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Greater Dandenong’s Monthly Magazine
MARCH 2017
Family fun at Autumn Fest PAGE 7
Dandenong World Fare
What’s on at Drum Theatre
Melbourne Food and Wine Festival
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Customer Service Centres Dandenong Civic Centre 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong Springvale Customer Service 397–405 Springvale Road, Springvale Keysborough Customer Service Shop A7 Parkmore Shopping Centre, Keysborough Paddy O’Donoghue Centre 18–34 Buckley Street, Noble Park All correspondance to: The City PO Box 200 Dandenong VIC 3175 Email: news@cgd.vic.gov.au Phone: 8571 1000
Mayor ’s message Welcome to the March edition of The City magazine. This month you can read about some delicious events celebrating our diverse food offerings in Greater Dandenong. See page 3 to find out about the Dandenong World Fare and turn to page 14 to read about local businesses taking part in the acclaimed Melbourne Food and Wine Festival. Sustainability and protection of the environment are key themes for Council. Turn to page 7 to find out more about two new recycling initiatives happening in Greater Dandenong. Mayor Jim Memeti If you are looking to be entertained turn to pages 8&9 to see what is happening at our iconic Drum Theatre. I am chairing a community safety forum for Keysborough South residents on 16 March. Read more about this on page 6. There is always something happening in this wonderful city of ours, and I look forward to seeing you all out and about enjoying yourselves this month.
Fax: 8571 5196 www.greaterdandenong.com @greaterdandy facebook.com/greaterdandenong cityofgreaterdandenong youtube.com/citygreaterdandenong TTY: 133 677 Speak and listen: 1300 555 727 www.iprelay.com.au
My City Bright Moon Buddhist Temple is just one of the beautiful temples which can be found on Springvale Road in Springvale. Visitors are encouraged to discover the different faiths who worship along what is known as the Golden Mile of temples.
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Important Numbers Emergency calls Police / Fire / Ambulance................................... 000 Street lighting faults / non-operational United Energy............................................13 20 99 Traffic signal faults / non-operational................................... 8571 1000 Hoon Hotline................................. 1800 333 000 Hard Waste Collection WM Waste Management Services.................................................... 9721 1915 Australian Animal Protection Society.............................. 9798 8415 RSPCA....................................................... 9224 2222 Nurse on Call................................ 1300 606 024
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Front Cover: Autumn Fest will celebrate familes, fun and furry friends at Wachter Reserve. Picture: Andy Drewitt.
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Plan for Springvale
Free Event
Dandenong World Fare The City of Greater Dandenong has prepared the Draft Springvale Activity Centre Structure Plan to guide the future use and development for the area over the next 20 years.
The plan, when finalised, will set out the key objectives and strategies to guide everything from development and open space, to economic and social planning and sustainability outcomes. Council is now seeking the community’s feedback on the Draft Springvale Activity Centre Structure Plan. The proposed plan will assist Council to: ► manage
land use and encourage economic activity
► achieve
excellence in built form and urban design for new developments
► encourage
and promote alternative transport and movement options to the car
► improve
and increase open space and public realm provisions.
You can have your say on the draft plan from Monday 6 March to Friday 7 April. Your feedback on the plan is important to make sure that there is an up to date plan for Springvale to ensure sustainable growth and development in the centre. A feedback form can be found on Council’s website or at Council customer service centres and libraries. Submissions must be made in writing and received by Council by 5pm on Friday 7 April 2017. Visit greaterdandenong.com to find out more about the Draft Springvale Activity Centre Structure Plan and how you may be affected by the proposed changes. Contact Council’s Strategic Planning Unit at council@cgd.vic.gov.au or phone 8571 1000.
Travel the world on a plate and indulge in the best of Melbourne’s street food scene when Dandenong Market celebrates the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival. The Dandenong World Fare will be held on Sunday 2 April, from 10am–4pm, and will celebrate the irresistible flavours of dishes from Asia, Africa, the Americas, Europe and the Middle East. Explore 40 multicultural food trucks and street stalls at this pop-up, hawker style market, plus shake your hips at the world music stage, be inspired by cooking demonstrations and enjoy familyfriendly fairground rides. Dandenong World Fare will be held on the Terrace, directly east of The Bazaar and Market Square. Don’t forget to make time to explore the rest of Dandenong Market, with more than 200 market stalls it’s all about fresh produce, huge variety and amazing bargains. Entry to the fare and car parking are free. Visit dandenongmarket.com. au for more information.
