WHITEHORSE NEWS December 2023
Splash into summer! Get ready for heaps of fun at our Aqualink pools and other venues around Whitehorse. Summer school holidays guide - page 7
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New leaders
Time to FEAST
Taking a stand
Brilliant businesses
Meet our new Mayor and Deputy Mayor page 2
The Round’s 2024 line-up of shows revealed page 3
Our response to a section of North East Link impacting Whitehorse page 5
Action from the Whitehorse Excellence in Business Awards page 14
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Contact Whitehorse City Council Whitehorse City Council, Locked Bag 2, Nunawading, VIC 3131
Councillor Denise Massoud to lead Whitehorse into 2024
customer.service@whitehorse.vic.gov.au www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au Phone: 9262 6333 Fax: 9262 6490 NRS: 133 677 then quote 9262 6333 Follow Whitehorse City Council on Facebook Customer service centres
Acknowledgement of Country
Whitehorse Civic Centre Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm
Whitehorse City Council acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi-wurung people of the Kulin Nation as the Traditional Owners of the land. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.
Forest Hill Chase Shopping Centre Tuesday to Friday, 9am-1pm Box Hill Town Hall Tuesday to Friday, 9am-1pm Council meetings Monday 11 December, 7pm All meetings are open to the public and are held in the Council Chamber in the Whitehorse Civic Centre. Council meetings are live streamed at www.webcast. whitehorse.vic.gov.au Sustainability Whitehorse News is printed on paper manufactured at a PEFC and FSC Certified Paper Mill and is produced using soy based inks. Whitehorse News online Sign up to our e-version and read the Whitehorse News online at www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ whitehorse-news Information correct at time of printing: Tuesday 28 November 2023.
We are proud to announce the appointment of Councillor Denise Massoud as the city’s new Mayor, supported by Councillor Andrew Davenport as Deputy Mayor.
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Both were elected by their fellow Councillors at the annual election of the Mayor at Council’s chambers in Nunawading on Tuesday 14 November.
For free interpreting assistance, call 131 450. Mention the language you speak and ask to be connected to Whitehorse City Council.
Cr Massoud represents Lake Ward. She is also Council’s representative on a number of committees including the Eastern Affordable Housing Alliance, Major Projects Councillor Reference Group, the Whitehorse Business Group and the Whitehorse Disability Advisory Committee.
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Cr Massoud was first elected to Council in 2012, and this is the second time she has been elected as Mayor. She said she was looking forward to leading Whitehorse in a busy year ahead, with many exciting council and capital works projects to be progressed in line with the Whitehorse 2021-2025 Council Plan.
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Cr Massoud also highlighted the importance of supporting the hardship in our community through Council and active volunteering organisations and the importance of supporting and uplifting businesses, particularly post COVID. “I am honoured to have been elected as Mayor of Whitehorse City Council. I’m pleased to represent such a vibrant community, with many exciting projects and initiatives that I look forward to supporting in the coming year.” she said. Cr Massoud thanked outgoing Mayor Cr Mark Lane and outgoing Deputy Mayor Cr Prue Cutts for their service over the past 12 months. Both will continue as representatives for Mahoneys Ward and Simpson Ward respectively. Cr Massoud and Cr Davenport will serve in their new positions until 26 October 2024, when Victorian councils including Whitehorse will hold their scheduled Local Government elections. L To find out more about the new appointments, visit the ‘Councillors and Wards’ page on Council’s website.
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Festive Trading Hours Please note our three Customer Service Centres at Nunawading, Forest Hill Chase and Box Hill Town Hall will have different operating hours over the upcoming festive season. For any urgent matters and emergencies during our closures phone 9262 6333. To view our centres’ standard opening hours, visit the Contact Us page on Council’s website. Council wishes you and your loved ones a safe and happy festive season.
Friday 22 December – All centres close at 12pm Monday 25 December, Tuesday 26 December – All centres closed Wednesday 27 December – Nunawading, Forest Hill Chase reopen at 9am Monday 1 January – All centres closed Tuesday 2 January – Nunawading, Forest Hill Chase reopen at 9am Tuesday 9 January – Box Hill Town Hall reopens at 9am
Book in for your immunisations in 2024 We’ve just released our schedule for child immunisations next year, which we offer for free as part of the National Immunisation Program.
