DECEMBER 2016
The City of Mitcham’s Carols by the Creek with Flinders Private Hospital Sunday 4 December 2016 Soldiers Memorial Gardens, Belair Road, Hawthorn 5 pm to 6.30 pm Community Choirs Free Face Painting Camel and Pony Rides 6.45 pm to 9 pm Community Carols Featuring: Lucky Seven Tinsel the Reindeer Jessica Braithwaite Brian Gilbertson
MITCHAM COMMUNITY NEWS DECEMBER 2016 Also in this issue
The Bushfire Season for the Mount Lofty Fire Ban District begins on 1 December 2016. Are you Bushfire Ready? Page 6-7
The City of Mitcham now has 62 playgrounds with a new playground recently installed at Kinedana Reserve in Park Street, Eden Hills. Page 11
Our community centres, located at Blackwood, Cumberland Park, Mitcham and Hawthorn, have an exciting school holiday program to keep the kids occupied. Page 16
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Recycle Right this Christmas
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Fire Safety Refuges
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January School Holidays at the Library
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Have your Say on New Signage in Colonel Light Gardens
10 Community Calendar 12 Your Elected Members 13 Australia Day Celebrations 14 Christmas Hours for Mitcham Council Services
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December 2016 Publication Details Mitcham Community News is published bi-monthly by and for the City of Mitcham. Editorial Communications Department, City of Mitcham Design + Production Sarah Bennett Design Reprographics + Printing Graphic Print Group Paperstock Printed on paper made in Australia from elemental chlorine free pulp derived from sustainable plantation forests. Distribution PMP Limited and Australia Post Delivered to 29,850 homes, PO boxes and businesses within the Mitcham Council area. Advertising KRL Media Services Telephone: 8231 5433 PO Box 131 Unley, SA 5061 Contributing Articles Community groups and organisations submitting items for the February 2017 issue of this publication should ensure they reach Business Partner Communication and Marketing Julie Lamond no later than Friday 6 January 2017. Telephone: 8372 8871 or email jlamond@mitchamcouncil.sa.gov.au Good quality colour/high resolution colour photographs/image files can be submitted although publication will depend on space availability.
Message from the Mayor Well it certainly has been a busy few months in Mitcham. This week we acknowledged our senior citizens, carers and volunteers at a film morning at the Wallis Cinemas Mitcham and it was a great opportunity to be able to meet and talk to a number of residents present for the morning tea and movie. I am mindful that many of our senior citizens have lived in Mitcham for many decades, and they are very appreciative of the home care and other benefits that we provide to our senior residents, a program that I fully support. Many sporting clubs have commenced their summer season events and I have had great pleasure in attending the various ‘season openers’. We are fortunate to have so many people engaged in the various sporting and community clubs. Mitcham has a high level of community participation and I think that character underpins the quality of life here in Mitcham. The State Treasurer Tom Koutsantonis announced subsidies for capital improvement programmes and as we progress the investigation of improvements to Mitcham Library this is great timing. I had pleasure in hosting the representatives of our private and public schools at a Civic Reception attended by Education Minister Susan Close. It goes without saying that it is indeed an important role that the teachers and support staff play in shaping our future generation. The schools were invited to engage with Mitcham Council on local issues including shared facilities etc. The Minister answered questions and it was a delightful evening.
Mayor Glenn Spear Telephone: 0438 221 762 gspear@mitchamcouncil.sa.gov.au
Last week I met with Federal Member for Boothby Ms Nicolle Flint and Member for Davenport Mr Sam Duluk to discuss the coming bushfire season which is fast approaching. Together with local CFS members we were able to set an agenda to ensure that the community are well informed, indeed with the abundance of growth we may have the possibility of a high risk fire season. Tracey and I would like to take this opportunity of wishing everyone a wonderful Christmas and holiday season. Please stay safe and enjoy the festivities. Glenn and Tracey Spear
Website www.mitchamcouncil.sa.gov.au Listen to the Mitcham Community News Audio copies of the Mitcham Community News are available on compact disc at both Mitcham and Blackwood Libraries, on Council’s website www.mitchamcouncil.sa.gov.au or by arrangement from the Community Information Service. Telephone: 8372 8812. Council Meetings The Development Assessment Panel meets on the first Thursday of the month at 6.30 pm. Full Council meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 7 pm. Council Civic Centre Open weekdays 9 am to 5 pm. 131 Belair Road, Torrens Park or PO Box 21, Mitcham Shopping Centre, Torrens Park, South Australia 5062 Telephone: 8372 8888 The views and opinions expressed in articles and advertisements submitted by contributors, other than the City of Mitcham, do not necessarily reflect the views of the Council as a body, nor as individual members. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy in published articles submitted by contributors other than Council, no responsibility is accepted for any errors that they may contain.
Kids Camera Action on Channel 44 Kids Camera Action, a local filmmaking school, is about to begin producing KCA TV for Channel 44 from the Mitcham Cultural Village in Mitcham. Kids Camera Action, who holds classes at the Mitcham Cultural village, will begin production of a brand new television show to be broadcast on Channel 44 in the next few weeks. The television show will be produced entirely by kids and filmed at the Mitcham Cultural Village
in Mitcham. This show is the first of its kind ever to be done in South Australia. Chloe Gardner, owner of Kids Camera Action, is excited about this new venture. “These kids have so much talent and I can’t wait until the first episode hits our television screens.
Kids Camera Action has some great school holiday programs at the Mitcham Cultural Village in January. See page 16 for more information or call 0413 724 755.
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2016 City of Mitcham Carols by the Creek with Flinders Private Hospital The City of Mitcham and the Flinders Private Hospital are delighted to present one of the highlights of the Mitcham calendar, the annual Carols by the Creek. Celebrate Christmas at this joyful free family event with lots of singing and family entertainment.
‘then and now’ photos on social media so that you can join in the conversation.
In 2016, we are celebrating our 20th anniversary Carols event and we invite you to join us and wear something silver, sparkly or add some tinsel to your family to celebrate this milestone.
A delicious feast awaits you with a BBQ by Mitcham Lions and pancakes, tea and coffee by Centennial Park Sea Scouts available for purchase as well other stalls to keep you entertained.
We also invite you to bring along #throwback photos to share of you and your family at past Carols by the Creek events or taken anywhere in the City of Mitcham 20 years ago, to be a part of our history! There will be opportunities to share
The kids will love the free face painting and the popular camel and pony rides.
