Tag: community

Signing the Ringwood Station Petition

Sep 1, 2010

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alex

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

The ongoing need for the redevelopment of Ringwood Station is a major priority for the Maroondah community and Council will be advocating very strongly to secure funding through the State Election in November. The steep ramps at Ringwood Station do not meet disability compliance standards and the station itself does not provide the amenities required…
Media Release: Mayor leads by example in station advocacy campaign

Sep 1, 2010

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alex

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

“Today marks the start of our campaign to secure a commitment from all major state political parties to commit to an upgrade of Ringwood Station within the term of the next government,” Maroondah Mayor Alex Makin said. “I am proud to be the first signatory on the petition which we hope will see Ringwood Station…
Media Release: Community expo on Maroondah Aquatic and Leisure proposal a success

Sep 1, 2010

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alex

in Community Engagement, Media Releases, Social Sustainability, Sports and Leisure, Urban Sustainability

At least two more information expos on the proposed Maroondah Aquatic and Leisure facility are planned following the success of the Eastland expo on August 26. Maroondah Mayor Alex Makin said the expo gave the community a chance to see how the proposed facility would provide exciting aquatic and leisure activities for all members of…
Melbourne Symphony Orchestra “Mozart’s Masterworks”

Sep 1, 2010

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alex

in Arts and Culture, Community Engagement

The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra is the oldest professional orchestra in Australia, with its first concert being conducted in 1906. This evening the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra performed at the George Wood Performing Arts Centre as part of its Metropolitan Tour. The Tour involves the Orchestra performing at a number of Metropolitan and Regional Centres and we…
Media Release: Council launches petition to upgrade Ringwood Station

Aug 25, 2010

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alex

in Accessibility, Community Engagement, Environment, Health Safety Wellbeing committee, Media Hub, Media Releases, Social Sustainability, Sustainable Transport, Urban Sustainability

Maroondah City Council is calling on all state political parties to commit to delivering a safe, accessible and integrated Ringwood Station within the term of the next State Government. On September 1, Council will launch a petition as the first stage of a community based campaign calling for the Station redevelopment. Maroondah Mayor Alex Makin…
Media Release: Council congratulates MPs on their win

Aug 25, 2010

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alex

in Media Releases, Social Sustainability, Sports and Leisure, Urban Sustainability

Maroondah City Council congratulates the re-elected Federal Members of Parliament in the seats of Deakin, Casey and Menzies. Maroondah Mayor Alex Makin said Council was looking forward to working with the MPs. “Council has already established a strong working relationship with the member for Casey Tony Smith, the member for Deakin Mike Symon and the…
Media Release: Change to local law encourages debate and interaction at Meetings

Aug 18, 2010

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alex

in Accessibility, Business Community, Community Engagement, Media Releases, Social Sustainability, Urban Sustainability, Useful Legislation and By-Laws

To ensure that Council meetings are more interactive and engaging, Maroondah City Council has formally adopted a change to a Local Law at its meeting on Monday 16 August. Local Law 9 will now replace Local Law 7 that regulates meeting procedures at Council Meetings. “The changes demonstrate Council’s overwhelming support for accessible and accountable…
Media Release: Maroondah celebrates National Meals on Wheels Day

Aug 18, 2010

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alex

in Community Engagement, Media Releases, Sustainable Transport, Urban Sustainability

Maroondah City Council will be recognising the local heroes of its Meals on Wheels service on Wednesday 25 August as part of National Meals on Wheels Day. Mayor of Maroondah, Councillor Alex Makin, and Councillor Nora Lamont will be joining volunteers to deliver the delicious meals to clients in and around Maroondah. “It’s a pleasure…
Meeting with the Mayors of Knox, Manningham, Whitehorse and the Yarra Ranges

Aug 18, 2010

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alex

in Arts and Culture, Sports and Leisure, Urban Sustainability

The City of Maroondah is one of several Councils located within Melbourne’s eastern suburbs and it is imperative that we work collaboratively to best represent the needs of our community. Issues such as transport, planning and community facilities are common concerns across these Councils and the ability to deliver positive solutions is enhanced if we…
Maroondah Bizconnect Business Breakfast -Denso Automotive Systems Australia

Aug 18, 2010

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alex

in Business Community, Community Engagement, Urban Sustainability

Maroondah City Council holds regular business breakfasts designed to encourage networking and knowledge leadership amongst businesses within the community. This morning’s breakfast included a presentation from Denso Automotive Systems Australia (formerly Australian Automotive Air), one of the nation’s largest automotive manufacturers, who discussed their unique just-in-time systems to ensure maximum efficiency with their operations. Maroondah’s…