The sessions will be held in three locations - the Willis Room at our Civic Centre in Nunawading, the Box Hill South Family Centre, and the Burgess Family Centre in Box Hill North.
L For more information and to download the 2024 immunisation schedule, search ‘Immunisation dates and times’ on Council’s website. You must call our Maternal and Child Health team on 9262 6197 to make a booking.
Team SPEED’s silver success Congratulations to Parkmore Primary School’s SPEED trio - Jake, Seb and Emily – for their efforts to reduce soft plastic use in the community. Since they visited and spoke at a Council meeting in September, the trio competed in the Future Problem Solving Program’s national finals in Brisbane. They finished second in the junior division of the Community Problem Solving Awards category and were the only team from a non-private Victorian school to qualify for the national finals. The trio also made a big impact with their Wrapper-Free October competition at their school. They have reduced the amount of soft plastics in their classmates’
Council is excited to reveal its 2024 season line-up for Whitehorse’s new state-of-the-art performing arts centre, The Round. FEAST 2024 is a delectable cultural banquet to satisfy all your creative cravings and is filled with spicy, rich and hearty performances all throughout the year. Whether it’s theatre, circus, drag, opera, comedy or music - there's something for every taste. And it's all close to home with free parking on site.
Council will be offering seven sessions every month in 2024, and they are available to any Whitehorse resident anyone aged between six weeks to 19 years. Immunisation is an important part of keeping everyone safe from infectious diseases.
A live entertainment feast for Whitehorse
Team SPEED with Parkmore Primary School Principal Jodie Doble at the Future Problem Solving Program’s national finals. Picture: Supplied.
lunchboxes by 90 per cent since they began their project earlier in the year. L You can watch a video highlighting their work on Parkmore Primary School’s Facebook page, and you can also email them at speedsoftplastics@gmail.com
Among the highlights of FEAST 2024 are productions from acclaimed companies such as Opera Australia, Melbourne Theatre Company, Sydney Theatre Company and the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra amongst many more. Music lovers are in for a treat with household names including Marcia Hines and Vika and Linda Bull coming to Nunawading. Meanwhile, comedy fans can look forward to plenty of laughs when the Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow visits The Round. Season packages are on sale now and offer a banquet of benefits including discounted tickets, access to the best seats in the house and the ability to pay in instalments. All season package subscribers also go in the draw to win a table for four at a show of your choice at our 2024 Underground Cabaret season. Tickets for single shows go on sale on 9 January. L Go on and take a bite out of FEAST 2024. To view the entire season line-up and to book your season package, visit theround.com.au or call our Box Office on 9262 6555.
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Working for Whitehorse Meet Alex Kaszubski – Council's Economic Development Officer. She works with business owners throughout Whitehorse to provide them with support, opportunities and mentoring, and serves as Council’s liaison with business owners on key issues impacting them. Alex joined Council in 2017 and worked in our Aqualink team in Memberships and Customer Service before she moved into her current role. She leads initiatives such as our Think Local Buy Local program throughout the year, and our Festive Windows activation which is taking place
in parts of the city this month. “In Economic Development, it is said that ‘a rising tide raises all boats’. Our team focus is to ensure the continuation and development of a thriving business community through a range of services including business facilitation, mentoring and workshops,” she said.
Alex and the team are developing an Investment and Economic Development Strategy and will invite community feedback in early 2024.
They also advocate for the best outcomes for businesses who could be impacted by Victorian Government projects such as the Suburban Rail Loop.
L In the meantime, you can reach out to the team at business@whitehorse. vic.gov.au
The network helps to guide We're thrilled to announce Whitehorse City Council is now Council action in the community. It helps councils connect to share a member of the Welcoming information, support one another Cities initiative. and collaborate. L For more information search ‘Welcoming Cities’ on Council’s website.
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Mayor Denise Massoud said Whitehorse is proud of its cultural diversity.
“We’re excited to embark on this journey to make Whitehorse an even more diverse, inclusive, and welcoming place for all,” Cr Massoud said.
“I am regularly inspired by many of the passionate, creative, hardworking entrepreneurs operating in our municipality.”
Alex and her team also lead Council’s Placemaking program, which assists in activating shopping strips to welcome and connect the community.