The City of Mitcham would like to thank PLATINUM PARTNER
This year we welcome the delightful Jessica Braithwaite, Nine News weather presenter as our event MC. Jessica is a talented singer and guitarist and will compare the evening along with performing some of the Christmas carols on the night. Jessica will be dressed for the occasion by the amazing South Australian designer, Paige Rowe. International tenor and esteemed Music Director, Brian Gilbertson will be returning to host Carols by the Creek. Brian made his operatic debut in Vienna with the Vienna Kammeroper and will be performing solo and leading the community carols. Carols will be headlined by Adelaide’s hottest swing band, Lucky Seven, and introduce emergent local young talent, vocalist, Bethany Hubmayer. Popular children’s entertainer, Tinsel the Reindeer will be performing an interactive Christmas Show full of song and dance sure to entertain the kids.
SILVER PARTNERS
Our very own Mitcham City Brass together with the Australian Girls Choir and Scotch College Pipes and Drums will be providing musical support during the evening. Community and school choirs will begin the entertainment at 5 pm and our Carols will commence at 6.45 pm.
BRONZE PARTNERS
Candles are available for purchase on the night from parishioners of local churches with proceeds going to local chaplaincy programs. Performers drawn from local churches and schools will again stage a nativity scene, complete with live animals. We look forward to seeing you! Don’t forget to find us on Facebook www.facebook.com/cityofmitcham and share your photos using #carolsbythecreek2016
Sunday 4 December 5 pm to 6.30 pm Community choirs, free face painting and pony rides 6.45 pm to 9 pm Community Carols Soldiers Memorial Gardens Belair Road, Hawthorn
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Recycle Right this Christmas Don’t waste food scraps – place in a compost bin or worm farm. Your scraps will be back feeding your garden and reducing water use in no time. Compost bins and worm farms make excellent Christmas gifts too! Some councils allow food scraps in the green organics bin. Check out the green organics fact sheet at zerowaste.sa.gov.au or ask your council for more information. Tip: Freeze seafood and foods with strong odours until the day of your bin collection.
Reduce, reuse, recycle and compost your waste this festive season! Christmas and New Year are times when we celebrate with family and friends. It is also the time of the year when we create the most waste. Follow these tips to make the most of your three bins over the festive season and reduce your environmental footprint.
Polystyrene foam packaging, even if it has that triangular symbol, is not recyclable through your kerbside bin so put it in your waste bin.
Recycle Right Tips! Save Christmas paper and decorations and reuse them next year Give bottles, jars and tins a quick rinse before placing into the recycling bin Polystyrene and plastic bags, even with a triangular symbol, are not recyclable through your yellow recycling bin. Place these items in your blue waste bin
Give a treat which has less environmental impact, such as a massage or tickets to an event.
Sort and flatten your recyclables to fit as much as possible in your bin
Buy rechargeable batteries and a battery recharger. They are not only a wise environmental choice but save you money too.
Other used batteries can often be recycled, but not in your recycling bin. Contact your council for advice on recycling locations.
Feed your food scraps to your worm farm or compost bin. Food scraps can also go in your green organics bin. For seafood and meat, keep them in the freezer until it’s time to put your bin out Take your cans and bottles to a recycling depot to earn some extra pocket money Your living Christmas tree can be cut into small pieces and recycled in your green organics bin after Christmas. Large living Christmas trees can be taken to Lynton Green Waste Depot for mulching (fees apply) Keep the bin lids closed to deter birds and other pests from scavenging and spilling rubbish onto the ground
If purchasing an artificial tree, make sure it’s good quality and will last you many Festive Seasons. At the end of its life place in the waste bin. Please do not put artificial trees in recycling bins. Once living Christmas trees can be cut into smaller pieces and recycled in your green organics bin. Larger trees can be taken to a waste transfer station which separates organics for composting.
Reuse pre-loved wrap, newspaper and bags and tie with a reusable ribbon instead of tape. Paper wrapping, cards and cardboard boxes can be placed in your recycling bin or reused another time.
Clean Energy at the Civic Centre The City of Mitcham has recently installed a 30 KW Solar Photovoltaic system on the Civic Centre at 131 Belair Road, Torrens Park to provide clean energy and reduce costs. As part of Council’s strategic commitment to clean energy, we are exploring energy solutions that will reduce our environmental impact. The solar panel system will provide clean energy and deliver significant savings in annual power costs. The solar system is estimated to payback in 8.38 years with annual energy savings expected to be 43, 386 KwH. We anticipate this will result in greenhouse gas abatement of approximately 31.2 tonnes of CO2e annually. Energy efficiency audits have also been undertaken at other Council high energy use sites which will assist in identifying more renewable energy and energy efficiency opportunities across the City. For more information about how Council is adapting to climate change visit www.mitchamcouncil.sa.gov.au/adaptingtoachangingclimate
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Christmas in Blackwood Help Protect our Bushland by becoming a Bush Care Volunteer
Celebrate Christmas in Blackwood on the first weekend in December beginning with the Christmas Pageant and Pageant Fair and the Blackwood Christmas Tree Festival. Blackwood Christmas Pageant The Blackwood Christmas Pageant will entertain families with 70 floats and 1,200 participants on Friday 2 December at 6.30 pm.
You can help restore and protect our bushland by working with Trees for Life and join a Bushcare site.
The pageant will start from the corner of Main Road and Gulfview Road from 6.30 pm and travels along Main Road to Waite Street Reserve.
The Bush For Life program reduces the threat that environmental weeds place on South Australia’s native bushland, allowing the natural bush to regenerate.
After, enjoy the Pageant Fair on Waite Street Reserve hosted by the Coromandel Rotary Club, where the Pageant floats finish their journey with a variety of stalls and entertainment from 7 pm to 9 pm.
Bush for Life volunteers Karen and David adopted a bushcare site at Karinya Reserve over 20 years ago. Karinya Reserve is a 1.7 hectares of mixed woodland in Eden Hills. Karen said “We first started because we wanted to show our children that we could do something positive for the environment." Together, with other volunteers, they have regenerated this important remnant bushland which now has over 90 native plant species. You do not need to be an expert to join the hundreds of people who already work on various Bushcare sites. However, you will need to attend an Introductory Bush Regeneration Workshop. To learn more email bfl@treesforlife.org.au or call 8406 0500.
Pageant Fair
The Blackwood Christmas Tree Festival Enjoy a wonderland of beautiful Christmas trees created by the Mitcham hills residents and local businesses. Bring the family to meet Santa in the Blackwood Magic Cave 10 am to 4 pm on Saturday and Sunday and enjoy Christmas craft and food activities while being entertained by carol singers. Donate to the giving tree, bring along an unwrapped gift for children, teenagers and adults to place under the tree. All gifts will be distributed by BEACON to disadvantaged families. Carols Christmas Eve Celebrate Christmas with the Blackwood Hills Baptist Church Christmas Eve Saturday 24 December at Hewett Oval, Coromandel Parade, Blackwood. Enjoy free Camel rides, live Nativity, sausage sizzle, bouncy castle and lots more from 6 pm to 8 pm. Carol singing, choir and featuring a puppet show especially for the children begins at 8 pm. Be early! Bring a Rug!