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Councillor Contacts Lightwood Ward Cr Youhorn Chea Ph/Fax: 9584 5149 0417 320 645 youhorn.chea@cgd.vic.gov.au
Lightwood Ward Cr Sean O’Reilly 0422 523 258 sean.oreilly@cgd.vic.gov.au
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Lightwood Ward Cr Loi Truong 0466 004 618 loi.truong@cgd.vic.gov.au
Paperbark Ward Cr Roz Blades AM Ph/Fax: 9701 5021 0417 053 612 roz.blades@cgd.vic.gov.au
Paperbark Ward Cr Tim Dark 0466 403 914 tim.dark@cgd.vic.gov.au
Paperbark Ward Cr Heang Tak Ph: 9548 2340 0403 072 291 heang.tak@cgd.vic.gov.au
Red Gum Ward Cr Matthew Kirwan 0403 072 295 matthew.kirwan@cgd.vic.gov.au
THU RSDAY Red Gum Ward Cr Angela Long Ph/Fax: 9795 6574 MARCH 0466 004 616 angela.long@cgd.vic.gov.au
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NOVEMBER Red Gum Ward Cr Jim Memeti – Mayor Ph/Fax: 9792 4683 0434 560 239 jim.memeti@cgd.vic.gov.au
Silverleaf Ward Cr Zaynoun Melhem 0466 518 082 zaynoun.melhem@cgd.vic.gov.au
Councillors Matthew Kirwan, Tim Dark, Youhorn Chea, Jim Memeti (Mayor) and Loi Truong take to the stage to ring in the Year of the Rooster at Dandenong Market’s Lunar New Year celebrations on Sunday 29 January.
Council Meetings TUESDAY
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Council meetings are held on the second and the fourth Monday of the month.
Did you know you can watch Council meetings live online via our web-cast service?
All Council meetings are held at the city chambers at the Dandenong Civic Centre at 225 Lonsdale Street Dandenong.
You can keep up with all the latest decisions, hear questions from residents and find out the many ways your local councillors are serving the community.
The March meetings will be held: Silverleaf Ward Cr Maria Sampey Ph/Fax: 9790 1291 0438 800 027 maria.sampey@cgd.vic.gov.au
MONDAY TH URSDAY
Tuesday 14 March (Tuesday meeting due to public holiday on the Monday) Monday 27 March
To view meetings online simply go to greaterdandenong.com/ councilmeetings
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Cr Angela Long
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Abbotts Road is a vital connector road to freeways, highways and major roads into and out of this industrial area of our city. Greater Dandenong has a very large industrial area which employs over 60,000 people and any improvement that we can make to the road system is vital to keep these industries viable, helping get employees to and from work as well as getting their supplies in and their products out of their factories.
The Abbotts Road duplication works in Dandenong South, including the construction of the Abbotts Road bridge has been a great improvement to the flow of traffic throughout the area. Before the duplication work Abbotts Road was a bottleneck at this location where two lanes reduced to one.
► Silverleaf Ward As a new Councillor for the Silverleaf Ward I thought I would take this opportunity to introduce myself to the community. I was born in Dandenong and still live in Dandenong North. I went to school at Nazareth College in Noble Park North, where I met my now wife in Year 7. All of my childhood memories revolve around this area. My family had a milk bar on Jacksons Road that I used to help out in as a child, and a supermarket on Police Road, which I still, to this day, work at. I remember as a child going to Springvale with my family and eating all the different varieties of Asian food. Many of you will know my father, Naim Melhem, was a councillor with the City of Greater Dandenong. When he left his role as a councillor I was 15 years old, but I saw the impact he made in this community and since then I have been passionate about this community and how Council and residents can work together to improve.
The cost of this project was $5.5 million and was jointly funded by Council, who contributed $4.42 million, the Federal Government who contributed $1.14 million. Aldi, who have a warehouse in Produce Drive, Dandenong South, also contributed $280,000 to build a new section of road connecting Produce Drive to Abbotts Road. Abbotts Road rail crossing will also be removed with works to begin by the end of this year. The rail crossing has 23,000 vehicles and 120 trains going through every week day. Removing
the rail crossing will improve the flow of traffic. The project will also create hundreds of jobs for local people.
