Tag: government
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The Greens support making a difference
As an independent councillor and candidate, I aim to work constructively with all political parties and individuals to deliver better outcomes for our community. The bi-partisan agreement to abolish zone three is an example of this, as is the first stage of funding that was announced for Ringwood Station and much needed public transport improvements.…
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Doing it tough for the community
The following article was written by a journalism student who asked Cr. Jo-anne Taylor and myself about the challenges experienced within local government: While some Maroondah citizens would not know who these individuals are, it’s highly likely that the residents, ratepayers, business owners and community groups of Maroondah have witnessed the outcome of their…
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Partners in Health, Safety and Wellbeing Committee – final meeting for 2008
This morning marked the final meeting of the bi-monthly Maroondah Partners in Health, Safety and Wellbeing Committee for 2008. The committee includes council and a number of external bodies, including Victoria Police, Connex, Department of Human Services, Outer East Primary Care Partnerships and the Department of Education, to implement a collaborative approach to enhancing the…
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School Crossing Supervisors – Morning Tea
School Crossing Supervisors are largely funded through local government and provide safety for schoolchildren within streets and roads located near schools. The morning tea provided an opportunity to recognise the many crossing supervisors that work throughout the City of Maroondah and to acknowledge the services they provide for schoolchildren. Most of Maroondah’s school crossing supervisors…
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Victorian Transport Infrastructure Summit 2008
This afternoon I was invited to participate within a panel discussion for the 2008 Victorian Transport Infrastructure Summit. This year’s summit had an emphasis on sustainable transport and the need for a coordinated approach from all levels of government. As the Deputy Chair of the Eastern Transport Coalition, I discussed our recent survey results which…
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Maroondah Journal: Ringwood Station upgrade a hot issue
The Maroondah Journal, as part of its election coverage has examined the issues relevant to the new Mullum Ward. Cr Alex Makin said the Government commitments must go further to ensure accessible public transport. “The ramps at Ringwood Station fail disability compliance standards,” he said. While the State Government announced $39 million to redevelop the…
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Councillor Magazine: How councillors can harness the Internet
Councillor is a quarterly magazine designed to help educate current councillors and demonstrate innovative approaches to local government. I was contacted by Councillor Magazine to write an article on how councillors can harness the Internet to assist in encouraging dialogue with their community. The article was featured in the September/October edition of the magazine: How…