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Are you Bushfire Ready?
BUSHFIRE READY July August September October
BUSHFIRE PREVENTION STARTS NOW Prepare fire breaks. Remove dead branches, fallen leaves and undergrowth. Prune lower tree limbs. Cut long grass within 20 metres of a residential dwelling while on slopes a fuel-reduced zone of 30 metres to 40 metres is recommended. On properties over half a hectare, prepare and maintain a five metre fuel break around fence lines, buildings and equipment sheds. Move bark, heavy mulch, woodpiles and other flammable materials away from the home and other buildings.
November
COUNCIL INSPECTION OF RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES Hazard reduction notices sent to land owners. Check all equipment. Prepare and review Bushfire Emergency Plans. Fire Danger Season begins 1 December 2016.
December January February March April
FIRE DANGER SEASON 1 December 2016 to 30 April 2017 Maintain fuel reduction practices throughout summer. Check all equipment. Monitor fire restrictions. Keep flammable materials clear of buildings. Rehearse your bushfire survival plan. Remember permits are required to light fires during the Fire Danger Season.
May June
REVIEW YOUR PLAN Review annual clean up program. Remove undergrowth and dead vegetation.
Prepare. Act. Survive. The Bushfire Season for the Mount Lofty Fire Ban District begins on 1 December 2016. Are you Bushfire Ready? Bushfire prevention is a year round responsibility and necessity. It is far more than a weekend cleanup just prior to the bushfire season. The best time to fight a bushfire is when there is no bushfire around because the best way of protecting your home, property and family from the dangers of bushfires is preparation. It is essential to prepare your home to withstand a bushfire. If you ignore the need for fuel reduction prior to and during the Fire Danger Season, you may endanger both your own property and the lives and property of your neighbours.
FOR INFORMATION AND ADVICE ON PROTECTING YOUR PROPERTY FROM BUSHFIRE, CALL THE MITCHAM BUSHFIRE PREVENTION OFFICER ON 8372 8133.
FREE GREEN WASTE DUMPING To assist Mitcham residents with the costs of clearing their properties of fire hazards and reduce fuel loads, Council will open the Lynton Green Waste Depot at Beagle Terrace, Lynton for FREE dumping of green waste from 9 am to 3 pm on: NOVEMBER DECEMBER SATURDAY 26 SATURDAY 3, 10 AND 17 MONDAY 28 MONDAY 5 AND 12 This facility will be FREE with only green waste accepted – no rubbish and proof of residency will be required. Green waste material can consist of grass cuttings, leaf matter and prunings (branches no larger than 200 mm (8 inches) in diameter). The Lynton Green Organics Drop-off Facility will be closed from Sunday 18 December to Friday 6 January 2017. The facility will reopen on Saturday 7 January 2017 and fees will apply. Please refer to the website for further details.
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Think Before You Park in the Hills Take care when you park your vehicle on a narrow road in the hills. The parking of cars in many hills’ streets may potentially create serious problems for the local CFS. If access to a fire track or a nearby fire is blocked by cars parked on the side of the road, lives and homes could be put at risk.
Hills Community Can Take Refuge this Summer! Are you looking for somewhere to go on a Catastrophic Fire Risk Day? While many families, who live in the fire risk area visit friends, go shopping or to the movies during a Catastrophic Fire Risk Day, for those that can’t there is a fire safety refuge available.
What you need to do!
The Fire Safety Refuge Group, supported by the Blackwood/Belair and District Community Association and the City of Mitcham, are inviting you to spend the day, or part of the day, at the Mitcham Community Centre during a Catastrophic Fire Risk Day.
Residents will receive an email on the evening before every Catastrophic Fire Risk Day (except 25 December Christmas Day). Even if this is not received please visit us at the Mitcham Community Centre.
The Mitcham Community Centre at 242 Belair Road, Lower Mitcham, will be open as a fire safety refuge from 8 am until 8 pm (unless otherwise notified). Refreshments will be available. Magazines, books, board games and cards will be available or those attending may wish to bring their own activity.
Pre-register by calling 8278 2150 or 8278 5130 or email bbdcahills@ozemail.com.au to receive a ‘warning email’.
All residents who plan to leave the hills on a Catastrophic Fire Day are welcome even if you have not pre-registered. Or Visit www.mitchamcouncil.sa.gov.au or phone the City of Mitcham on 8372 8888 (any time after 6 pm)
It is a legal requirement under the Australian Road Rules that a road clearance of at least three metres is provided alongside parked vehicles to enable other vehicles to pass. So be aware when you park your vehicle on the road make sure that you allow at least three metres clearance. You may save a life!
Don’t forget you can also visit the Mitcham Library, which is fully air conditioned and offers books, CDs, audio books, videos, DVDs and magazines for loan. Personal computers with access to the Internet are available for public use, with specialist databases, multi-media CD-ROMS, word processing facilities and other MS Office applications. Everyone is welcome, even first timers! For more information call 8278 2150 or 8278 5130.
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Baby Time Christmas Celebrate Christmas during Baby Time in December at the Mitcham and Blackwood Libraries. Children aged 0 to 2 with their parents, grandparents and caregivers are invited to enjoy songs and rhymes. Come along and meet other new parents and gain confidence in singing and communicating with your child. To help celebrate Christmas bring a plate to share. Mitcham Library Wednesday 14 December 10.30 am to 11.30 am. Blackwood Library Thursday 15 December 10.30 am to 11.30 am.
Super Summer Reading Challenge Join the Mitcham Library Service’s Super Summer Reading Challenge and you could win tickets to the movies. This summer we are inviting children and young adults to enter our reading challenge to be in the draw to win a family movie pass. Visit the library and challenge yourself by reading a book that you have always wanted to read, something to make you laugh, whisk you away to another land or turn you into a super hero! To enter the draw all you have to do is read five or more books over summer between 19 December and 29 January, write the titles and authors and complete the contact details. Then drop your entry form off to the Mitcham or Blackwood Library. You can enter as many times as you like. Just remember all entries must be returned by 5 pm Sunday 29 January 2017. Entry forms can be picked up from the Mitcham or Blackwood Library after 19 December. For more information call Mitcham Library on 8372 8244 or Blackwood Library 8372 8255.
Christmas with the Mitcham Library Service Celebrate Christmas with Daniel Larcombe’s Christmas Crackers at the Mitcham Library Service in December. Christmas Crackers will celebrate Christmas with music and laughter at the Blackwood Library on Wednesday 14 December and at the Mitcham Library on Thursday 15 December at 6 pm. Cost $5. Suitable for 2-8 year olds. Bookings with payment essential. For more information or to book your place contact the Mitcham Library on 8372 8244 or Blackwood Library on 8372 8255.
