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

Speaking to the Rotary Club of Warrandyte Donvale

Feb 1, 2011

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in Business Community, Community Engagement, Rotary, Social Sustainability

Australia is home to a large number of Rotary Clubs, which are organised into geographically defined districts. The eastern and south-eastern suburbs of Melbourne are situated within Rotary District 9810, which extends from Port Philip Bay through to Dandenong Ranges and beyond. This evening I spoke to the Rotary Club of Warrandyte Donvale, discussing my…

Media Release: Maroondah Festival bigger and better than ever

Nov 8, 2010

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alex

in Community Engagement

This year’s Maroondah Festival was a huge success, with seven hours of entertainment enjoyed by the Maroondah community on Sunday 7 November at Town Park in Croydon. Maroondah Mayor Councillor Alex Makin said the threat of stormy weather wasn’t enough to the keep more than 30,000 people from attending the 21st Maroondah Festival. In fact…

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…

Eastern Transport Coalition – State Candidates Forum at Maroondah

Oct 13, 2010

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alex

in Accessibility, Community Engagement, Environment, Social Sustainability, Speeches and Presentations, Sustainable Transport, Urban Sustainability

The Eastern Transport Coalition is a council initiated advocacy group, covering Melbourne’s seven outer eastern Councils; Greater Dandenong, Knox, Manningham, Maroondah, Monash Whitehorse and the Shire of Yarra Ranges. As part of its advocacy campaign, the Eastern Transport Coalition is holding a series of candidate forums, throughout each of the member councils. The evening was…

The 2010 Maroondah Seniors Jazz Concert

Oct 10, 2010

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alex

in Community Engagement, Social Sustainability, Urban Sustainability

The Maroondah Seniors Jazz Concert, is an annual event organised through the Maroondah Healthy Ageing Network and is now in its second year. The Network comprises of over 30 senior groups and clubs, as well as service organisations and provides ongoing dialogue and collaboration for organisations that focus on the needs of senior citizens within…

Maroondah Leader: United stand on issues

Oct 5, 2010

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alex

in Community Engagement, Maroondah City Council, Urban Sustainability

Throughout this year I have been focused on working cooperatively as a region to provide a regional perspective on issues and challenges facing Melbourne’s eastern suburbs. As Mayor, I have been working with the Mayors of Knox, Manningham, Whitehorse and the Shire of Yarra Ranges to deliver a cohesive approach to advocacy and priorities. An…

Media Release: Council signs an Agreement of Mutual Support

Sep 29, 2010

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alex

in Accessibility, Environment, Maroondah City Council, Media Releases, Social Sustainability, Sustainable Transport, Urban Sustainability

Maroondah City Council Mayor Alex Makin has joined five eastern council Mayors in signing an Agreement for Mutual Support in an effort to provide a stronger voice for the region. Councillor Makin said the agreement would deliver a cohesive approach to issues facing the region. “Having the support of our surrounding Councils will mean that…

Maroondah Leader: Point of no slick churn

Sep 26, 2010

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alex

in Accessibility, Environment, Maroondah City Council, Public Transport Users Association (PTUA), Social Sustainability, Sustainable Transport, Urban Sustainability

The Public Transport Users Association (PTUA) is a community based organisation that promotes improvements to public transport. I served as the founder and Convenor of the Outer East Branch until 2008, forming the branch to provide local advocacy on public transport issues affecting Melbourne’s eastern suburbs. Since 2008 Jeremy Lunn has served as the branch…

Opening the mecu Eastland service centre

Sep 16, 2010

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alex

in Community Engagement, Environment, Urban Sustainability

mecu is a credit union, which encompassed several other organisations including Maroondah Credit Union. As an organisation, mecu has a strong focus on sustainability, with expert advice provided to their board in regard to sustainability initiatives. This morning I was invited to open their new Eastland Service Centre, mecu’s flagship store for the eastern suburbs.…

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…

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