maroondah art gallery – Cr Alex Makin: Councilor for Montague Ward, City of Port Phillip

Attendance Report: Promoting the arts and community organisations

Apr 22, 2011

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in Accessibility, Arts and Culture, Community Engagement, Maroondah City Council, Social Sustainability, Urban Sustainability

On the 31st of March I had the pleasure of opening Parole Viaggianti, which is the latest exhibition at Maroondah Federation Estate. Parole Viaggianti, otherwise known as Travelling Words, features artwork by Angela Cavalieri explores the relationship between language, cultural memory and subjectivity drawing upon Angela’s experiences while travelling. The exhibition was developed in partnership…

Opening of Angela Cavalieri’s Parole Viaggiante at Maroondah Art Gallery

Mar 31, 2011

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in Arts and Culture, Community Engagement, Social Sustainability, Urban Sustainability

This year marks the 10th anniversary of Maroondah Federation Estate and the Maroondh Art Gallery. The gallery, which is located in the art room of the former Ringwood Primary School is Maroondah’s premiere art gallery featuring a diverse range of art exhibitions. This evening I was invited to launch Parole Viaggiante, the latest exhibition at…

Mullum Ward Picnic in the Park at Maroondah Federation Estate

Feb 26, 2011

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alex

in Community Engagement, Social Sustainability, Urban Sustainability

Maroondah Federation Estate celebrated its 10th birthday with a range of activities highlighting the Maroondah Art Gallery and the range of community groups that utilise the facility. The celebrations coincided with a picnic in the park, providing a free barbecue and the opportunity to meet the Mullum Ward Councillors. Like previous picnic in the parks,…

Recognising the service of Council’s volunteers

Nov 11, 2010

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alex

in Accessibility, Community Engagement, Environment, Social Sustainability, Speeches and Presentations, Urban Sustainability

Like many community based organisations Maroondah City Council is fortunate to have volunteers who assist in the delivery of services or provide assistance in the form of social support, environmental care and committees of management. This evening Maroondah City Council acknowledged the service of its volunteers who dedicate their time to the community. The reception…

Media Release: Maroondah’s volunteers recognised

Nov 10, 2010

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alex

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

Time is a valuable commodity in the hustle and bustle of everyday life. But time is something that Maroondah City Council’s volunteers are willing to offer every day as they assist their fellow community members and our natural environment. Maroondah City Council hosted a special function at the Karralyka Centre on Thursday 11 November to…

Media Release: Mayor Art Show highlights local talent

Nov 3, 2010

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alex

in Arts and Culture, Community Engagement, Media Releases, Social Sustainability, Urban Sustainability

The 2010 Maroondah Mayoral Art Show will be on display at the Maroondah Art Gallery from 11 November to 11 December. Maroondah Mayor Councillor Alex Makin said the exhibition, now in its 14th year would feature works by some of Melbourne’s best known artists. “To be featured in the exhibition each artist was asked to…

Launching the Missing Piece – Advocacy for Ringwood Station

Oct 13, 2010

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alex

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

Ringwood Station fails to meet disability compliance standards and is perceived to be unsafe due to the poor station design, including narrow and steep ramps. The community has continually called for the full redevelopment of Ringwood Station into a safe, accessible and integrated interchange that will meet the needs of Ringwood as a vibrant urban…

Maroondah Art Gallery Exhibition Opening ‘Idee fixe’ & ‘Come into the Garden Maud’

Sep 2, 2010

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alex

in Arts and Culture, Community Engagement

The Maroondah Art Gallery is located at Maroondah Federation Estate in Greenwood Avenue, Ringwood. This evening I attended the opening of two exhibitions, ‘Idée fixe’ and ‘Come into the Garden Maud’. ‘Idée fixe’ includes works from three artists, Penelope Le Petit, Julie Milton and Antoinette de Morton, who utilise printmaking and a range of mediums…

Media Release: Top marks for happy snappers

Jul 8, 2010

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alex

in Media Releases

JUDGES in the annual Maroondah City Council’s Photo Competition had their work cut out for them this year with more than 70 photographers entering 121 photographs. The winners were announced by Maroondah Mayor Alex Makin at a special ceremony on Thursday night at Maroondah Federation Estate. “It was always going to be difficult judging what…

Maroondah Photographic Competition Awards Evening

Jul 8, 2010

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alex

in Community Engagement, Maroondah City Council, Urban Sustainability

The Maroondah Photographic Competition is an annual event open to all residents, employees and visitors of Maroondah. The competition showcases the photographic talents of the community and highlights landmarks and features within the municipality. Entrants are able to submit two A4 sized photographs for the competition, which are displayed at an exhibition at The Maroondah…

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