Tag: media comments
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Maroondah Journal: People power – residents may reclaim roads, shopping strip
The transformation of Ringwood into a vibrant suburb filled with opportunities for people of all abilities, will only succeed if the centre becomes pedestrian friendly. The Maroondah Journal has reported on Maroondah’s efforts to return Ringwood back to the community. Cr Alex Makin confirmed the council was looking at ways to move cars from key…
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Maroondah Journal: Street character 'at risk'
Planning decisions are one of the more contentious areas of local government, particularly since the unelected VCAT planning tribunal has jurisdiction to override council decisions. Given the contentious nature of planning it is imperative that residents are involved in the planning process so that councils can ensure a higher standard of planning decisions. Cr Alex…
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Maroondah Leader: Review to push the boundary
The Maroondah Leader has reported on Maroondah’s submission to the representation review being undertaken by the Victorian Electoral Commission where the majority of councillors chose to ignore the wishes of the community: The submission was discussed at the last council meeting when councilors Alex Makin and Maureen Naylor chose to vote against the proposals. Maroondah…
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Media Release: ETC seeks budget commitments from Federal and State Governments
In submissions to the State and Federal Governments the ETC has sought co-operation to tackle one of the most significant contributors to rising greenhouse gases and rising petrol prices – private transport. Cr Mick Van De Vreede, ETC Chairperson said that the seven councils wanted to see the funding criteria for AusLink changed to allow…
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Maroondah Journal: Cr stripped of duties 'hurts community'
Divisions within Maroondah City Council are clearly apparent with four councillors (Les Willmott, Peter Gurr, Tony Dib and Natalie Thomas) continuing to deny Cr. Jo-anne Taylor from council’s committee appointments. The Maroondah Journal has reported on this abhorrent act and the lack of debate that surrounded the motion to review: Cr Alex Makin called for…
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Maroondah Journal: Council backs current set-up
The Victorian Electoral Commission is currently undertaking a representation review into the ward structure and number of councillors within Maroondah. The Maroondah Journal has reported on this review, amid the official council submission calling for the retention of the status quo: Maroondah councillors have urged the electoral commission to retain seven councillors in seven wards.…
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Maroondah Journal: Concern over fallen wall
The Maroondah Journal has reported on the collapse of a fence constructed by Southern Rocycling in a location that abuts the future Eastlink tollway. Cr Alex Makin said the council had a number of concerns about the foundation of the fence. This latest incident is part of a number of ongoing issues with Southern Rocycling,…
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Maroondah Journal: Cr stripped of committee roles 'won't apologise'
The Maroondah Journal has reported on the events that transpired at the council meeting held on the 10th of December. Councillors are appointed as delegates to council committees and these positions were decided at this council meeting. Unfortunately the committee positions, which were moved by Cr. Peter Gurr, completely excluded Cr. Jo-anne Taylor. It is…
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Maroondah Leader: Dib mayor – talk of vote 'deal'
Maroondah’s mayoral election and the process surrounding the appointment has received coverage in the Maroondah Leader: Maroondah’s new mayor Tony Dib has taken the chair amid accusations of factionalism and backroom deals. Cr Dib was elected mayor by one vote in a four-three split over rival Cr Alex Makin last Wednesday night. It is a…