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2020 COUNCIL ELECTION
CITY OF GREATER GEELONG PO Box 104, Geelong VIC 3220 P: 5272 5272 E: contactus@geelongcity.vic.gov.au www.geelongaustralia.com.au
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MEET WITH US
COMMUNITY FOCUS COUNCIL MEETINGS Tuesday 10 March 2020, 7.00pm Council Conference and Reception Centre, 30 Gheringhap Street.
Please check our website for venue locations closer to the date
COUNCIL MEETINGS – LIVE STREAMED, CITY HALL Tuesday 25 February 2020, 7.00pm Tuesday 24 March 2020, 7.00pm
Visit geelongaustralia.com.au/ meetings for live streaming and a list of upcoming meetings. Meetings are open to the public.
YOUR COUNCILLORS Here are the City of Greater Geelong’s 11 councillors and their portfolios. Councillors can assist you with any queries in these areas.
PORTFOLIOS – Chair (C) Deputy Chair (DC)
CR BRUCE HARWOOD Kardinia Ward 0434 307 042 bharwood@geelongcity.vic.gov.au
Waste Management (DC)
This year promises to be high energy and full of action, hope and optimism. That’s my aim anyway and I’d like to add a sense of fun to the mix wherever we can – a smile doesn’t cost anything!
It’s so important to remember how lucky we are to live in this incredible region, with such a caring and connected community and an unparalleled lifestyle opportunity.
The Council group has a number of priorities for 2020 and we are keen to get as many projects as possible finished, funded and/or started before our term in local government ends in October.
The release of our Sustainability Framework in February is very high on the list. All 11 councillors have publicly recognised and acknowledged that climate change action is an immediate priority.
The framework ensures that everyone at City of Greater Geelong is included in our response, not just the environmental management team. The response to climate change goes well beyond a focus on the environment and this is what needs to be recognised and understood first.
We fully appreciate the urgent need for action and also for a way to effectively manage climate change impacts. The devastating fire season we are experiencing is a sobering demonstration of what happens when impacts are not measured, monitored and managed.
Using the sustainability framework, we’ll develop a climate change action plan including new and innovative ideas to reduce emissions in our region.
Through the framework, action plan and a commitment to reporting our performance against global best practice standards, our council will lead on this issue using a measured, accountable and transparent approach. Other priorities include:
• developing long-term waste management solutions to help us avoid another recycling crisis like the one that impacted councils across Victoria in 2019;
• improving our shared trails network for walking/cycling/ running/strolling/horse riding;
• continuing to advocate for state and federal funding for the redevelopment of Waterworld in Norlane (the proposed Northern ARC facility), as well as a new regional soccer stadium in our northern growth area;
• progressing our new Civic Precinct in the CBD; and
• introducing plans to address the social housing shortage, food relief and homelessness.
Finally, a quick note about the Local Government Community Satisfaction Survey.
If you’re randomly selected to receive a phone call during February and March, we encourage you to provide feedback on our performance. The feedback is confidential and helps us know where we’re going well and where we need to improve.
Happy New Year, and here’s to a very positive 2020 for our beautiful Greater Geelong region.
Cr Stephanie Asher Mayor, City of Greater Geelong
CR ANTHONY AITKEN Windermere Ward 0434 307 044 aaitken@geelongcity.vic.gov.au CR STEPHANIE ASHER Mayor Bellarine Ward 0413 369 719 sasher@geelongcity.vic.gov.au CR KYLIE GRZYBEK Deputy Mayor Windermere Ward 0434 307 043 kgrzybek@geelongcity.vic.gov.au Finance (C) Parks, Gardens and City Services (C) Waste Management (DC) Economic Development (C) Leadership and Governance (C) Environment (DC) Transport and Connections (C) Finance (DC) Leadership and Governance (DC) PORTFOLIOS PORTFOLIOS PORTFOLIOS
CR EDDY KONTELJ Brownbill Ward 0455 532 006 ekontelj@geelongcity.vic.gov.au
CR SARAH MANSFIELD Brownbill Ward 0436 343 642 smansfield@geelongcity.vic.gov.au
CR JIM MASON AM Bellarine Ward 0434 307 048 jmason@geelongcity.vic.gov.au
Environment (C) Central and Civic Geelong (DC) Sport and Recreation (DC) Social Inclusion (C) Community Health, Wellbeing and Safety (DC) Environment (DC) Rural and Coastal (C) Arts, Culture and Heritage (DC) PORTFOLIOS PORTFOLIOS PORTFOLIOS
Parks, Gardens and City Services (DC) Planning (DC)