“Becoming a member of Whitehorse Welcoming Cities also supports our Whitehorse 2040 is a Welcoming Community Vision and how to address being a Diverse and City! Inclusive Community.”
Welcoming Cities is part of Welcoming Australia, a network of local councils that strive to create an Australia where everyone can belong and take part in social, cultural, economic and civic life.
“Many of our local businesses are family-owned businesses who form the backbone of our local economy and who themselves support our thriving and diverse community,” she said.
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Advocating for Whitehorse It’s been a big year for advocacy at Whitehorse City Council. We want to acknowledge the collaborative efforts of community groups, residents and businesses who all contribute to our advocacy work. It has led to excellent outcomes for our community in 2023, including:
▪ A strong community voice to minimise impacts on the
Whitehorse community from the Victorian Government’s Big Build projects. This included working closely with residents, community groups and Council’s Disability Advisory Committee and Reconciliation Advisory Committee. ▪ Development of new community spaces. Our advocacy during the Mont Albert Level Crossing Removal project led to significant community infrastructure wins. These included the construction of a new urban plaza in the Mont Albert Village shopping precinct, the restoration of the old Mont Albert railway station, and a new play space and open space in Lorne Parade Reserve. ▪ Environmental protection. Speaking up to protect our much-loved trees and public spaces has resulted in the Victorian Government promising 400+ new street and park trees to be planted in Whitehorse. ▪ Collaborative partnerships. New and continued partnerships with other councils and groups on issues including waste, sustainability, planning and housing. ▪ National and state advocacy. Telling Whitehorse’s story and advocating for more investment into our community with the State and Federal governments, including attending the Australian Local Government General Assembly in Canberra.
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Our response to North East Link consultation Council has responded to the Urban Design and Landscape Plan (UDLP) for a section of the North East Link, stating on behalf of our community that we cannot support the proposed plan in its current form. The plans were released by the State Government in October and largely involve the widening of the Eastern Freeway between Burke Road, Kew and Tram Road, Doncaster. They involve adding extra lanes on the freeway at the expense of surrounding open space in Whitehorse and nearby municipalities, including the Koonung Creek Parklands. Residents living between Sweyn Street in Balwyn North and Station Street in Box Hill North are set to be impacted by the works for up to four years. Councillors unanimously approved Council’s response to the UDLP at their meeting on 13 November. Among the matters which we want the State Government to address are: ▪ Reduce the width of the Eastern Freeway widening.
▪ To provide a cohesive and
well-integrated design that the Whitehorse community can be proud of for years to come. ▪ Tangibly demonstrate that the noise, air quality and other environmental concerns of the community have been addressed, inside and outside of the project’s boundary. ▪ Increase the tree canopy replacement rate to three trees for every tree removed within Whitehorse. ▪ Upgrade the full length of the Koonung Creek Trail, not just the sections impacted by the works. ▪ Provide new open space to compensate for the loss within Koonung Creek Parklands. The North East Link Program is currently reviewing submissions made by Council and other community members during the consultation period. The UDLP is set to be finalised in early 2024. L You can find out more by visiting: engage.vic.gov.au/easternfreeway-upgrades-udl
Positive Ageing survey update Thank you to more than 920 people who completed our Positive Ageing survey. The survey closed on 30 November and it was fantastic to receive so many responses. Congratulations to three lucky survey participants who won a $100 Visa gift card for taking part. We’re currently analysing all of the responses, which will help us develop our new Positive Ageing service. Look out for more news in early 2024. L For more information about Positive Ageing in Whitehorse – phone us on 9262 6333 or email positiveageing@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
Have your say Share your ideas and provide feedback on issues and projects that matter to you! To sign up to Your Say Whitehorse, visit yoursay.whitehorse.vic.gov.au
Get ready to create the Tally Ho structure plan with us Tally Ho is designated as a Major Activity Centre (MAC) in the State Government’s Plan Melbourne 2017-2050 strategy.
Council has commenced work on a structure plan for the Tally Ho Major Activity Centre – which will guide future land use planning for the precinct and ensure it meets its potential.
The MAC is located generally around the Burwood Highway/Springvale Road intersection and includes the Tally Ho Business Park, which is a key office park and technology hub in the eastern suburbs, providing around 3750 jobs.