School Holidays at the Library Visit us in the January school holiday fun for free craft. Available anytime during the January School Holidays. Visit us at the Mitcham Library 154 Belair Road, Hawthorn or the Blackwood Library 215 Main Road, Blackwood.
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Have Your Say on New Signage in Colonel Light Gardens Council is inviting feedback from the community on a proposed new signage system for parks, reserves and community buildings in the State Heritage Area of Colonel Light Gardens by 5 pm Thursday 22 December 2016. A new signage system has been developed, guided by the Conservation Management Plan for Colonel Light Gardens, in response to: changes brought about by recent developments in strategy and the delivery of projects the need for improved legibility, accessibility, coherence and consistency of signage the need for clear messages relating to the use of parks including safety information the need to improve design quality and the visitor’s experience the need to improve efficiencies in managing signage resources. It is anticipated this signage system will be adapted and integrated into future city-wide approach to signage. New signage would be introduced as existing signs need to be replaced, unless prioritised by Council through the budget process. Given the pressing requirement for updated dog management signage at Mortlock Park it is
likely that new signage would be progressed at Mortlock Park initially.
Your written comments are invited by 5 pm Thursday 22 December 2016 by:
An example of the ‘Information Sign’ from the signage system has been placed at the northern end of Mortlock Park between the Scout Hall and Colonel Light Gardens Primary School. We encourage you to visit the example sign, along with the signage system document and provide your feedback in writing:
letter addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, City of Mitcham, PO Box 21, Mitcham Shopping Centre, TORRENS PARK SA 5062
1. If you support Council’s proposal to create a consistent and high-quality signage system for parks, reserves and community buildings in Colonel Light Gardens 2. Whether you think that all necessary types of signs have been covered 3. Any other feedback that you think is relevant to this project To view the signage system document visit www.mitchamcouncil.sa.gov.au or the City of Mitcham’s Civic Centre at 131 Belair Road, Torrens Park or Mitcham Library at 154 Belair Road, Hawthorn.
email addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, City of Mitcham at mitcham@mitchamcouncil.sa.gov.au completing the online feedback form at www.mitchamcouncil.sa.gov.au Your written submission must include your name and address. The Council will consider all submissions received by the due date. However any submissions received that do not provide this information may not be included in the consultation process. All written responses received before the due date will be presented to Council before they make a decision on the future direction of the proposed signage system. Please indicate if you would like your name and address kept confidential however, please note, these details may potentially be accessible to others under the Freedom of Information Act 1991.
For more information please call Ben Hignett, Business Partner Strategic Planning and Projects on 8372 8158 or email mitcham@mitchamcouncil.sa.gov.au.
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community groups
events/social activities
christmas activities
Mitcham Community Calendar Mitcham Kiwanis
Mainly Music
Is calling for new members! Mitcham Kiwanis Club is 40 years old and continues to serve the community through donations to Cancer Research, Childhood Cancer Association, Toc H, Heart Kids Research and many more. Help improve the community we live in by joining the Mitcham Kiwanis who meet on the second and fourth Mondays of each month at the Marion Sports Centre, Sturt Road, Marion. Call 8374 3694.
Introduce you child (0-5 years) to music every Thursday at 9.45 am at St Michael’s Anglican Church, Mitcham. $5 per family. Call 0418 844 982 or email music@mitchamanglican.org.au
Rotary Club of Mitcham The Rotary Club of Mitcham meets Wednesdays at the Edinburgh Hotel, High Street from 6.30 pm to 8 pm for a meal, discussion and guest speaker. Become involved in local and international projects and fundraising including our Bookshop at shop 2, 448 Goodwood Road, Cumberland Park. Email mitcham.rotary@gmail.com or call 0418 539 496. Volunteer at the St Marys with Anglicare Project Centre The woodwork and metalwork centres at St Marys Anglican Church, 1167 South Road, St Marys are seeking volunteers. Open Monday, Thursday and Friday from 9 am to 3 pm the Project Centre provides a wide range of options for those wishing to work with wood or metal. Volunteers make children’s toys and furniture, kitchen items including cutting boards, knife blocks and many other items. The public can place orders for stock items or their own projects. Call 8276 5793.
Friday Morning Craft Bring along your card-making, scrapbooking, crochet or knitting or any other craft every Friday 9.30 am to 11.30 am in the hall at St Michael’s Anglican Church, Mitcham. Cost $5. Call 0415 257 909. Edwardstown Baptist Church Community Centre If you are over 50 and would like to meet new friends, join the Friendship Club. Enjoy table tennis, eight ball, carpet bowls, card and board games, day trips and trading tables every Tuesday 10 am to 2 pm. Cost $2. If you fancy yourself as crafty bring along your project and join an existing knitting, embroidery, quilting or cardmaking group or learn a new skill while having a chat each Thursday 9.30 am to 12 pm. Cost $3. Call 8276 1040. Seniors in Harmony Enjoy music from the Hills Choral Society on Tuesday 6 December at the Mitcham Cultural Village, Institute Hall, Princes Road, Mitcham from 1.30 pm to 3.30 pm. Food and Craft Market
Looking to join an orchestra? ARPA rehearse every Thursday 10 am to 12 noon at the Cumberland Park Community Centre, 390 Goodwood Road, Cumberland Park. Call 8337 3307 or visit www.sacomment.com/arpa/
Come and enjoy delightful gelati, home-made cakes, honey and nougat as well as Sr Jasmine’s famous curry and pickles. With also cards, paintings, bric-a-brac, plants and plenty of fabulous products to choose from on Sunday 27 November 10.30 am to 1 pm at Our Lady of Dolours Church, 35 Cambridge Terrace, Kingswood.
Colonel Light Gardens Ladies Probus Club
Quarterly Folk Dance
ARPA Orchestra
Come along, bring a friend and enjoy morning tea, fellowship and guest speakers on the first Friday of the month at the Colonel Light Gardens Uniting Church, 560 Goodwood Road, Daw Park. Call 8276 8228. Care and Share at Trinity If you are 65 years of age or older come along and enjoy activities, exercise, meals and games as well as meet new people every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 9.30 am to 2.30 pm. Morning tea and a hot lunch provided each day. Email careandshare@adam.com.au or call 8276 1144.
Enjoy the Australian Traditional and Bush Dance Society of South Australia’s Mitcham Village Folk Dance on Saturday 7 January from 8 pm to 11 pm at the Mitcham Cultural Village Institute, Princes Road, Mitcham. Music by the Adelaide Empire Band. All dances are called, flat shoes recommended. No previous experience is needed and you don’t need to bring a partner. $15. Visit www.atbdsdancesa.com.au or call 0418 837 411.