Greater Dandenong has been very fortunate to have four rail crossings removed and fully funded by the State Government. This includes crossings at Heatherton, Chandler, Corrigan and Abbotts roads. I am always available to answer any Council related questions and can be contacted on 9795 6574 or 0466 004 616 or email me at angela.long@cgd.vic.gov.au
Cr Zaynoun Melhem Some key issues that I feel very strongly about include youth unemployment, and unemployment in general. I am heavily focussed on youth and ensuring we have the right measures in place to ensure our youth are heading in the right direction. I would also like to make sure Greater Dandenong’s multiculturalism is celebrated. I also want to ensure our beautiful parks are maintained and ensure we have great open spaces for the whole community.
My vision for Greater Dandenong is as a strong multicultural community with a strong economy, and I want it to be as beautiful in the future as it has been in the past.
If you would like to contact me about any community issues you can email me at Zaynoun. melhem@cgd.vic.gov.au or phone me on 0466 518 082.
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Working for You
Smoking laws to change Changes to smoking laws this year include bans at outdoor dining premises, and tougher laws applying to shisha tobacco and e-cigarettes. The new laws, which will take place from 1 August 2017, will help protect the community from exposure to second-hand tobacco smoke. Councillors have long advocated for a ban on cigarette smoking in outdoor dining areas and have been working with the State Government, other local governments and health agencies to address laws surrounding shisha tobacco since 2015.
Tatterson Park Pavilion One of the biggest capital works projects in Greater Dandenong is really starting to take shape. Work on the Tatterson Park Pavilion started in July 2016 and is due to be completed in September this year. Mayor Jim Memeti said the project would provide Greater Dandenong residents with a top class sporting and community hub. “Keysborough is experiencing significant growth, and this facility will help cater for demand in the sport and recreation areas, it will also give the community a beautiful facility for meetings and functions,” Cr Memeti said.
“A synthetic playing field will also be built after the pavilion is finished, which will cater for everything from grass roots sport to elite level competition, making this a truly unique facility for the south east region.” When completed the building will include community meeting and function rooms, multi-purpose spaces, a commercial kitchen, eight unisex change rooms, umpire and official amenities, kiosks and a 500-seat spectator viewing area. Council has invested $6.2 million into the project, while the Australian Government has committed $4.8 million. The remaining funds ($650,000) have come from the State Government.
Under the Tobacco Amendment Act 2016 smoking will be banned: ► at
outdoor areas of food premises during food service times, including beer gardens, footpath dining areas and courtyards
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all outdoor areas at food fairs where the principal activity is the supply of food for consumption at the event
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outdoor areas within 10m of food stalls and vans at organised outdoor events including community or street festivals.
From 1 August 2017 the definition of tobacco products under the Tobacco Act will be broadened to include e-cigarettes and shisha products that contain any amount of tobacco. This means the sale, advertising and use of shisha tobacco and e-cigarettes will be brought into line with other products such as cigarettes and cigars. Visit www2.health.vic.gov.au/ public-health/tobacco-reform for more information.
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Community Safety Forum
The main focus will be for Keysborough South residents to ask questions and raise any concerns they may have.
Greater Dandenong Red Gum Ward Councillors will host a community safety forum for residents in Keysborough South.
Keysborough South Community Safety Forum
All residents are welcome to attend the forum, which will be chaired by Mayor Jim Memeti and attended by councillors Matthew Kirwan and Angela Long. State Member for Keysborough Hon Martin Pakula and representatives from Victoria Police will also attend.
South Eastern Masonic Centre, 270 Hutton Road, Keysborough
Thursday 16 March, 7pm–8.30pm
For more information phone 8571 5230.
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Autumn Fest This year’s Autumn Fest will be a family and pet-friendly event, giving residents the chance to treat their whole family to a pawsome day out. Join us for live entertainment, free activities and workshops, sports and games and fun for your four-legged friends in a day that will have something for everybody.
Chill out on the colourful bean bags while enjoying live stage performances and take in the festival atmosphere, or explore the family friendly activities which cover everything from art and culture to sports and games.
