Tag: event
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North Ringwood Community House 2010 AGM
North Ringwood Community House is located at 120 Oban Road, located at the rear of the Holy Spirit Primary School in Ringwood North. The North Ringwood Community House is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and offers a range of accredited courses, as well as adult education and social groups. As a community based organisation, North…
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Delegates’ Report: Annual General Meetings, Promoting Harmony and Recognising Achievements
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…
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Thank You Function for the 2009 Carols by Candlelight
The 2009 Maroondah Carols by Candlelight was held on the 13th of December last year and was the culmination of many hours of involvement, individuals, community organisations and Council staff. This afternoon Council held an evaluation session and thank you function for the many people involved in the preparation and presentation of the 2009 Carols…
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Croydon Conservation Society 2010 AGM
The Croydon Conservation Society was formed in 1964 and is Maroondah’s oldest environmental organisation. The Society covers a broad range of natural and urban sustainability issues, including environmental preservation and planning issues. Tonight’s Annual General Meeting, including a presentation on the works being undertaken at Brushy Creek to prevent flooding that affects nearby residents. The…
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Maroondah Leader: City walks up an award
The City of Maroondah on behalf of our community was awarded the highest level of community engagement within metropolitan Melbourne for Walktober, which was held last year during the month of October. The Maroondah Leader has reported on this achievement: Mayor Alex Makin, who accepted the award from the Department of Transport last week, said…
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Media Release: Community Strength indicators released for Maroondah
The State Government’s 2008 Indicators of Community Strength at the Local Government Area Level results have been announced and it’s great news for the City of Maroondah. The Survey is conducted by an independent research group for the Department of Health, as part of the inaugural Local Government Area level Victorian Population Health Survey with…
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Maroondah Journal: Good riddance to rubbish
This year marks the 20th anniversary of Clean Up Australia Day and the Maroondah Journal has highlighted the community’s efforts for this event: Mayor Alex Makin reminded helpers to keep safe by wearing sturdy footwear, gloves, sunscreen and a hat, and by bringing refreshments and a rubbish bag or bucket. Clean Up Australia Day will…
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Media Release: Lend a hand during Clean Up Australia Day
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…