City of Mitcham Carols by the Creek with Flinders Private Hospital Celebrate Christmas on Sunday 4 December at the Soldiers Memorial Gardens, Belair Road, Hawthorn. 5 pm to 6.45 pm community choirs, free face painting, camel and pony rides. 6.45 pm to 9 pm Community Carols. Blackwood Pageant Enjoy the fun of Christmas at the Blackwood Pageant on Friday 2 December at 6.30 pm. The pageant will start from the corner of Main Road and Gulfview Road, from 6.30 pm and travel along Main Road to Waite Street Reserve. Messy Christmas @ Westbourne Park Uniting Church Celebrate Christmas from 5 pm to 7.30 pm at Westbourne Park Uniting Church, 27 Sussex Terrace, Hawthorn on Saturday 17 December. $7 per family. Visit www.wpuc.org.au or call 8271 7066. Carols with Village Church Celebrate Christmas with Carols on Edwardstown Primary School Oval on Saturday 10 December. Entertainment and food from 6.30 pm and Carols from 8 pm. Christmas Eve Carols with Blackwood Hills Baptist Church Celebrate Christmas on Saturday 24 December at Hewett Oval, Coromandel Parade, Blackwood. At 6 pm enjoy free camel rides, nativity, sausage sizzle, bouncy castle and lots more. At 8 pm Carol singing, choir and a puppet show. Gingerbread Houses On Monday 5 December at 3.30 pm and Wednesday 7 December at 7.30 pm at with the Village Church at Edwardstown Primary School. Call 8370 3256 or visit thevillage.org.au. Tuesday 6 December at 7.30 pm at the Blackwood Hills Baptist Church. $25. Visit bhbc.org.au or call 8370 0333. Christmas Services Westbourne Park Uniting Church Christmas Eve, 6 pm, Family Service Christmas Eve, 11 pm, Christmas Eve Candlelight Service Christmas Day, 9 am, Christmas Day Service St Michael’s Anglican Church 11 December, 7 pm, Service of Nine Lessons and Carols Christmas Eve, 6 pm, Children’s Christmas Service Christmas Eve, 11.30 pm, Midnight Mass Christmas Day, 9 am, Christmas Day Service Blackwood Hills Baptist Church Christmas Day, 9.30 am, Christmas Day Service Village Church Christmas Day, 9.30 am, Christmas Day Service
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Supporting our Community The City of Mitcham played an important role in supporting the community and SES during the September storms.
Support Stats: 6,000 sand bags 50 tonnes of sand 5 pallets of pre-filled sand bags 7 sand bag locations at Civic Centre, Madden Reserve, Coromandel Valley, Apex Park, Hawthorndene, Mitcham Reserve and the Mitcham Community Centre. 50 tonnes of soil and debris removed from Pollutant Traps at Urrbrae Wetlands and Sherwood Reserve.
In Mitcham over 6,000 sand bags and 50 tonnes of sand was provided along with five pallets of pre-filled sand bags by Council at key locations to assist the community and SES to prepare for the storm events and flooding of Brown Hill Creek. During storm events the City of Mitcham works closely to support emergency services such as the SES and Police and our community to provide sandbags, traffic control as well as respond to fallen trees and debris and other resident enquiries. Once the storms passed Council committed all its resources to supporting the community by
New Playground at Kinedana Reserve The City of Mitcham now has 62 playgrounds with a new playground recently installed at Kinedana Reserve in Park Street, Eden Hills. The new playground equipment includes, junior slide, curved caterpillar slide, shopfront, clock panel, cargo net climber, ring trek monkey bar, maze panel, swiss cheese climber, firepole, spider nets, see saw, bumblebee double rocker and double swings. Thank you to the Eden Hills community for your assistance in selecting the new equipment.
answering hundreds of enquires as well as clearing fallen trees and hanging branches, removing debris from creeks and culverts to allow water flow, reinstating damaged verges and footpaths, removing silt from roads, footpaths and bridges collecting sand bags and rubbish from properties. Council also began undertaking inspections of the creeks and reserves within the City to identify damage to creek banks, bridges, footpaths, roads as well as any blockages and debris across the City.
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The Park Ward Cr Jane Bange
Craigburn Ward Cr Nick Greer
Babbage Ward Cr David Munro
Telephone: 0478 076 400
Telephone: 7420 9808
Telephone: 0403 161 462
jbange@mitchamcouncil.sa.gov.au
ngreer@mitchamcouncil.sa.gov.au
dmunro@mitchamcouncil.sa.gov.au
Well, I've been a Mitcham Councillor for The Park Ward all of a month or so now and, of course, there's some settling in to do. Thankfully, because I was a NSW Councillor for almost five years in the early 2000s, I'm not starting totally from scratch.
Pulitzer Prize winning columnist Dave Barry once said, “Magnetism is one of the Six Fundamental Forces of the Universe, with the other five being Gravity, Duct Tape, Whining, Remote Control, and The Force That Pulls Dogs Toward The Groins Of Strangers.” The Fourth Fundamental Force, Whining, is currently in its ascendancy throughout Local Government and Australia. We have become a nation of whingers and complainers, particularly within Local Government. Our Google searches for how to "lodge a complaint" have doubled in the last ten years. And there has been a "steady rise" in complaints to the Ombudsman SA, which handles Local Government complaints. According to the Ombudsman SA's Annual Report, for 2014-15, there were a staggering 3,436 complaints - a 10% increase from the previous year. Complaining is on the rise because it is so easy. And it's free! You would be crazy not to complain. Let's start with the ease of complaining. Brave decisions, for the good of the whole community, often inconvenience a few. Those few aggrieved residents are presented with a smorgasbord of ways and means to challenge the decision – beginning with having a Councillor move to rescind the decision, lodging an internal review request, then often a code of conduct complaint against Councillors who didn't support them, moving on to an external review, then a "Section 270" review of the decision making process (which is often repeated and sometimes costs councils tens of thousands of dollars to investigate), and then why not an Ombusdsman's review? Most of these options can be demanded by simply firing off an angry email. It cost everyone in rates. But it won't cost the complainer a cent. Never mind that people who are injured severely, have been wrongly arrested, or need to recover an unpaid debt to keep their business afloat usually need to pay a lawyer and court fees. Whining and complaining apparently have a special grease that makes the cogs of justice turn for free. As a result, it is now nearly impossible to accomplish anything bold or brave in Local Government. Many Councils are now gridlocked with "Section 270" complaints from a noisy few, and councils are left unable to do their job – making decisions for the good of the whole community. Thankfully I have been largely spared from complaints whilst on Council, but some tireless colleagues have been unfairly targeted. And it is saddening when these community servants openly wonder, "is it really worth it?". As a community, should we put so much time and energy and resources into complaining and investigating complaints? There is certainly a need for some channels to handle occasional legitimate complaints. But are there too many mechanisms for complaining? Is complaining too procedurally easy? If a complaint is found to be vexatious or frivolous, shouldn't the complainant be made to contribute something towards the investigation costs? I say "yes", but I await an inevitable complaint.