Recycle old goods for free The City of Greater Dandenong will help residents recycle more household waste this month.
Residents can take advantage of two Pop-up Drive thru Recycling Days and a one-off kerbside collection to dispose of unwanted electronic and household goods. This free one-off service is for City of Greater Dandenong residents and is a great chance to clear some space around the house, reduce landfill and give items a new life. There is a limit of 15 items and they must be brought in a car or trailer as this is a drive-thru service only.
If your dog is howling for adventure and making new friends then why not bring him or her to Autumn Fest. You can visit our animal management tent for free cat and dog microchipping, or take part in some fun dog activities in the off-leash area. Food, community and market stalls will also be set up at the event, and roving entertainers will make sure everyone is having a great time. Autumn Fest Sunday 2 April 11am–4pm Wachter Reserve, Kingsclere Avenue, Keysborough
Don’t forget daylight savings ends on Saturday 1 April, so remember to wind your clocks back so you don’t miss the 11am start of Autumn Fest.
Some items will be donated to charities while others will be recycled to create new products.
The Homecycle kerb collection will also help residents give unwanted goods a second chance.
What you can bring:
Homecycle will occur between 20 March and 1 April, and your collection will be the day after your normal recycling bin is emptied.
► TVs
and computers ► Electrical appliances ► Whitegoods (fridges, freezers, washing machines) ► Furniture (chairs, tables, couches, desks) ► Mattresses ► Bicycles ► Homewares (children’s items, prams, pushers, baby car seats). The drive thru days will be held at: Greaves Reserve, Bennet Street, Dandenong, on Saturday 4 March, from 8am–2pm Springvale Customer Service car park, 397–405 Springvale Road, Springvale, on Saturday 18 March, from 8am–2pm
How to Homecycle: ► Group
items into categories, textiles, household items, sporting equipment, small electrical items and printer cartridges
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each category into a separate plastic bag
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plastic bags into your recycling bin the night the bin has been emptied and leave it out on your nature strip for collection the next morning. Visit greaterdandenong.com/ wasteandrecycling for more information or phone 8571 1000.
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e r t a e h T m u r D t a n o ’s t a Wh There is entertainment for everyone at the Drum Theatre over the next few months as we welcome family favourites, some classic performers and the internationally acclaimed Circus Oz.
March The Magic Toy Shop presented by the Victorian State Ballet Friday 3 and Saturday 4 March, 7.30pm With a cast of internationally recognised artists, The Magic Toy Shop will bring excitement and ballet splendour to the Drum stage. Model Citizen presented by Circus Oz Friday 24 and Saturday 25 March Set in a beautiful, chaotic model world Model Citizens seamlessly blends the risk, beauty and rawness of acrobatic circus with pumping live music, stunning lighting, breathtaking physical improbability and no shortage of absurdity.
Model Citizen
The Magic Toy Shop
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Elvis an American Trilogy Saturday 1 April, 8pm
Going on a Bear Hunt Pyjama Party Monday 1 May, 6.30pm
Drum backstage tour and heritage talk (FREE) Wednesday 19 April, 6pm
“Magic Moments” Burt Bacharach Tribute Thursday 4 May, 10.30am
Addams Family Thursday 27– Saturday 29 April
An Intimate Evening with David Hobson Saturday 13 May, 7.30pm Trident Saturday 20 May, 7.30pm Everly Brothers and Buddy Holly Tribute Show Saturday 27 May, 8pm
Lanza Sings Again Thursday 30 March, 10.30am A part of the Drum Theatre Encore Program this show features classic hits and the fascinating story of one of the world’s most popular tenors, Mario Lanza and his most loved soprano, Kathryn Grayson. Starring tenor Roy Best and international soprano Alison Jones.
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Sugar Gliders Samba Workshops
Artist in Residence Program
Drum Theatre is excited to announce the first Artist in Residence as local artist Rana Mitra. Rana brings his love and talent of Brazillian drumming to the Drum and the community. His workshops will focus on the Samba and Batacuda rhythms of Brazil and will be open to everyone aged 10 and up.
Rana Mitra
In 2017, Drum Theatre embarks on a new era of working closely with local artists to produce new works, which not only entertain the local community but also engage them through an Artist in Residence program.
