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

Eastern Transport Coalition Presentation on Train and Tram Refranchising

Jan 28, 2009

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in Accessibility, Eastern Transport Coalition, Health Safety Wellbeing committee, Maroondah City Council, Social Sustainability, Speeches and Presentations, Sustainable Transport, Urban Sustainability

As the Deputy Chair of the Eastern Transport Coalition I was invited to present the ETC’s views on the re-franchising arrangements for the rail and tram network. The presentation provided an opportunity to highlight the needs of Melbourne’s outer suburban residents and opportunities that can be pursued through the new franchise arrangements for more a…

VLGA: Discussing advocacy within local government

Jan 23, 2009

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alex

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

VLGA: Discussing advocacy within local government The Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA) is a peak body for councillors, local government and community leaders with an emphasis on governance and sustainability. As the Deputy Chair of the Eastern Transport Coalition I was invited to speak at the VLGA’s Essential Mayors Weekend, a conference designed to assist…

Maroondah Leader: Cash makes a splash

Jan 6, 2009

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alex

in Accessibility, Community Engagement, Environment, Maroondah City Council, Urban Sustainability

In November last year the Commonwealth Government convened the inaugural meeting of the Australian Council of Local Government, designed to create stronger partnerships between the Federal Government and local councils across Australia. The inaugural meeting included additional funding to local governments to undertake projects that improve council facilities which serve the community. The Maroondah Leader…

Eastern Transport Coalition – final meeting for 2008

Dec 18, 2008

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alex

in Accessibility, Environment, Sustainable Transport, Urban Sustainability

The Eastern Transport Coalition comprises of Melbourne’s seven outer eastern councils and advocates for public transport improvements within the outer suburbs. Tonight’s meeting discussed the recently released Victorian Transport Plan and the disappointment over the lack of consideration of projects within Melbourne’s eastern suburbs. While there are some positive aspects to the State Government’s plan,…

Sustainable Melbourne Transport Forum

Dec 10, 2008

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alex

in Accessibility, Maroondah City Council, Social Sustainability, Speeches and Presentations, Sustainable Transport, Urban Sustainability

As the Deputy Chair and Maroondah delegate of the Eastern Transport Coalition I was invited to present to a transport forum organised by the Australasian Centre for the Governance and Management of Urban Transport (GAMUT). The forum was organised in response to the Government’s Victorian Transport Plan to identify common areas of agreement and discuss…

2008 Maroondah FReeZA Group Graduation

Dec 9, 2008

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alex

in Community Engagement, Maroondah City Council, Speeches and Presentations, Urban Sustainability

The Maroondah FReeZA program is designed for young people aged between 15 and 21 years. The program focuses on personal development and group skills through the organisation of all ages live music events. The program is organised through Maroondah’s Youth Services Team and is jointly funded through Maroondah City Council and the State Government through…

Maroondah Leader: Ringwood station on fast track

Dec 9, 2008

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alex

in Accessibility, Maroondah City Council, Sustainable Transport, Urban Sustainability

The State Government has recently released an update to its Melbourne 2030 planning strategy in recognition of the need to prioritise investment in locations such as Ringwood. The Maroondah Leader has reported on the potential benefit this would provide in enhancing the case for the redevelopment of Ringwood station. Councillor Alex Makin, a member of…

North Ringwood Community House – 2008 End of Year Luncheon

Dec 5, 2008

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alex

in Accessibility, Community Engagement, Environment, Maroondah City Council, Urban Sustainability

This afternoon North Ringwood Community House held its end of year function to acknowledge the contributions made by staff, tutors, committee members and volunteers. In 2009 it is anticipated that planning work will begin in finding a new location for the community house. The community house will be applying for a State Government grant early…

Tour of Community Houses

Dec 3, 2008

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alex

in Accessibility, Community Engagement, Urban Sustainability

As part of the sub-committee exploring the relocation of North Ringwood Community House, we visited other new and relocated community centres to learn about the processes involved and the cooperation they received from all levels of government. We first visited The Avenue Community House, which was re-located to Eley Park in Blackburn in refurbished and…

Ringwood Historical Society – Australian Comforts Fund

Nov 25, 2008

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alex

in Community Engagement

The final Ringwood Historical Society meeting for 2008 included two presentations, the first discussed the Australian Comforts Fund and the second included advice on the resources that are available for people interested in researching local history. The Australian Comforts Fund was a voluntary organisation that was formed to support Australian troops serving overseas. The Australian…

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