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

Media Release: Join in the annual Clean Up Australia Day

Feb 23, 2011

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It’s not too late to register a site to help beautify Maroondah during Clean Up Australia Day on Sunday 6 March. Councillor Alex Makin said various sites had already been identified around Maroondah, including the Council coordinated site at Mullum Mullum Creek. “This year Council will be working at the Mullum Mullum Creek in Ringwood,…

Media Release: National Green Jobs Corps graduation

Nov 24, 2010

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alex

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

After six months of working to improve the Mullum Mullum Creek area the National Green Jobs Corps crew will graduate from the program today. National Green Jobs Corps is a Federal Government funded youth development program which offers young people a chance to gain quality experience and training while participating in community based projects of…

Maroondah Leader: Property owner charged over tree poisoning

Aug 3, 2010

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alex

in Environment, Social Sustainability, Urban Sustainability, Useful Legislation and By-Laws

Tree poisoning is an offence and any instances are investigated by Maroondah City Council. Recently Maroondah City Council has declared legal action in regard to 33 trees that were poisoned in Bayswater North. The Maroondah Leader has reported on this incident: Cr Makin said the Council was aware of at least seven more trees poisoned…

Maroondah Leader: Cash boost for musicians

Jul 20, 2010

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alex

in Community Engagement, Social Sustainability, Urban Sustainability

The Maroondah Leader has reported on the $10,000 State Government grant that will be provided through EV’s Youth Centre in Croydon to ensure youth musicians will be able to utilise music equipment for rehearsals and performances. Maroondah Mayor Alex Makin said the announcement recognised the dedication of the council’s youth services team. “It is great…

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…

Delegates’ Report: Dawn Service, youth projects, community facilities and recognising our natural environment

May 24, 2010

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alex

in Community Engagement, Environment, Urban Sustainability

On the 25th of April I attended the Anzac Day Dawn Service at the Ringwood Clocktower along with Councillors Ann Fraser, Nora Lamont and Natalite Thomas. The Dawn Service is facilitated by the Ringwood RSL and I would like to congratulate them on their ongoing involvement and for catering to the growing crowds that gather…

Media Release: Key health and wellbeing plan unveiled

Apr 14, 2010

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alex

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

The City of Maroondah is preparing to unveil a high-level strategic plan that will guide Council’s promotion of a healthy, happy municipality over the next four years. The 2009-2013 Maroondah Community Wellbeing Plan is underpinned by extensive community consultation and a comprehensive research report, which provided the basis for its six health and wellbeing priorities…

Delegates’ Report: Annual General Meetings, Promoting Harmony and Recognising Achievements

Mar 22, 2010

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alex

in Community Engagement, Libraries, Urban Sustainability

February and March have both been busy months with the opening of new facilities, annual general meetings and awards. On the 19th of February I had the pleasure of opening the revamped Keystone Hall, located in Croydon. The project, which received Council and Federal funding, is a multi-purpose facility that houses several groups, including Croydon…

Croydon West Primary Ride2School Day

Mar 17, 2010

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alex

in Community Engagement, Environment, Sustainable Transport, Urban Sustainability

Ride2School is a program developed by Bicycle Victoria and delivered in partnership with local schools and community groups. The program aims to increase the number of students that walk and ride to school. Several Maroondah based schools participated in the program, with the assistance of Transition Towns Maroondah. This morning I assisted Croydon West…

Media Release: Lend a hand during Clean Up Australia Day

Feb 24, 2010

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alex

in Community Engagement, Environment, Media Releases, Urban Sustainability

Mayor of Maroondah, Councillor Alex Makin is calling on Maroondah residents to pull on some gloves, grab a bag and help out at one of the Clean Up Australia Day sites located throughout the municipality on Sunday 7 March. “Council has nominated the Croydon Wetlands in Norton Road as the clean-up site for residents who…

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