The Sugar Gliders Samba Workshops will be held every Thursday until the end of Term 1 (30 March), from 6pm–8pm.
Drum Theatre is excited to announce the first Artist in Residence as local artist Rana Mitra. Rana brings his love and talent of Brazillian drumming to the Drum and the community. He will work with people of all ages in weekly workshops, teaching them the basics of drumming and rhythm to collaboratively produce a performance work to be performed later in the year.
The fun, interactive workshops are open to everyone aged 10+, and will bring the infectious swinging Samba and Batacuda rhythms of the Brazilian Carnival to the people of Greater Dandenong. Over the term you will learn the rhythms of the carnival and later expand your repertoire to incorporate songs, melodies and dance.
There is no need for previous experience, just a love of learning and rhythm.
Cost is $5 per workshop. For bookings visit drumtheatre. com.au or phone 8571 1666.
Short Cuts Film Festival Short Cuts is back for 2017, and the top entries will be screened at Drum Theatre on Friday 5 May at 7pm.
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While you might be happy to sit in the audience and enjoy watching these films, entries are still open for those of you who want to tell your own story. Entries close on March 17. For more information or to book tickets to the screening visit www. shortcuts.com.au
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Event Calendar / March 2017 MONDAY
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1 oga at Heritage Hill Y 5.10pm and 6.20pm (every Wednesday) Ph: 0405 427 183
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Up Australia Day www.cleanupaustraliaday.org.au Dandenong Environment Group meeting Dandenong Wetlands, Stud Road, Dandenong North 9.30am Ph: 8571 1702
City of Greater Dandenong Ph: 8571 1000
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T he Magic Toy Shop Drum Theatre 7.20pm Ph: 8571 1666
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Drum Theatre Ph: 8571 1666 Dandenong Library Ph: 1300 630 920 Heritage Hill Museum and Historic Gardens Ph: 9793 4511
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Jan Wilson Community Centre Ph: 9795 9279
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West Primary School Community Festival 32 Birdwood Avenue 2pm-6pm
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Cinema – Oddball (G) and Eddie the Eagle (PG) Harmony Square, Dandenong 7pm
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Oz: Model Citizens Drum Theatre 7.30pm Ph: 8571 1666
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Dandenong Market Ph: 9701 3850
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Walker Street Gallery Ph: 9706 8441
Cultural Tours Ph: 8571 1666
Send your event listings to news@cgd.vic.gov.au List your community event online at greaterdandenong.com/ events
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Celebrate Youth Week
Get involved
National Youth Week is a celebration of young people aged 12–25, and this year Greater Dandenong will use the week to put youth on a path to create their own future. The Create Your Future workshops will help explore career choices and get you job ready for 2017 and beyond. ► Are
you an aspiring Robogal keen to pursue a career in engineering, science and technology? ► Are you interested in a career in Victoria Police or the Defence Forces? ► Want to get involved in volunteering? ► Looking to take your business idea to the next level? ► Want some tips on how to get that casual or part time job? ► Want to learn how to become a soccer coach or referee? If you answered yes to any of these questions then you will want to get involved in these workshops that will happen between Monday 27 March and Friday 7 April. There will also be some fun activities and events happening across Greater Dandenong, including a skate competition at the Noble Park Skate Park and a soccer tournament in conjunction with Melbourne Victory at Dandenong’s Pop-up Park. Visit greaterdandenong.com/youth to see the calendar of events and to sign up for one of the many workshops on offer. For more information phone the Youth and Family Services team on 9793 2155.
Become a Young Leader in Greater Dandenong Council is calling on young people to take the lead in 2017. Young people aged 16–25 who live, work or study in Greater Dandenong can join the Young Leaders Program. Now in its ninth year, the program provides unique opportunities for young people to develop their skills across a wide range of topics, including project planning, public speaking, media and promotion, effective communication, conflict resolution and stress management. It also encourages participants to develop a better understanding of the role of local government and how Council works with the community. Facilitated by Council’s Youth and Family Services department, the program gives participants the chance to work in small teams to develop and deliver a community project.
