maroondah Singers. This evening, as the Mayor…

Maroondah Journal: Residents have crucial role, says new mayor

Dec 8, 2009

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alex

in Business Community, Maroondah City Council

One of my priorities as the Mayor for the next twelve months is to encourage community participation. The Maroondah Journal has reported on these aims: Maroondah’s new mayor has called on the community to become more involved in its own future. Cr Alex Makin, who was elected mayor at a special meeting last Wednesday, said…

Enjoying Planned Retirement – The 2009/2010 Bocce Season

Dec 1, 2009

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alex

in Community Engagement, Sports and Leisure, Urban Sustainability

Enjoying Planned Retirement (EPR) is based at Norwood Hall along Warrandyte Road and provides a range of activities for Maroondah’s senior citizens. One of the permanent fixtures of the EPR calendar is bocce with today marking the launch of the 2009/2010 bocce season. The pleasant weather and strong interest ensured a large number of attendees…

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