CR PAT MURNANE Kardinia Ward 0434 307 033 pmurnane@geelongcity.vic.gov.au
CR PETER MURRIHY Brownbill Ward 0434 307 045 pmurrihy@geelongcity.vic.gov.au
Transport and Connections (DC) Central and Civic Geelong (C) Arts, Culture and Heritage (DC) Economic Development (DC) PORTFOLIOS
Parks, Gardens and City Services (DC) Tourism and Events (DC)
CR RON NELSON Kardinia Ward 0429 531 875 rnelson@geelongcity.vic.gov.au
CR TRENT SULLIVAN Bellarine Ward 0434 307 050 tsullivan@geelongcity.vic.gov.au
Sport and Recreation (C) Waste Management (C) Tourism and Events (DC) Arts, Culture and Heritage (C) Planning (C) Tourism and Events (C) PORTFOLIOS PORTFOLIOS
Economic Development (DC) Rural and Coastal (DC)
NEWS LAUNCHED IN OCTOBER AT THE KARDINIA PARK FESTIVAL OF SPORT, THE MARVELOO CAN BE USED AT A NUMBER OF EVENTS, INCLUDING THE QUEENSCLIFF MUSIC FESTIVAL THAT TOOK PLACE IN NOVEMBER. CHANGING PLACES IN A RANGE OF SPACES
The Queenscliff Music Festival attracted more than 8,000 people, including 200 people with disability who were delighted to see Marveloo on site. The fully accessible changing places facility made it easy for music lovers to participate over the three-day festival with the confidence and peace of mind that their needs would be catered for in a safe, comfortable and dignified manner.
The Marveloo was at the VALiD ‘Having a Say’ Conference earlier this month. Having a Say is the largest conference for people with disabilities within Australia where people can find their voice, speak up, be heard and be respected.
If you are interested in hiring Marveloo for an event, please call us on 5272 5272.
The self-contained structure provides a track hoist and adjustable adult change table for use by people with disabilities and their carers.
BELCHERS CORNER BUILDING
In the interests of public safety, the City has stepped in to carry out the demolition of Belchers Corner building in central Geelong.
Works began last month and are expected to be completed in April.
The site will be made a flat gravel area with secure fencing. The neighbouring Belchers Building and Hopetoun Chambers will remain.
The building has been made safe through temporary measures, but demolition is vital to maintain public safety.
There are partial road closures on Ryrie and Moorabool streets during the works, but through-traffic will be maintained at all times. The right-hand turning lane south into Moorabool Street has been closed to better allow traffic to move through the area.
Turning times onto adjoining streets have also been extended to assist movement. We will continue to provide updates to the community about any impacts on public areas during the works.
The City is keen to see these works complete and we’re looking forward to future possibilities for the site.
FREE WI-FI IN THE NORTH
The initiative will allow residents and businesses to access faster internet at 40 different Wi-Fi locations and freely download up to 1GB each day.
The specific locations were finalised after almost 600 people provided feedback last October.
We’ve engaged ENE.HUB to deliver the four-year project, which has been backed by a $1.8 million grant from the Victorian Government.
The program aims to address gaps in digital connectivity and affordability for both residents and businesses. Services are expected to start later this year.
HAVE YOUR SAY
We’re collaborating with the Ocean Grove community for the Principal Pedestrian Network.
This engagement about an expanded footpath network in Ocean Grove is a continuation of previous community engagement undertaken in 2015.
Input from property owners in Ocean Grove is being sought on new footpaths and funding options available to enable the delivery of the proposed network.
We invite feedback through our online survey by 6 March at geelongaustralia.com.au/yoursay
The City is pleased to announce three new Aboriginal artworks which will be used within our suite of marketing and communication material including our first Reconciliation Action Plan. DILINIWERAKBIL DJILANG – ARTISTS OF GEELONG
The City advertised an Expression of Interest in October 2019 for artwork that reflects the local people, communities, landscape, and celebrates the culture of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People living on Wadawurrung Country.
The level of response was fantastic, and three Aboriginal artwork pieces have been chosen to feature in both print and digital materials for the City. This re-affirms our commitment to strengthening our relationship with the region’s First Nations People through recognition and promotion of Aboriginal arts and culture
Photo (L–R): Billy-Jay O’Toole with Wadawurrung Country and Connection, Dr Jenny Murray-Jones with Corio, and Ammie Howell with On Country.