Mayor Jim Memeti said the program offered opportunities for personal and professional growth. “The skills learned through the Young Leaders Program can help our young community members get a great start in life. Many of our previous participants have gone on to achieve great things,” Cr Memeti said. The program will run from 2 May to 19 September, 2017, with meetings held weekly.
Take part in a soccer tournament as part of Youth Week celebrations.
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Applications close on Friday 31 March. Visit youth. greaterdandenong.com for more information.
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Spirit of Enterprise A community project to record stories of the migrants and refugees who lived at the Enterprise Migrant Hostel will unveil the final stage of its project this month.
Community Garden open day Springvale Community Garden members are looking forward to sharing their tips and tricks for looking after your own garden oasis at this month’s open day. Learn about composting and worm farming, including start up, finding the right system for your needs and trouble shooting. Meet and chat to members of the community garden, including resident beekeeper Will, who will explain the importance of bees. Enjoy a sausage sizzle, raffle, plant and produce sale, and entertain the kids at a free planting station provided by Bunnings. The Open Day will be held at Springvale Community Gardens, 1-7 Morwell Parade, Springvale, on Saturday 18 March, from 10am–12pm. For more information phone 8571 1702.
The Spirit of Enterprise Project has created the Enterprise Trail, a series of 3m tall markers at various locations throughout central Springvale, which celebrate sites special to migrants and refugees through the 1970s and 80s.
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organisation partnerships were developed ► Springvale
Community Aid and Advice Bureau from where much of the settlement work in the community originated
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Neighbourhood House which was built primarily to provide a meeting place for social clubs from different communities.
A final marker will help tell the story of the way in which the Springvale Road shops changed with each new wave of migration and will be launched on 26 March at 2pm. The wider community is invited to help celebrate the completion of the Enterprise Trail.
The markers contain photos and stories which explain the sites’ significance and include information about the people or organisations involved in supporting new arrivals to Australia. The most recent marker was installed at the site of the Springvale Community Health Service, on the corner of Windsor and Buckingham avenues. This service has been providing health care to the residents of Springvale since 1984. Prior to that date the Enterprise Migrant Hostel provided holistic, integrated and inclusive health services to migrants and refugees. Other markers have been installed at: ► The
former Springvale Primary School where the Ethnic Teacher’s Aide program was piloted
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where unique social security and community
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Immunisation Timetable – March 2017 Date
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Monday 6 March
4.30pm–6.30pm
Springvale Service for Children, 23–28 Lightwood Road, Springvale
Wednesday 8 March
4pm–6.30pm
Dandenong Civic Centre, 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong
Tuesday 14 March
10am–11.30am
Paddy O’Donoghue Centre, 18–34 Buckley Street, Noble Park
Monday 20 March
4.30pm–6pm
Springers Leisure Centre, 400 Cheltenham Road, Keysborough
Monday 20 March
1pm–1.45pm
Jan Wilson Community Centre, Halton Road, Noble Park North
Wednesday 22 March
10am–11.30am
Springvale Service for Children, 23–28 Lightwood Road, Springvale
Saturday 25 March
10am–11.45am
Dandenong Civic Centre, 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong
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Business News
Women in Business A SEBN (South East Business Networks) breakfast this month celebrates and showcases women in business in a nod to International Women’s Day.
A chance for women to network while sharing and celebrating their success, the breakfast will feature guest speaker Yassmin Abdel-Magied.
Celebrate good food
The 25-year-old activist has a degree in mechanical engineering, has written a book about her life, and has presented a TEDx Talk that has been viewed more than 1.5 million times.
Enjoy smoky meats and craft beer when Uncle’s Smallgoods and Kaiju Brewery team up for their delicious event.
Several Greater Dandenong businesses will showcase their amazing food and drink offerings during celebrations for the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival. In a perfect marriage of two cultures My Cambodia and Milan Tea House in Springvale have joined forces to offer a traditional dining experience. Indulge in a banquet lunch at My Cambodia, a family-run restaurant cooking authentic Cambodian Food, before a leisurely stroll to Milan Tea House to enjoy a traditional Chinese tea ceremony, featuring three exquisite teas. The one-off event will be held on Friday 31 March from 12pm–2.30pm and costs $63 per person.