The structure plan will also be used as a key document when considering changes to Whitehorse's Planning Scheme – this could include zoning changes, revisions to planning controls, and other actions relevant to achieving the activity centre’s vision.
But it’s not just jobs and technology which make Tally Ho such an important precinct. Other key landmarks located within the activity centre include East Burwood Reserve, Eastern Health’s Peter James Centre and the Burvale Hotel.
The community and stakeholders will have a chance to provide input into the structure plan and consultation will begin in early 2024.
L Scan the QR code to register your interest and be notified when consultations open. For more information, phone Council’s Strategic Planning Unit on 9262 6303.
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Celebrating our amazing Whitehorse volunteers This month, with International Volunteer Day falling on 5 December, Council is thanking our incredible volunteers who dedicate their time and energy to make a positive impact in our community. Whitehorse volunteers are educators, gardeners, event planners and gallery attendants. We also have a dedicated team of volunteer committee members for Youth, Arts, Cultural Diversity, Parks, Reconciliation and Disability Advocacy. Whether you've been lending a helping hand for years or are new to our volunteer family, your contribution is invaluable. We’ll be celebrating the generous contributions of all of Council’s volunteers with a special invite-only function on 6 December. We will also pay tribute to two mainstays of Council’s volunteering programs, Mary Burgess and David Inglis, who have retired after 50 years of service. Council congratulates Mary and David on their amazing milestone and thanks them for their enormous contributions over the past 50 years.
A special partnership
Mary Burgess
This December, Box Hill Community Arts Centre celebrates International Volunteer Day and International Day of People with Disability by acknowledging our valuable partnership with local organisation Alkira.
Mary began volunteering for Meals on Wheels in our city in 1973. Every fourth Wednesday for the past 50 years, Mary has delivered meals to those in need across Whitehorse, and helped raise the spirits of isolated community members.
Alkira is an important community organisation which has ensured people with disabilities belong in and actively connect with the community for more than 60 years.
When her three children were younger, they would join her delivering the meals on their school holidays.
Every Thursday, Alkira participants volunteer their time in the centre’s garden – tidying, pruning, raking and planting. They even supervised a pair of fledgling Lorikeets who had fallen from their nest. Council and the centre’s team are extremely thankful for the Alkira volunteers’ efforts in beautifying our garden. Nothing is too much trouble for them, and they have made a significant difference over the past 18 months. More volunteers wanted! Do you have a passion for the arts, heritage or gardening? Your passion can make a difference to our vibrant and creative community at two great council venues. Box Hill Community Arts Centre needs volunteers to help the centre through gardening or supporting its creative classes, workshops and exhibition programs. Meanwhile, over at the Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct in Forest Hill, volunteers are also needed to help with the kitchen garden, heritage research and front of house duties. L To find out more about these great opportunities search ‘Volunteer’ at creativewhitehorse.vic.gov.au
Mary completed more than 600 shifts and delivered more than 9000 meals during her 50 years with the service.
David Inglis David commenced volunteering in Whitehorse in 1973 as a bus driver – taking elderly citizens to bingo and other activities. For the last 49 years, he has been a member of the Wandinong Sanctuary Parks Advisory Committee and also served as its treasurer for many years. The sanctuary is in Blackburn, and David has made an incredible and long-lasting contribution to its development and upkeep.
L Check out all of the volunteering opportunities with Council by searching ‘Volunteer’ on Council’s website.
