Tag: public transport
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The Greens support making a difference
As an independent councillor and candidate, I aim to work constructively with all political parties and individuals to deliver better outcomes for our community. The bi-partisan agreement to abolish zone three is an example of this, as is the first stage of funding that was announced for Ringwood Station and much needed public transport improvements.…
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Doing it tough for the community
The following article was written by a journalism student who asked Cr. Jo-anne Taylor and myself about the challenges experienced within local government: While some Maroondah citizens would not know who these individuals are, it’s highly likely that the residents, ratepayers, business owners and community groups of Maroondah have witnessed the outcome of their…
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Victorian Transport Infrastructure Summit 2008
This afternoon I was invited to participate within a panel discussion for the 2008 Victorian Transport Infrastructure Summit. This year’s summit had an emphasis on sustainable transport and the need for a coordinated approach from all levels of government. As the Deputy Chair of the Eastern Transport Coalition, I discussed our recent survey results which…
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Maroondah Journal: Ringwood Station upgrade a hot issue
The Maroondah Journal, as part of its election coverage has examined the issues relevant to the new Mullum Ward. Cr Alex Makin said the Government commitments must go further to ensure accessible public transport. “The ramps at Ringwood Station fail disability compliance standards,” he said. While the State Government announced $39 million to redevelop the…
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Maroondah Climate Change Action Group – Questions regarding climate change
The Maroondah Climate Change Action Group has sent a questionnaire to all council candidates to confirm their views on climate change. The questions and my responses were as follows: 1. Do you support Maroondah Council:- a. becoming carbon neutral by 2012? 1a. Yes, I do support council becoming carbon neutral by 2012 but it is…
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Candidate Statement and Preferences
The Victorian Electoral Commission has released the 150 word statements and preferences for each candidate standing within the Maroondah City Council elections. The statement and photograph is included within the postal ballot packs that are sent to residents and ratepayers of Maroondah between the 11th and 13th of November. The postal ballots need to be…
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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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Scoot Wheel n Move October 2008 meeting
This morning I attended the October meeting of Scoot Wheel n Move, a group that aims to improve mobility and accessibility for people with mobility aids. Eastern Access Community Health (EACH) is now the auspice for the Scoot Wheel n Move so that the group can operate with some autonomy to council. This enables Scoot…