Tag: politics
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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…
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Opening of the Westpac Business Centre
Amid the other events of Maroondah Business Week, the Westpac Business Centre in Ringwood held its official opening launch this evening. The opening of the Business Centre demonstrates a confidence in Ringwood, which is much welcomed particularly amid the ongoing economic uncertainty. The launch included a presentation from Simon Hammond from the Belong Group, a…
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Councillor Remuneration Panel Hearing
This morning I was invited to speak in support of my submission to the Councillor Remuneration Review in front of a panel consisting of Joanne Anderson, Bruce Mildenhall and Liz Roadley. My presentation covered a number of issues largely unique to younger people within local government, including the need to juggle work and council commitments.…
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Submission: Councillor Remuneration Review Panel
The State Government has announced a review into councillor remuneration, as part of this process I authored a submission encouraging to examine the need for stronger youth represention with local government: Given the time commitment councillors provide, it is fair and reasonable to look at a level of remuneration that allows elected officials to adequately…
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Maroondah Journal: Are we stuck in first gear?
As part of its State Election coverage, Fairfax Community News (which owns the Maroondah Journal) has reported on a series of election issues. The Maroondah Journal, along with the other Fairfax Community Newspapers, has reported on the issue of public transport. Better public transport would result in a lower level of car dependence, thus mitigating…
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Presentation to Marlborough Primary
This morning I was invited to speak to grade five and six students at Marlborough Primary School about local government and the role of a councillor. Marlborough Primary School, located in Heathmont, was in fact my old primary school and it was definitely a rewarding experience to talk to students not only as a local…
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South East Transport Forum
Tonight I was invited to speak at a Transport Forum organised by candidates from the Liberal Party covering the electorates of Carrum, Bentleigh, Mordialloc, Clayton and Frankston in Melbourne’s south east. My presentation covered the failings of the Bracks Government’s Transport and Liveability Statement and the ramifications this holds for Melbourne’s south east. People living…
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Paper Moon – an example of art within Maroondah
Tonight I had the pleasure to open the Paper Moon Art Exhibition at the Maroondah Art Gallery at Maroondah Federation Estate (32 Greenwood Avenue, Ringwood). Maroondah is fortunate to have a burgeoning arts scene and whether your interests reside in theatre, galleries or music there is an art program available for all tastes. Paper Moon…