Walking a fine line Babbage Ward has a beautiful park right in the middle of it. One hundred acres of landscaped grounds that is treasured by many locals and a true asset to the City of Mitcham both financially and in providing open space where the visitors stop and reflect and consider their loved ones. If you haven't worked it out it is of course the Centennial Park Cemetery. Centennial Park Cemetery is a jointly owned asset between the City of Mitcham and the City of Unley. Centennial Park Cemetery operates under a charter and both Councils agree on the terms of the charter. The charter basically outlines the rules that Centennial Park Cemetery can operate under and Centennial Park Cemetery’s requirements it needs to fulfil as a subsidiary of the Councils. It has been long suggested that the distribution or dividend paid by Centennial Park is insufficient but that is not my real concern at the moment. I am writing this article to bring to your attention that some 140 gum trees have been removed from Centennial Park Cemetery over the last two years and that the process of removing our gum trees from Centennial Park Cemetery does not need to follow the same rules as a tree that sits in a park. At any Full Council meeting we are regularly presented with an agenda item to decide on what trees should be removed based on scientific reports and likelihood of limb failure and overall condition. This is each tree, every time we receive a report to decide whether the tree lives or dies. Why and how is it that Centennial Park Cemetery, an asset within the City of Mitcham and our open space has been able to remove around 140 gum trees without bringing it to Council’s attention? Sure they are not significant trees but they are our trees and simply removing gum trees because they stop the grass growing or make the paths messy is not a reason any Councillor within Mitcham would support for any tree removal. Sure Centennial Park Cemetery has replaced the trees with deciduous trees but is that really a suitable replacement for our native fauna who would have relied upon the 100 acres where those trees lived and it is disappointing that as a Councillor and the Elected Member of Babbage Ward that the community and Council was not consulted on the significant shift in landscape change within our area. Let's not forget that Centennial Park Cemetery is the Cities of Mitcham’s and Unley’s asset and same rules should apply.
What I am finding very interesting are the noticeable differences I see now in Local Government compared to when I was previously elected in 1999. This reflects the fact that life has become busier, more complex, and often our expectations are higher. IT has taken over as the main communication mode, and work is only a tap of the mobile or iPad away. But, at heart, things haven't changed that much. Residents still cherish their special places and want them safeguarded, they want a timely and personal response from their elected representatives and Council staff, and appreciate having a genuine say in what is going on in their community. Having seen another Council up close and personal for almost five years, it is interesting for me to learn the way the City of Mitcham works. I have found staff and Councillors here to be much more welcoming to me as a newcomer and I have received a lot of support. Meeting procedure is fairer and more open. Ward Councillors have first option of moving items within their ward, and any Councillor can indicate to the Mayor before a meeting which other general item they would like to move. This is a far cry from the jostling, bullying and competitiveness I experienced in NSW and I appreciate the manners and dignity this structure promotes. As we see all too frequently on our TV screens, a lot of political behaviour is appalling - rude, disrespectful and often shameful. I have also found the mandatory online training (provided by the Local Government Association) helpful in better understanding the complexities of modern governance. As a Councillor, I value the importance of my role in listening to my community - their ideas and concerns - and funnelling them to staff or promoting them on the floor of Council during debate. But my role has another aspect and this is to also promote back to the community, the good things coming out of City of Mitcham. Already I have seen evidence of this. I look forward to the next two years of my term and encourage you to contact me on my mobile 0478 076 400 or my home number 8278 8352 at any time. I love working with people and will do my best to help with any matters you have concerning local issues.
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Craigburn Ward Cr Karen Hockley
Gault Ward Cr Stephen Fisher
Overton Ward Cr John Sanderson
Telephone: 0423 919 080
Telephone: 0407 973 321
Telephone: 0402 517 945
khockley@mitchamcouncil.sa.gov.au
sfisher@mitchamcouncil.sa.gov.au
jsanderson@mitchamcouncil.sa.gov.au
How nice it is to see the sunshine. It feels like we have had a winter that has been colder and wetter than usual followed by a bit more of the same. At the time of the storms, I was very pleased to see Council responding to community need by providing several locations for people to collect sand and fill sandbags. I spent some time helping to fill sandbags on the morning of the second storm and I noticed the spirit of community and camaraderie that is a hall mark of our community. These situations remind me of why I am keen to serve my community where ever I can.
More Pro-Developer Planning
Council has set the budget for 2016/2017 financial year and the State Government has advised that the Waste Levy paid to them to dump household rubbish (Blue Bin) has increased $164,000- without prior notice to Council and this levy will increase again next financial year. So, I ask you to take a good look at the rubbish that goes into your Blue Bin. Recycle is the word. Residents are able to purchase a small bin to recycle kitchen waste such as pealed vegetable scraps, skins, facial tissues, egg shells, chicken bones and many more scraps can be placed into the Green Bin for recycling. The plastic bags which come with the bin are biodegradable. Please look at what you dispose of in your bins and place in the correct bin. The 2017/2018 Budget will be affected with these financial increases if rubbish disposed to the land is not reduced through recycling. Summer is coming and this is clean up time as the wet weather has germinated a huge amount of growth and therefore creating a fire hazard as well as somewhere for snakes and other vermin to hide. Empty any objects which are able to hold water otherwise you will have a backyard full of mosquitoes. The Budget, as mentioned above is complete and in operation and the first quarter review was on the agenda at the last Council Meeting and all is looking well for the coming year. Once again considerable work has been carried out by Council Administration on efficiencies to further assist Council again this year. Have you been to Avenue Road Reserve and tried the adult fitness equipment? Spend some time at the reserve and check it out. This is my last article to the Mitcham Community News before the Christmas and New Year break. There are many festivals and celebrations coming up so I would like to wish you all a safe and restful break over the coming months and Christmas, and I hope you achieve some of your goals between now and the end of 2016. Enjoy the break and keep yourself and your family safe during this time. I always appreciate the opportunity to meet, talk with, learn and support residents on local issues. My contact number is 8277 1884 or email jsanderson@mitchamcouncil.sa.gov.au
I have had the opportunity and privilege of representing the community as a Mitcham Council delegate to the Local Government Association of SA Annual Conference. The conference title was “Creating our Destiny” and there were a couple of key themes that came out strongly. These include the need for Councils to collaborate with one another and with other organisations in the community. Collaborations across Local Government enable Councils to deliver services more effectively and efficiently by developing the economies of scale that are available when activities are undertaken on a regional basis. In Mitcham we already collaborate with other Councils in relation to our recycling and green waste collection and in our response to climate change. I know that there are unrealised opportunities for more collaboration and resource sharing and I will continue to push for these to be investigated and implemented where beneficial. Other themes include partnerships with organisations outside of Local Government to enable Council to take on a facilitation and capacity building role. Council’s role in economic development to create vibrant main streets and jobs within the local community could not have been emphasised any more strongly. These themes fit nicely with the feedback you provided in relation to the strategic direction of the Council during our recent Imagining Mitcham consultations. I have supported the preparation of an economic development strategy for Mitcham and I hope that Council will become a pro-active supporter of local business and jobs. Christmas is fast approaching and we are all busy preparing for the arrival of Father Christmas. I said to my oldest boy that we should talk to Santa about him maybe bringing some music CDs. He said to me “Mum, I don’t really need any presents, all I want for Christmas is to have a happy future”. I’m not sure how my children got to be so beautiful but I am thankful every day that they are. I am also thankful for their support for me in my role as an Elected Member and for the support and love of my husband, Chris. Thank you. I would like to wish you a merry Christmas and I hope that Father Christmas brings you a happy future. Please always remember to give me a call if there is any way I can help, I’d love to hear from you.