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School Holiday Program AQUALINK Chill Zone (Box Hill) Jump off the 3m diving board! Or maybe the 1m diving board is more your style? The Tarzan rope is also a school holiday favourite activity. When: 3-25 January Mon to Fri 12pm-4pm Sat and Sun 1pm-4pm Where: Aqualink, Box Hill Age: 5 yrs + Cost: Casual Cost entry Bookings: Not Required
Indoor Court Hire Basketball, Netball, Volleyball, Pickleball or Soccer? You pick. Hire the whole court these school holidays. When: Check availability with the centre Where: Aqualink, Box Hill Age: All ages Cost: See website for details Bookings: Required
Chill Zone (Nunawading) Hours of fun awaits in the Chill Zone with small and large inflatables in the pool and a Tarzan rope. When: Weekdays, 3-25 January 12.30 -13.15: Small inflatables 13.20 -14.15: Large inflatables 14.20 -15.00: Tarzan rope Where: Aqualink, Nunawading Age: 5 - 16 yrs Cost: Casual entry cost Bookings: Not Required
STRATHDON HOUSE AND ORCHARD PRECINCT Kids Treasure Hunt and Picnic Discover local history and creatures that live at Strathdon. Bring your own picnic and rug. When: Friday 12 January, 10.30am -12pm Where: SH&OP Age: 5 - 12 yrs, children must be accompanied by a guardian Cost: $18 per child Bookings: Required
Family Clay - Coil Pots Create unique clay planter pot or a pet water bowl. When: Saturday 13 January, 10am 12pm Where: SH&OP Age: Families with children 6 - 12 yrs Cost: $48 (Adult and Child) Extra participant $24 Bookings: Required
Kids Clay Creation Garden Gnomes Sculpt and paint a beautiful clay Gnome for the garden. When: Saturday 13 January, 12.30pm - 2pm Where: SH&OP Age: 6 - 12 yrs Cost: $42 Bookings: Required
Junior Landcare Fun activities sparking curiosity and appreciation of the natural world. Identify frog sounds, make your own seedling pot and more.
BOX HILL COMMUNITY ARTS CENTRE Kids Dance - Hip Hop Games Groove and move in this fun session. When: Monday 15 January, 11am 12.30pm Where: BHCAC Age: 6 - 8 yrs Cost: $25 Bookings: Required
All Day Art Day - LNY Year of The Dragon Craft clay dragons, Chinese good luck ornaments and create a floral still-life collage.
Old Fashioned Games Enjoy tossing a quoit in the Cottage garden or playing a game indoors at the Museum. When: Friday 26 Jan 1pm - 4pm, Saturday 27 Jan 10am - 1pm, Sunday 28 Jan 1pm - 4pm Where: Schwerkolt Cottage Age: All ages Cost: Free Bookings: Not Required
SPORTLINK Indoor Court Hire
When: Tuesday 16 January, 9.30am - 3.15pm Where: BHCAC Age: 6 - 12 yrs Cost: $89 Bookings: Required
Basketball, Netball, Volleyball, Pickleball, Badminton or Soccer? You pick. Hire the whole court these school holidays.
Kindy Clay - Tropical Fish
When: Check availability with the centre Where: Sportlink, Vermont South Age: All ages Cost: See website Bookings: Required
Make a clown fish or an angel fish, or even make up your own kind of fish!
When: Wednesday 17 January, 9.30am - 11.30am Where: SH&OP Age: 7 - 12 yrs Cost: $42 Bookings: Required
When: Wednesday 17 January, 10am - 11am Where: BHCAC Age: 3 - 5 yrs Cost: $34 Bookings: Required
Eco Visual Arts - Paint Terracotta and Pot Nature Mandala
Creative Journaling
Create a Stunning Mosaic Plate
Explore styles, self-expression and decorating tips.
When: Tuesday 9 January, 2.30pm - 4.30pm Where: Youth ConneXions Age: 12 - 25 yrs Cost: Free Bookings: Required
Paint and decorate your own flower pot or create beautiful, symmetrical mandalas using nature materials. When: Wednesday 17 January, 11.45am - 1.15pm or Wednesday 17 January, 2pm - 3.30pm Where: SH&OP Age: 6 12 yrs Cost: $42 Bookings: Required
All Day Art Day Summer Fun Craft recycled art flowers, do solar printing and learn circus skills with the team from Fun Fit. When: Thursday 18 January, 9.30am - 3.15pm Where: SH&OP Age: 6 - 12 yrs Cost: $89 Bookings: Required
Mini Master Cooks Kids Cooking Make Japanese-inspired Buddha Bowls with fresh summer produce. When: Friday 19 January, 10.30am 12pm (6 - 8 yrs) & 12.45pm - 2.15pm (9 - 12yrs) Where: SH&OP Age: 6 - 12 yrs Cost: $45 per session Bookings: Required
When: Wednesday 17 January, 10am 1pm Where: BHCAC Age: 9 - 12 yrs Cost: $60 Bookings: Required
Kids - Floral Printing Cardboard Collagraph Design, carve, and print their very own unique floral masterpieces. When: Thursday 18 January, 10.30am -12pm Where: BHCAC Age: 6 - 12 yrs Cost: $42 Bookings: Required
Printmaking - Pet Portraits Create a unique print of your furry friend while learning printmaking techniques under expert guidance. When: Thursday 18 January, 1pm - 3pm Where: BHCAC Age: 10 yrs + Cost: $55 Bookings: Required
SCHWERKOLT COTTAGE
YOUTH CONNEXIONS
Mario Kart Competition All skill levels welcome. The winner and the most supportive player gets a $20 EB Games voucher. When: Tuesday 16 January, 2.30pm - 4.30pm Where: Youth ConneXions Age: 12 - 25 yrs Cost: Free Bookings: Required
Self-Defence Class You will learn practical self-defence techniques from an experienced instructor. Workshop 1: 2.30pm-3.30pm (Ages 12-16), Workshop 2: 3.30pm-4.30pm (Ages 17 - 25) When: Tuesday 23 January Where: Youth ConneXions Age: 12 25 yrs Cost: Free Bookings: Required
Tatting Demonstration
THE ROUND
Heritage artisans will show how collars and cuffs were made for kings and queens.
