Tag: community groups
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Maroondah Citizens Advice Bureau – 2009 Volunteers Luncheon
This afternoon I joined the Maroondah Citizens Advice Bureau for their end of year volunteers luncheon. The Maroondah Citizens Advice Bureau provides emergency relief and referral services for some of the most vulnerable members of our Maroondah community. Interviews and service provision is conducted entirely by volunteers in what is often a demanding and challenging…
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Bendigo Bank Community Meeting
Maroondah has two Bendigo Bank Community Branches, one in Heathmont and one in Ringwood East. This evening the two branches convened a public meeting to discuss projects that could be assisted through the bank’s program of supporting local community groups. Community Banks invest a portion of their profits into local community projects and the branches…
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Eastern FM Annual General Meeting 2009
After the EV’s Youth Volunteer Recognition Evening I attended the 2009 Annual General Meeting of Eastern FM, a community radio station that broadcasts on 98.1 FM. Like many community based organisations, Eastern FM has been undertaking strategic planning for the future, particularly in regard to the introduction of Digital Radio and encouraging new audiences through…
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Rotary Club of Ringwood – 40th anniversary
This afternoon I attended the 40th anniversary of the Rotary Club of Ringwood, which celebrated the organisation’s presence within the Ringwood and Maroondah community. The Rotary Club of Ringwood was chartered on the 27th of October 1969 with 26 initial members. The club was sponsored by the Rotary Club of Box Hill, which supported Ringwood…
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40th anniversary of the Rotary Club of Ringwood
The Rotary Club of Ringwood was founded in 1969 after being sponsored by the Rotary Club of Box Hill. This year marks the 40th anniversary of the Rotary Club of Ringwood and celebrations were held this afternoon to celebrate the occasion. Several foundation members spoke about the origins of the Club and its activities over…
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Ringwood Diving Club – Annual General Meeting
The Ringwood Diving Club is based at the Ringwood Aquatic Centre and utilises the facilities to provide competitive diving and classes for its members. This afternoon the Ringwood Diving Club held its annual general meeting to elect office bearers for the next twelve months and to present trophies to the club members that have excelled…
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Ringwood Bowls Club – 80th anniversary and 2009 Launch Bowls Season Launch
The Ringwood Bowls Club is located at 2-12 Loughnan Road and includes two grass and one artificial green, as well as a clubhouse that also serves as a function centre. Tonight the club celebrated its 80th anniversary and the launch of the 2009 Lawn Bowls Season. The Ringwood Bowls Club has had a long history…
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Media Release: Kids rule the roost come festival time
Some of the most exciting childrens entertainment on Maroondah’s 2009 social calendar can be found at Kids Kingdom – a much anticipated feature of the annual Maroondah Festival. Kids Kingdom features a huge range of free activities, rides and entertainment for young ones. Councillor Alex Makin said festival organisers had jammed as much fun as…
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Ringwood Historical Society – 2009 AGM
Tonight’s Ringwood Historical Society meeting consisted of the 2009 AGM, to elect officebearers for the next twelve months. The club has had a successful year, with the meeting schedule increasing to monthly and a diverse range of speakers and presentations. Tonight’s meeting included a presentation on the history of Fraternal Societies within Ringwood and Maroondah.…
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Maroondah Journal: A celebration of seniors
The Maroondah Journal has reported on Maroondah Seniors Week, part of the Victorian Seniors Festival, which will be held between the 4th and 11th of October. Cr Alex Makin encouraged senior residents to “get and have a go” at the diverse, exciting and enjoyable events organised by Maroondah Council and community organisations. “All you need…