In August, I wrote about John Rau's Planning Bill which largely strips Planning Control from all Councils. The Public Submission period for the 30 Year Plan 2016 Update closed on 25 October 2016. This Update still proposes a population growth for Adelaide of 545,000 to 2045, nearly 350 per week, largely to be housed in mid and highrise apartments stuffed into the existing city and suburbs. Glut of Apartments - Bad Investments There is already a glut of highrise flats and a shortfall of family friendly dwellings (Australian Population Research Institute Report, March 2016). The Chair of Property Investment Professionals of Australia warned investors to avoid medium and high density apartments in most Australian Cities including Adelaide (InDaily, 14 September 2016). The Property Council (Lobby of Developers and Building Lessors) has argued that Adelaideans don't want or need highrises. More people are questioning the wisdom of berserk population growth which leads to loss of open space, increased traffic congestion, the introduction of paid and limited on street parking and possible tollroads. The buzzword (weaselword) of the growth promoters is that we should all want to live in a ‘vibrant’ city, with crowded footpaths, and have daily (expensive) coffees at cafes. Where will the jobs come from for our new Adelaideans, particularly with the loss of GMH, and the many car parts manufacturers in Edwardstown. European Experience A recent stay in the London suburb of West Kensington, in a 7th storey 1930s flat adjoining a minor connector road, proved that even with double glazing, the traffic noise was a continual disturbance. The long hikes at each end of an often overcrowded London Underground trip were time consuming, and increased my love of Adelaide's relaxed lifestyle following my return. Don't let the Growth Promoters, (via Rau's weakened planning rules), destroy Adelaide.
Australia Day 2017 Join us for Australia Day on Thursday 26 January 2017 at Carrick Hill, Carrick Hill Drive, Springfield. 9 am
Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony
10.30 am Musical Entertainment and Activities 11 am
Australia Day Awards
Come along to the beautiful grounds of Carrick Hill for our Australia Day event with a free ‘Aussie BBQ’ from 10.30 am. Enjoy musical entertainment plus free face painting and other activities for the kids. As part of the Australia Day Event a Citizenship Ceremony will commence at 9 am for up to 100 candidates as well as presentations for the City of Mitcham’s Australia Day Awards at 11 am. For more information about Council’s Australia Day celebrations please contact 8372 8805 or email mitchamevents@mitchamcouncil.sa.gov.au
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Christmas Hours for Mitcham Council Services Council Civic Centre
Council Depot
Normal opening hours 9 am to 5 pm weekdays
Mitcham Cultural Village
Normal opening hours 8 am to 4 pm weekdays.
Friday 16 December
9 am to 12.30 pm
Friday 16 December
8 am to 12.30 pm
Friday 23 December
9 am to 3 pm
Friday 23 December
8 am to 3 pm
Monday 26 December Christmas Day Public Holiday
Closed
Monday 26 December Christmas Day Public Holiday
Tuesday 27 December Proclamation Day Public Holiday
Closed
Tuesday 27 December Proclamation Day Public Holiday
Closed
Wednesday 28 December
Closed
Wednesday 28 December
Closed
Thursday 29 December
Closed
Thursday 29 December
Closed
Friday 30 December
Closed
Friday 30 December
Closed
Monday 2 January 2017 New Year’s Day Public Holiday
Closed
Monday 2 January 2017 New Year’s Day Public Holiday
Closed
Closed
Normal opening hours resume on Tuesday 3 January 2017.
Normal opening hours resume on Tuesday 3 January 2017.
Domestic Waste Collections Christmas/New Year
Lynton Green Organics Drop-off Facility
Christmas Day and New Year’s Day fall on a Sunday. Kerbside waste and recycling collections will not be affected by these two public holidays.
The Lynton Green Organics Drop-off Facility will be closed from Sunday 18 December to Friday 6 January 2017. The facility will reopen on Saturday 7 January 2017.
Council’s Immunisation Service Clinics No evening Immunisation Clinic will be held on Wednesday 21 December 2016 at the Mitcham Community Centre and no evening clinic will be held on Wednesday 4 January 2017 at the Blackwood Community Centre. Immunisation Service Clinics will be held on: Wednesday 21 December 2016 at the Blackwood Community Centre from 11.30 am to 12.30 pm.
The Mitcham Village Institute, the Mitcham Cultural Village Community Shed and the Mitcham Heritage Research Centre will be closed from 5 pm on Thursday 22 December to Monday 2 January 2017 inclusive. The Mitcham Cultural Village Institute, Mitcham Cultural Village Community Shed and the Mitcham Heritage Research Centre will reopen on Tuesday 3 January 2017.
Community Centres The Mitcham Community Centre, the Blackwood Community Centre, the Cumberland Park Community Centre, the Hawthorn Community Centre and all other halls for hire will be closed from 5 pm on Thursday 22 December until Monday 2 January 2017. The Community Centres will reopen on Tuesday 3 January 2017.
Community Bus The Community Bus service will not operate from 4 pm on Friday 16 December until Monday 2 January 2017 inclusive. Services will resume on Tuesday 3 January 2017.
Merry Christmas to Our Volunteers The Mayor, Elected Members and Staff would like to thank our dedicated volunteers for their work on Council programs through the year and wish you and your families a very Merry Christmas and health and happiness for the New Year. Council has over 365 dedicated volunteers who work tirelessly to assist Council to provide a range of services for our community including:
Assisting at the Heritage Research Centre Providing information to the public
Driving and helping on our community buses
Deliver programs at the Mitcham Cultural Village
Driving residents to social or wellbeing appointments
Sharing skills within a learning environment in the Community Shed
Providing a Justice of the Peace service
Reading the Mitcham Community News onto audio tape for visually impaired residents
Assisting in our Libraries and Toy Libraries Selecting and delivering library material to housebound residents
Wednesday 4 January 2017 at the Mitcham Community Centre from 11.30 am to 1 pm.