Teeny Tiny Stevies
When: Sunday 21 January, 1pm - 4pm Where: Schwerkolt Cottage Age: All ages Cost: Free Bookings: Not Required
See our website for the full program and to make a booking
www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/school-holidays
Beth and Byll, the ARIA Award-winning Children’s stars, are coming to town for two very special shows! When: Saturday 20 January - 10.30am and 1.30pm Where: The Round Age: 3 yrs + Cost: Full - $35, Concession - $25, Child - $25 Bookings: Required
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Time: 5pm - 9.30pm (performances start at 6.30pm) Venue: This year's Whitehorse Carols is returning to the grounds of the Whitehorse Civic Centre Precinct and The Round. 399 Whitehorse Rd, Nunawading
Get your jingle on, it's time to sing! Get ready on Saturday 16 December for an evening filled with music, laughter and holiday magic at the Whitehorse Carols!
Parking: There is limited parking at the precinct and Walker Park. We recommend walking, riding your bike, carpooling, or taking public transport.
The Line-up
L For more information visit creativewhitehorse.vic.gov.au/ carols
Accessibility and event inclusions:
The festivities kick off at 5pm with free rides and face painting, and a delicious array of food to purchase. While you're here, don't miss your chance to snap a picture with Santa or be entertained by our delightful roving performers. Bring your picnic rug, gather your loved ones, and find a cosy spot on the lawn as the melodies fill the air, with performances beginning at 6.30pm. Best of all, this event is free! So bring your family, invite your friends, and make your way to the Whitehorse Carols for an unforgettable Christmas experience. Scan, Sing and Sleigh at this year’s carols! Access your digital songbook via the QR code
There are a number of event inclusions and accessibility features to help support the community. ▪ Chill out space ▪ Auslan Interpreters ▪ Accessible viewing area ▪ Changing Places facility ▪ Accessible toilets ▪ All-gender toilets ▪ Parents room ▪ Accessible parking
Tim Campbell
The 2023 Whitehorse Carols promises a star-studded evening of entertainment, headlined by Carols by Candlelight favourite, Tim Campbell. With over a decade of captivating performances at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Tim is set to have you up dancing and singing along this Christmas. Performing earlier in the night will be the Australian Children's Choir, the cast of Christmas Actually and Whitehorse Churches Care. Don't forget to keep an eye out for Santa, who might just make a surprise appearance!
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For additional details or specific enquiries, please contact the Creative Whitehorse team at the ‘Contact Us’ page at creativewhitehorse.vic.gov.au
Whitehorse Festive Season It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Get involved with your friends and family or go along solo and make new friends at these fantastic events across Whitehorse during December. THE ROUND
Family Card-Making for Christmas
STRATHDON HOUSE AND ORCHARD PRECINCT
SCHWERKOLT COTTAGE
Gingerbread Cookie House
Christmas in a German kitchen
Create your own Gingerbread Cookie House holiday masterpiece to take home for the whole family to enjoy!
Check out the cottage’s traditional German kitchen and grab a free, delicious heritage recipe to whip up the perfect festive feast at home.