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Tour the award-winning Kaiju Brewery in Dandenong South and later sit down to a memorable tasting as the boys from Uncle’s carve up their best hand-crafted smallgoods, and the brewers from Kaiju ensure you wash your meal down with their finest drop. The Head Brewer and Smoke Master will be on hand to talk about their products and craft so don’t be afraid to ask questions and learn from the experts. Walk away with satisfied tastebuds and a gift bag full of treats. The tasty event will be held on Thursday 6 April, from 6.30pm–9pm and costs $88 per person. Visit melbournefoodandwine. com.au to book tickets to these events or find out more about the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival.
A high-achieving social justice warrior who founded youth support organisation Youth Without Borders, Abdel-Magied has worked on off-shore oil rigs and is a petrol head with a Formula One obsession. She will share her story and tips for success during the breakfast. SEBN Showcasing Women in Business Breakfast Highways, corner Princes Highway and Corrigan Road, Springvale Thursday 9 March, 7am–9am Cost $55 Details: sebn@cgd.vic.gov. au or 8571 1576
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Chisholm raises awareness of family violence Students at Dandenong’s Chisholm TAFE are looking to break down barriers and encourage awareness of Domestic Violence issues in the community. The campus held an awareness day last October, and continues to support the Clothesline Project, which remembers women who have lost their lives in domestic violence situations. The awareness day focussed on the theme “Domestic Violence doesn’t always look like this”, and featured students wearing makeup that depicted injuries. The confronting scenes helped spark conversations about family violence and the fact that victims were not always so conspicuous.
The theme also addressed the imbalance of power and control and how that can affect relationships.
The awareness day raised money for Share the Dignity, a charity supporting homeless women, and led into White Ribbon Day in November. If you or someone you know requires support please phone 1800 RESPECT.
Greater Dandenong Neighbourhood Watch will hold its first public forum for the year on Wednesday 15 March.
“Our public forums give residents a chance to come together to share their experiences and learn more about being safe.”
Guest speakers include Victoria Police Inspector Mark Langhorn and a Council representative who will talk about community safety.
Mrs Vernon said Neighbourhood Watch was always looking for volunteers to help out, from as little as a couple of times a year to a weekly commitment.
Greater Dandenong Neighbourhood Watch President Dawn Vernon said the afternoon session was a trial this month, but if it was successful the group would introduce an afternoon session for each public forum.
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“I think it is important for people to hear about the good work that is happening in our community. There is often so much negative news being reported, but Greater Dandenong is a safe community,” Mrs Vernon said.
A display of the Clothesline Project also helped bring to light the number of women who died in 2016 at the hands of a partner. The project is an international one that displays t-shirts on a clothesline, with each t-shirt recording the name of a woman who died.
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An afternoon session will be held at 3pm before the regular evening forum at 7.30pm, to give more people a chance to attend.
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She said the group was also looking to replace worn and faded signs throughout the City of Greater Dandenong, and encouraged residents to get in touch to report signs that needed replacement. The public forum will be held at the Paddy O’Donoghue Centre, 18 Buckley Street, Noble Park. For more information or to report a faded sign visit nhw.greaterdandenong.org or phone 0407 325 030.
…helped spark conversations about family violence Domestic violence awareness day at Chisholm TAFE. Picture: Christie Fox.
New Dandenong office supports community The Federation of South Sudanese Associations in Victoria has a permanent office space in Dandenong, helping cater for the needs of the South Sudanese community in Melbourne’s south east. Federation Chairman Kenyatta J Dei Wal said the announcement of funding support by the State Government late last year was commendable. He said the funding would help support community projects and engagement services for South Sudanese youth. “This is a massive shift towards social justice and inclusive policy development in Australia, (but) there is still more work to be done and it requires our collective efforts. Through partnerships and collaborations I am certain we can achieve more,” he said. The Federation office is based in the Hub Arcade, Dandenong, and can be contacted via email at fssav15@gmail.com or by phone on 8752 3959.
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Sunday 2 April, 10am to 4pm
Celebrating world food Indulge in the best of Melbourne’s street food scene at Dandenong World Fare, hosted by Dandenong Market. At this free event, explore 40 multicultural food trucks and street stalls, hand-picked by us. Plus shake your hips at the world music stage, get colourful with free face painting and henna, and enjoy fairground rides. Corner Clow and Cleeland Streets
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Free parking. Free entry.