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

Media Release: Maroondah’s volunteers recognised

Nov 10, 2010

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in Community Engagement, Media Releases, Social Sustainability, Urban Sustainability

Time is a valuable commodity in the hustle and bustle of everyday life. But time is something that Maroondah City Council’s volunteers are willing to offer every day as they assist their fellow community members and our natural environment. Maroondah City Council hosted a special function at the Karralyka Centre on Thursday 11 November to…

2010 Regional Adult Community Education Awards

Nov 4, 2010

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alex

in Accessibility, Community Engagement, Environment, Social Sustainability, Urban Sustainability

The Regional Adult Community Education Awards is a new initiative from the Adult and Community Further Education (ACFE) board to recognise excellence within community houses and learning centres in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs. This evening I attended the inaugural awards which were held in the City of Whitehorse. While ACFE hosts State-wide awards for the adult…

Launch of the Redevelopment of Glen Park Community Centre

Jul 10, 2010

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alex

in Accessibility, Community Engagement, Speeches and Presentations, Urban Sustainability

Glen Park Community Centre is located in Glen Park Road in Bayswater North and has strong emphasis on community development, as well as providing courses for the local community. The Community Centre was recently redeveloped, through a partnership between Glen Park and SCOPE, to provide an accessible facility that can provide an inclusive environment for…

Media Release: Central Ringwood Community Centre upgrade unveiled

May 19, 2010

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alex

in Community Engagement, Media Releases, Urban Sustainability

Federal Treasurer Wayne Swan will join Mayor of Maroondah, Cr Alex Makin, to unveil a series of upgrades to Central Ringwood Community Centre on site tomorrow (20 May). Cr Makin said the $200,000 upgrade would improve the experience of centre users. “This project has led to the creation of a new area for community groups…

Speaking to the Fab 50s Social Group

Mar 25, 2010

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alex

in Accessibility, Community Engagement, Sustainable Transport

The Fab 50s are a social group that meets at North Ringwood Community House. The group aims to provide a social environment and alternates between off-site activities and meetings at the community house. This morning I was invited as the guest speaker at the Fab 50s, where I discussed my involvement with the North Ringwood…

Wellbeing of the Sudanese Community within Maroondah

Feb 7, 2010

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alex

in Community Engagement, Urban Sustainability

The City of Maroondah is home to many Sudanese refugees, who settled within the municipality to start a new life within Australia. While many community organisations and facilities have welcomed the Sudanese community, they have experienced some ongoing difficulties in securing employment and housing. This afternoon I attended a public meeting convened by the Maroondah…

North Ringwood Community House – End of Year Barbecue

Dec 4, 2009

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alex

in Accessibility, Community Engagement, Urban Sustainability

North Ringwood Community House is currently situated at the rear of the Holy Spirit Primary School at 120 Oban Road. The organisation provides a range of courses and is the only Community House that is accredited as a Registered Training Organisation within the City of Maroondah. This accreditation means that North Ringwood Community House is able to…

St Stephens Community Living Centre

Aug 3, 2009

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alex

in Community Engagement, Social Sustainability, Urban Sustainability

St Stephens Community Living Centre, is located at 28 Freemen Street in Ringwood East and operates similarly to a Community House, with a range of classes being available within the facilities. The Community Living Centre has an emphasis on community wellbeing and provides a range of classes covering health, fitness and creativity. The Community Living…

Learning and Reconciliation Maroondah – Annual General Meeting

Jul 20, 2009

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alex

in Accessibility, Community Engagement, Environment, Urban Sustainability

Learning and Reconciliation Maroondah is one of two community based organisations promoting understanding and reconciliation with Indigenous Australians. This afternoon I attended a luncheon to acknowledge the dedication of Ann Longridge, who served as convenor of the group for the past six years. Ann along with Learning and Reconciliation Maroondah has assisted in promoting the…

North Ringwood Community House – Business Plan Workshop

Jun 12, 2009

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alex

in Accessibility, Business Community, Community Engagement, Environment, Urban Sustainability

North Ringwood Community House, is located at 120 Oban Road in Ringwood and is the only community house in Maroondah that is not located on council land. North Ringwood Community House is unique, since it is an accredited Registered Training Organisation and offers TAFE qualifications such as Certificates III and IV in areas such as…

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