mobility – Page 5 – Cr Alex Makin: Councilor for Montague Ward, City of Port Phillip

Maroondah Disability Action Group – aims and objectives

Aug 11, 2008

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in Accessibility, Community Engagement, Maroondah City Council, Sustainable Transport

The Maroondah Disability Action Group also known as the Disability Action Group Eastern Region, aims to provide a voice for people with disabilities across Maroondah and Melbourne’s eastern suburbs. Today’s meeting marked the adoption of a mission statement, whereby the group exists to raise awareness through advocacy for greater accessibility across the outer eastern region.…

Maroondah Leader: Council walks the walk

Jul 29, 2008

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alex

in Accessibility, Community Engagement, Environment, Maroondah City Council, Social Sustainability, Sustainable Transport, Urban Sustainability

In 2006 Maroondah City adopted its first Integrated Transport Strategy, this document highlighted the need for a pedestrian strategy, which was completed by council last year. Following from this strategy, council has now produced the principal pedestrian network, which indicates the streets that require footpaths within Maroondah. The principal pedestrian network is now available for…

Maroondah Journal: People with disabilities can have their say

Jul 22, 2008

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alex

in Accessibility, Community Engagement, Maroondah City Council

The upcoming Forum for People with Disabilities and Carers provides an opportunity to discuss accessibility issues within Maroondah and also provides an opportunity to speak to service providers, such as Invicta Bus Company and Connex. The Maroondah Journal has reported on the upcoming forum to assist in publicising the event: Cr Alex Makin said the…

Media Release: Opportunity to discuss accessibility issues in Maroondah

Jul 16, 2008

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in Accessibility, Maroondah City Council, Media Releases

Maroondah City Council is holding a forum for people with disabilities and their carers on Tuesday 5 August at Maroondah Federation Estate. Councillor Alex Makin encourages people with a disability, and Maroondah based carers, to attend the forum and participate in a morning of information sharing. “Council is committed to ensuring that people with a…

Inaugural meeting of the Disability Action Group

Jul 7, 2008

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alex

in Accessibility, Community Engagement, Maroondah City Council

This morning I was invited to attend the inaugural meeting of the Disability Action Group, which aims to provide a voice for people with disabilities within Maroondah and the eastern region. The group while new, already has a number of priorities, including lobbying for accessibility improvements and the redevelopment of Ringwood Station as well as…

Scoot Wheel n Move – discussing the workshop findings

Jun 27, 2008

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alex

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

Today’s Scoot Wheel n Move meeting discussed the future direction of the group, including the possibility of involving Eastern Access Community Health (EACH) as an auspice for the group. While Scoot Wheel n Move has operated under the umbrella of Maroondah City Council, increased autonomy would strengthen the group’s ability to advocate for accessibility improvements,…

Consultative Workshop for the Maroondah Forum for People with Disabilities and Carers

Apr 28, 2008

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alex

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

The Maroondah Forum for People with Disabilities and Carers, which currently meets on a quarterly basis, provides an opportunity for council and the community to discuss issues relating to accessibility. While the forum has been successful in creating dialogue and improving accessibility within Maroondah, it is timely to undertake a review to strengthen this forum…

Delegates' Report: Community sustainability through involvement

Apr 21, 2008

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alex

in Community Engagement, Maroondah City Council, Sustainable Transport, Urban Sustainability

On the 18th of March I attended the North Ringwood Community House Annual General Meeting. North Ringwood Community House, located at 120 Oban Road, provides a remarkable facility for our community. Sue McDermott is the new coordinator of the house and she spoke extensively about their services into the future. North Ringwood Community House is…

Scoot Wheel n Move Workshop

Apr 4, 2008

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alex

in Accessibility, Community Engagement, Sustainable Transport, Urban Sustainability

Scoot Wheel N Move is a council auspiced community group, which aims to improve the level of accessibility for people with mobility aids, such as wheelchairs and scooters. Initiatives such as the recharge program, the mobility booklet and public forums stemmed from Scoot Wheel n Move and it is is important to reflect on the…

Maroondah Journal: People power – residents may reclaim roads, shopping strip

Mar 11, 2008

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alex

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

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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