seniors – Cr Alex Makin: Councilor for Montague Ward, City of Port Phillip

2010 Maroondah Festival

Nov 7, 2010

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

The Maroondah Festival is one of the largest community events within Melbourne’s eastern suburbs, attracting approximately 30,000 attendees and featuring dedicated community, business, sustainability, fitness, teenagers and children. The weather remained largely pleasant throughout the day, providing a contrast to the hot weather experienced in previous years. The new location at Town Park also provides…

The Maroondah Seniors Festival Expo

Oct 13, 2010

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alex

in Accessibility, Community Engagement, Social Sustainability, Urban Sustainability

The Seniors Festival is held from the 3rd of October through to the 10th and Maroondah holds a range of activities for seniors throughout the festival. The Seniors Festival is designed to empower seniors and to highlight the activities and groups that focus on the needs of senior residents. This morning I had the pleasure…

The 2010 Maroondah Seniors Jazz Concert

Oct 10, 2010

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alex

in Community Engagement, Social Sustainability, Urban Sustainability

The Maroondah Seniors Jazz Concert, is an annual event organised through the Maroondah Healthy Ageing Network and is now in its second year. The Network comprises of over 30 senior groups and clubs, as well as service organisations and provides ongoing dialogue and collaboration for organisations that focus on the needs of senior citizens within…

Enjoying Planned Retirement – The Final Spotlighters Performance

Sep 18, 2010

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alex

in Community Engagement, Urban Sustainability

Enjoying Planned Retirement is a community group, based at Norwood Hall in Ringwood North, that provides a range of activities for seniors. One of these activities is Spotlighters, an annual musical performance, which is organised by members. This afternoon I attended the final Spotlighers Performance, which featured a range of musical talents, including tap dancing,…

Media Release: Maroondah celebrates National Meals on Wheels Day

Aug 18, 2010

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alex

in Community Engagement, Media Releases, Sustainable Transport, Urban Sustainability

Maroondah City Council will be recognising the local heroes of its Meals on Wheels service on Wednesday 25 August as part of National Meals on Wheels Day. Mayor of Maroondah, Councillor Alex Makin, and Councillor Nora Lamont will be joining volunteers to deliver the delicious meals to clients in and around Maroondah. “It’s a pleasure…

Presentation at the Maroondah Rugby Club

Aug 7, 2010

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alex

in Community Engagement, Maroondah City Council, Social Sustainability, Sports and Leisure, Urban Sustainability

The Maroondah Rugby Club was founded in 1972 and is based at Griff Hunt Reserve in Croydon North. The club has a strong presence within both rugby and Maroondah and prides itself on its diversity through fielding senior, junior, Womens and veterans teams. This afternoon I attended a seniors match, and presented a Letter Under…

Luncheon with Noeline Brown – Ambassador for Ageing

Jul 28, 2010

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alex

in Accessibility, Community Engagement, Urban Sustainability

This afternoon I attended a luncheon organised by Yarrunga Community Centre, with Noeline Brown the Ambassador for Ageing. Noeline was appointed as the Ambassador for Ageing in 2008, which was a newly created position that aims to create a positive image for ageing. Approximately 100 guests attended the luncheon, where Noeline spoke about the importance…

Speaking to the Ringwood Heritage Seniors

Jun 29, 2010

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alex

in Community Engagement, Urban Sustainability

The Ringwood Heritage Seniors are based at Maroodah Federation Estate and meet on a regular basis, providing a range of activities and speakers. This afternoon I spoke with the Ringwood Heritage Seniors and discussed Council’s plans for the revitalisation of Ringwood, including the proposed redevelopment of the Ringwood Aquatic Centre. There is a need for…

Visiting the Home from Home Respite Program

May 20, 2010

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alex

in Community Engagement

The City of Maroondah operates a ‘Home from Home’ respite program in Ringwood East, to provide activities for clients with early stage dementia. The program provides activities that foster the interests of the clients, including outings and guest speakers. This afternoon I spoke to attendees of the Home from Home Respite Program to discuss my…

Ringwood Clocktower Probus Club – 3rd Birthday Celebrations

May 19, 2010

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alex

in Accessibility, Community Engagement, Urban Sustainability

The Ringwood Clocktower Probus Club meets on the third Wednesday of each month at the Ringwood RSL. The Club is one of Maroondah’s newer Probus Clubs and this afternoon I joined members in celebrating its third birthday. The Ringwood Clocktower Probus Club has a strong emphasis on social activities and has an active photography group,…

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