Work with your family to design and create unique, handmade and personalised Christmas cards. When: 9 December, 12pm-2pm Cost: $50, includes one adult and one child aged six and over. Christmas Actually Relive moments from the festive film, Love Actually, with smash hit songs, top musicians and superstar vocalists. Stars Libby O’Donovan. When: 15 December 7.30pm, 16 December 1pm Cost: Tickets $69-$73, discounts for subscribers and Under 30s BOX HILL COMMUNITY ARTS CENTRE
Kids’ Christmas Stockings With the help of our friendly tutor Judy, children can create a unique Christmas Stocking from felt, and make a lasting keepsake for years to come. When: 10 December, 10.30am-12pm Cost: $42, for children aged six to 12 years. Family Australiana Christmas Decorations
When: 16 December, 1pm-2.30pm Cost: $65, includes one adult and one child aged six and over. Festive Preserves
Families design and create their own precious Australiana Christmas decorations together.
Make your own festive preserve to serve with your Christmas feast or as a thoughtful gift.
When: 10 December, 1pm-3pm Cost: $50, includes one adult and one child aged six and over.
When: 9 December, 10am-1pm Cost: $75, recommended for adults.
When: Saturdays 10am-1pm, Sundays 1pm-4pm during December Cost: Free L Book now for these great festive events and more at creativewhitehorse.vic. gov.au/festive
Festive fun in your local shopping precincts The popular Whitehorse Festive Windows display is back again this year! We invite you to take a stroll through Blackburn Station Village and Mont Albert Village during December to view the stunning window art painted by talented local artists Lou, Emma and Sophie. They’ve put their unique designs on the windows of more than 60 shops across both precincts. Take some pictures of your favourite designs and share them on social media, using the hashtag #WhitehorseWindows. While you’re there, stop for a cuppa or a snack from your local traders, and get some Christmas shopping done all in your local shopping strip. If you are near Brentford Square Shopping Centre in Forest Hill, make sure to stop in for their special Christmas Fair on Saturday 9 December from 10am to 4pm. It will include plenty of activities and roving performers, including a Christmas train and a visit from Santa!
Sophie and Emma
One of Lou's designs
L For more information search ‘Festive 2023’ at wbiz.com.au
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The views expressed are those of individual Councillors and do not necessarily reflect Council policy or the views of Council as a whole. Cootamundra Ward
Eley Ward
Elgar Ward
Andrew Munroe 0429 138 140 andrew.munroe@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
Trudy Skilbeck 0435 188 822 trudy.skilbeck@whitehorse.vic.gov. au
Blair Barker 0459 857 280 blair.barker@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
Lake Ward
Mahoneys Ward
Denise Massoud – Mayor 0409 230 499 denise.massoud@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
Mark Lane 0435 387 526 mark.lane@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
Whitehorse City Council is divided into 11 single-councillor wards. Our Councillors have been elected to serve until October 2024.
It is a great honour and privilege to have been elected Mayor by my colleagues. I have a commitment to increase engagement with our community. I encourage community groups and individual residents to make contact over any Council-related issues you are encountering. Change can occur but we need to know so please do not hesitate to make contact using email or phone.
I would like to thank you for supporting me during my term as Mayor, it’s been an honour to serve you. I wish the Mayor for the next year all the best as I continue to serve as Mahoneys Ward Councillor. I look forward to seeing you around Mahoneys Ward.
In Lake ward there has been much activity in weeding by the parkland groups and now the weather presents a great opportunity to enjoy our outdoor areas.
Free Christmas Tree Collections Wondering what do with your Christmas Tree after Santa’s visit on 25 December? Council is again offering free Christmas tree collections from your home. The collection service will begin three days after Christmas on 28 December and continue until the end of January. Only genuine Christmas trees can be collected – plastic trees are not recyclable – and there is a limit of one tree per household. Bookings open from 19 December at our contractor’s website – head to whitehorse.cleanaway.com.au Another option is to cut up the tree into small pieces and place it in your green lid FOGO bin. L Find out more about the other things your can put in your FOGO bin by searching ‘FOGO’ on Council’s website.
