Tag: government
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Meeting with the Mayors of Knox, Whitehorse and the Yarra Ranges
While there are are various regional forums for local government, there is a need for stronger collaboration with neighbouring councils. This evening I had a meeting with the Mayors of the neighbouring Councils, Cr. Joe Cossari from Knox, Cr. Bill Pemberton from the City of Whitehorse and Cr. Len Cox from the Shire of Yarra Ranges. While…
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Media Release: New regional aquatic and leisure centre for Ringwood
“This is the largest and most exciting capital works project in Maroondah’s history,” said Mayor of Maroondah Councillor Alex Makin. These comments were made as plans for the new Regional Aquatic and Leisure Centre in Ringwood were unveiled at Maroondah City Council’s Meeting last night. “The new $48 million aquatic and leisure centre will be…
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Media Release: Proposed Budget and Council Plan on public exhibition
Maroondah City Council has released its proposed Budget for the 2010-2011 financial year. It underpins the released 2010-2014 proposed Council Plan, which is the blueprint Council follows to achieve the community’s vision as set out in Maroondah 2025 – A Community Planning Together. Mayor of Maroondah, Councillor Alex Makin said both documents would go on…
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Maroondah Journal: push on for station funds – election provides ‘second go’
While the complete redevelopment of Ringwood Station was ignored yet again in last week’s State Government Budget, the State election in November provides a further opportunity to advocate and secure funds for this vital project. The Maroondah Journal has reported on Maroondah City Council’s desire to seek funding for the complete redevelopment of Ringwood Station:…
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Maroondah Leader: Ignored yet again
One of the key priorities for the Maroondah City Council and our community is the complete redevelopment of Ringwood Station so that it becomes a safe, accessible and integrated transport interchange. While the State Government is planning to begin works on the bus interchange and station forecourt in July, no commitment has been received for…
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Launch of Ultranet at Ringwood Secondary College
The Ultranet is an online educational system that enables collaboration and communication between teachers, students and parents. Two Maroondah based schools, Ringwood Secondary College and Croydon Hills Primary, are the first to utilise the system, which will be rolled out across State Government schools in September. Bronwyn Pike, the Minister for Education, officially launched the…
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Launch of Lights for Dorset Reserve – home of the Croydon City Arrows Soccer Club
This evening I was invited to launch the new lights at Dorset Reserve, home of the Croydon City Arrows Soccer Club. The Club was founded in 1957 and hosts men, women and junior teams. The lights, which were installed in a partnership between the Club, Maroondah City Council and the State Government, will enable the…
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Special Meeting of Council – Council Budget
In accordance with Section 65 of the Local Government Act 1989, a Special Meeting of Council has been called to formally consider the 2010-2014 Council Plan and the 2010/2011 Budget. The Special Meeting of Council is required to place the proposed Council Plan and Budget on public exhibition to enable the community to formally comment…
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Maroondah Leader: Council burden may increase
The Essential Services Commission is currently considering a range of indicators for the local government sector. While accountability should be encouraged, the Commission has proposed an additional 65 indicators on top of the 100 already reported by local government. The Maroondah Leader has reported on the additional $40,000 cost burden this would create for the…
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Maroondah Leader: Council push on demands
The Australian Local Government Association (ALGA) is the peak body representing each local council across Australia. Each year ALGA holds a national assembly, whereby Councils can submit and debate motions to help shape the priorities and advocacy undertaken by the organisation. The City of Maroondah has proposed several motions consistent with the themes of population,…