Building and maintaining trails
Full details about Council’s public immunisation clinics at Mitcham and Blackwood can be obtained from www.mitchamcouncil.sa.gov.au or by contacting the Environmental Health Unit on 8372 8816.
Leading walking and keep fit groups
Caring for our gardens, open space reserves and wetlands Removing graffiti Researching and collating historical records
Providing transport, support and friendship in our social programs and Community Connections Assisting staff in community events Helping residents with Home Garden Maintenance Assisting at our Community Centres
If you would like to become a Council Volunteer and help in your community phone Lynne on 8372 8860.
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On behalf of the Mayor, Elected Members and staff of the City of Mitcham, we wish you all the joys of the Festive Season and our very best wishes for a Happy New Year. We look forward to being of continued service to our local residents, businesses and community groups in 2017.
Christmas Hours for Mitcham Council Services Mitcham Library Friday 16 December
Blackwood Library 10 am to 12.30 pm 10 am to 2 pm
Saturday 24 December Sunday 25 December Christmas Day
Closed
Monday 26 December Christmas Day Public Holiday
Thursday 29 December
Preschool story time will take a longer break from 2 December to 30 January 2017.
Monday 26 December Christmas Day Public Holiday
Closed
To contact the Mitcham Library call on 8372 8244 or Blackwood Library on 8372 8255.
Tuesday 27 December Proclamation Day Public Holiday
Closed
Mitcham Toy Library
Wednesday 28 December
Closed
10 am to 2 pm
Thursday 29 December
Closed
10 am to 2 pm
Friday 30 December
Closed
Saturday 31 December
Closed
Will be closed from 12 noon on Saturday 24 December until Tuesday 3 January 2017 inclusive. The Mitcham Toy Library will reopen on Wednesday 4 January 2017.
Closed
10 am to 5.30 pm
Friday 30 December Saturday 31 December
10 am to 2 pm Closed
10 am to 8 pm
Wednesday 28 December
10 am to 12.30 pm
Saturday 24 December Christmas Eve Sunday 25 December Christmas Day
Closed
Tuesday 27 December Proclamation Day Public Holiday
Friday 16 December
Sunday 1 January 2017 New Year’s Day
Closed
Monday 2 January 2017 New Year’s Day Public Holiday
Sunday 1 January 2017 New Year’s Day
Closed
Closed
Monday 2 January 2017 New Year’s Day Public Holiday
Closed
Normal opening hours resume on Tuesday 3 January 2017.
Library items can be returned at both libraries via the after-hours returns chutes. When the return chute is full it will automatically close. Please do not leave items outside the libraries if the chutes are closed.
Normal opening hours resume on Tuesday 3 January 2017.
Blackwood Toy Library Will be closed from 6.30 pm on Thursday 22 December until Monday 2 January 2017 inclusive. The Blackwood Toy Library will reopen on Tuesday 3 January 2017. No toys will be due for return during the closure period. You can contact the Mitcham Toy Library on 8274 1351 or the Blackwood Toy Library on 8278 6779.
Call the Customer Service Centre on 8372 8888 for more information. Council will respond to emergencies throughout the Christmas and New Year period, please call 8372 8888.
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Holidays at the Community Centres The Community Centres have an exciting school holiday program to keep the kids occupied. Music Technology Workshops
Circus Elements
Have a budding musician? Discover and explore beats n loops with Garageband on iMac. Beginners to advanced levels. Ages 10+.
Learn circus tips including juggling, flower sticks, plate spinning, balance sticks, hoola hoops and hand held stilts.
Date:
Monday 16 January Blackwood Community Centre
Date:
Tuesday 24 January Blackwood Community Centre
Monday 23 January Cumberland Park Community Centre
Time:
10 am to 11.30 am
Cost:
$5
Time:
90 minute sessions. Bookings between 9 am to 4.30 pm
Contact: 8372 8888
Cost:
communitycentres@mitchamcouncil.sa.gov.au
$20 per session
iPad Filmmaking 101 Get a better understanding of how to make the most out of your iPad camera and iMovie App with Kids Camera Action.
Contact: 0408 364 900 or theemutree@gmail.com
Crocheting Learn all the ins and outs and tricks and tips to make that special project you have always wanted to do! Materials supplied. Ages 10+. Date:
Tuesday 17 January Gallery One Mitcham Cultural Village
Time:
10 am to 12 pm
Friday 13 January Mitcham Cultural Village
Time:
9 am to 3 pm
Cost:
$110
Contact: 0413 724 755
Kids Yoga
Cost: $15
Filmmaking
Contact: 0431 297 258
Date:
Get the kids to wind down from the school holidays and ready to return to school calmly and focused with yoga classes with Shatki Yoga. Date:
Thursday 19 January Mitcham Cultural Village
Time:
11.30 am to 12.15 pm
Date:
Monday 9 to Thursday 12 January Mitcham Cultural Village
Wednesday 25 January Cumberland Park Community Centre
Time:
10 am to 10.45 am
Time:
9 am to 3 pm
Cost:
$5
Cost:
$320
Contact: 0438 804 822
Join Kids Camera Action and discover film making from concept to script to directing to acting to editing and the use of top quality equipment and software. Date:
Contact: 0413 724 755
Kids Mosaics
Miniature Food Jewellery
Create your own tiled artwork on a choice of cool shapes with Gallery One. Materials supplied.
Come and learn how to make miniature food jewellery using polymer clay with Gallery One. Create a necklace or a pair of earrings. Materials supplied. Ages 10+. Thursday 19 January Mitcham Cultural Village
Monday 23 January Cumberland Park Community Centre
Time:
1 pm to 3 pm
Time:
10 am to 12 pm
Cost: $5
Cost:
$15
Contact:
Wednesday 18 January Mitcham Cultural Village
Date:
Times:
10 am to 12 pm (Ages 8-12) 1 pm to 3 pm (Ages 13-16) $35
Contact: 0426 884 198
Wanting to learn how to be more creative with your hair? Learn how to make the best of your hair with our professional hairdresser who has experience in working with teens. Ages 12+. Date:
Date:
Cost:
Hair for Teens
Contact: 0411 350 853
communitycentres@mitchamcouncil.sa.gov.au
www.mitchamcouncil.sa.gov.au/communitycentres To find out more visit www.mitchamcouncil.sa.gov.au/communitycentres, email mitcham@mitchamcouncil.sa.gov.au or call us on 8372Â 8888.