The Geelong Canoe Club are one of this year’s grant recipients.
COMMUNITY GRANTS SUPPORT LOCAL CLUBS
Volunteer-run clubs and groups from across the region have been awarded a share of around $3.7 million in funding as part of the City’s 2019–20 community grants program.
North Shore Football Club was one of four sporting clubs awarded $350,000 for new floodlights at its home ground.
The Geelong Canoe Club will build a new accessible launch platform on the Barwon River with its $76,000 grant, while the Indented Head Community Association received $66,000 towards an upgrade of the town’s tennis court.
The Geelong Museum of Motoring and Industry received $6,000 to restore a 1961 Ford Anglia (famous as the ‘Harry Potter car’), and the North Geelong Warriors received $2,000 to buy equipment for their all abilities team.
A full list of grants recipients can be found at geelongaustralia.com.au/grants
GET INVOLVED IN YOUR LOCAL COUNCIL ELECTION
Do you want to make a difference in your community?
The City of Greater Geelong council election is on Saturday 24 October 2020.
You can have your say on the future of our region by nominating as a candidate, supporting a prospective councillor and voting via the postal process.
The City encourages residents of all genders, cultural backgrounds and experiences to consider running for council.
There are many ways to learn more about the process, including: • Chat with us at Pako Festa in Geelong West on Saturday 29 February
• Participating in the ‘How to Get Elected’ workshop for women by Ruth McGowan at Geelong Library & Heritage Centre, also on Saturday 29 February
• Participating in the Barwon - Candidate Development: ‘Your Campaign in Action’, a workshop for women delivered in Geelong by VLGA on Tuesday 17 March. Register at vlga.org.au
For more information, visit geelongaustralia.com.au/elections
2020 YOUTH COUNCIL
After a successful first term, Greater Geelong’s next Youth Council will be announced in February.
We’d like to thank all the young people who nominated to represent their peers at local government level. Nominations closed in January.
Once the 2020 Youth Council is inducted, it will come together for regular meetings, attend community events and provide advice on relevant issues.
A new Junior Mayor will be appointed after a voting process, taking the reins from inaugural leader Josie Horne.
For more information, visit geelongaustralia.com.au/ youthcouncil
GEELONG’S BIG PLAY DAY
This FREE community event for preschool children and their families is held during National Playgroup Week 2020.
The family-friendly event offers free and exciting interactive children’s activities, as well as entertainment by the Mik Maks, Krazy Koala, and Dazzling Dan the Magic Man.
Participate in physical activities on Leisuretime’s full size FIFA standard multi-purpose outdoor synthetic pitch, and enjoy interactive activities and entertainment on the indoor basketball courts. Big Play Day offers the opportunity to connect with local community services for children and families.
The event is being held at The Leisuretime Centre, 262–282 Anakie Road, Norlane on Tuesday 24 March between 10.00am–2.00pm.
For more information search Geelong’s Big Play Day at geelongaustralia.com.au
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN!
SESSIONAL KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATIONS ARE NOW OPEN ACROSS THE REGION.
There are a large number of excellent kindergartens located throughout the City of Greater Geelong for both 3-year-old and 4-year-old kinder.
Kindergartens aim to develop children’s individual social, emotional, intellectual, physical and language abilities in the year prior to commencing primary school.
Through play and participation in group activities, children make friends, build resilience and develop positive self-esteem. Local kindergartens operate from a range of service environments including stand-alone centres; long day childcare centres; and integrated child and family centres.
Children are eligible to attend 4-year old kindergarten if they turn 4 years of age on or before 30 April in the year of attendance.
For more information, and to register visit geelongaustralia.com.au/ kindergartens
UNWIND YOUR INNER YOGI AT KARDINIA AQUATIC CENTRE
YOGA BY THE POOL IS BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND.
Kardinia Aquatic Centre invites you to unwind and relax by the pool in March.
Spend Friday mornings waking up with the sun and start your day with a gentle hour-long class suitable for all fitness levels.
These sessions go beyond burning calories and toning muscles, they bring together your mind, body and soul.
All visitors are welcome to attend, with free entry for Swim Sport & Leisure members. All you need to bring is your own yoga mat. Arrive at 6.00am for a 6.15am start on the following days:
• Friday 6 March • Friday 13 March • Friday 20 March • Friday 27 March For more information, visit geelongaustralia.com.au/ssl Bookings essential. Register at reception or call the centre on 5221 4910.