Remembrance Day was celebrated at the Blackburn cenotaph with a moving ceremony by our local RSL group and President Peter McPhee. The Round, our new performing arts destination, has opened and I have experienced many positive comments from the community. The diversity of offerings in the program is amazing and the new season for 2024 will be unveiled shortly. The “Underground Cabaret” is an exciting new offering and the foyer at The Round is open and offering tea, coffee and food so it is a great spot to meet friends and the parking is easy. There is also a happy hour on Fridays 5pm-6pm. For parents check out the school holiday program both at The Round and also activities at our community facilities and parklands. Lastly, I want to congratulate the Blackburn Tennis Club and coach Andrew Caldwell for continuing the weekly all abilities tennis program for small groups and individuals. I have included a photo showing the fun they are having. Best wishes for the Festive Season.
Citizenship Citizenship ceremonies remain a highlight of being Mayor with many excited people committing to Australia and its people. For the first time we recently held a double ceremony at Town Hall. One in the afternoon and then one in the early evening. What a fabulous day! Welcome to all those who have become new citizens, I look forward to the ongoing involvement you have within our community. Community Group Tipping Vouchers Not long ago I had a Notice of Motion (NOM) raised in council to retain the Community Tipping voucher grants in some capacity. Thank you to Cr Carr who moved the NOM on my behalf it was greatly appreciated not only by me but by the community groups who are affected. Take Care and I hope to see you around Mahoneys Ward and don’t forget to say Hi!.
The views expressed are those of individual Councillors and do not necessarily reflect Council policy or the views of Council as a whole.
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Kingsley Ward
Walker Ward
Simpson Ward
Cr Amanda McNeill 0435 158 360 amanda.mcneill@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
Cr Ben Stennett 0448 375 937 ben.stennett@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
Cr Prue Cutts 0409 867 540 prue.cutts@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
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Wattle Ward
Terrara Ward
Cr Tina Liu 0418 121 357 tina.liu@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
Cr Andrew Davenport – Deputy Mayor 0407 652 145 andrew.davenport@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
Cr Raylene Carr 0400 886 889 raylene.carr@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
Suburban Rail Loop Advocacy Continues
Friends of Gardiners Creek Reserve
Council has submitted a response to the recent release of the SRL Precincts Discussion Paper for both Box Hill and Burwood.
On 24 September, Friends of Gardiners Creek Reserve facilitated a ‘meet the pets’ event at Gardiners Creek for the students in residence at Deakin, where students interacted with pet dogs and spoke with local community members. Congratulations on this initiative, and I look forward to seeing what’s in store for 2024.
I would highly recommend you have a read www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/srl-businesscase-and-act The key number of concerns that Council has highlighted include: clarity around the roles, responsibilities and authority of Council, how the boundaries of each precinct will be determined, growth and change expectations and management within the Whitehorse boundaries, technical information in relation to the impact of increased population and workforce on environmental, social and infrastructure. Given the scale of the project, it is imperative that Council is a partner in this process, that our input and the voices of the community that we represent, are not eroded. Congratulations to recently elected Mayor Cr Denise Massoud and Deputy Mayor Cr Andrew Davenport. I look forward to working with you both in the year ahead. Event highlights I had the pleasure of attending a number of events recently including the annual Rotary Art Show, Whitehorse Excellence in Business Awards, the fourth anniversary of Box Hill Community Choir, Opening Doors Graduation, Persian Festival and a number of local healthcare providers’ and business Openings. It’s great to be part of such a vibrant and engaged community! As 2023 comes to a close, I wish you all a happy, safe and enjoyable festive season. All the best and see you in the new year.
Energy Savers for Business Whitehorse City Council is proudly a part of the Energy Savers program which supports businesses to upgrade appliances, lights and other equipment under the Victorian Energy Upgrade initiatives. www.businessenergysavers.org/about/ It’s pleasing to see a regional approach to supporting business. The program benefits business operators by recommending changes which can save businesses money. To participate in the program, contact businessenergysaver@monash.vic.gov.au ABAW Chinese New Year
I know I say it every year, but this year has really flown by. I hope it has been a good one for you and you have managed to avoid the perils. The re-developed Morack Golf pavilion is looking fantastic with the expected completion date to be in the new year, so it won’t be long before it’s up and running for all our golfing enthusiasts. Why not bring the family down for a game of mini-golf and enjoy a BBQ while you’re there? By the time this edition of the WH News is printed, we will have a new Mayor and Deputy Mayor. This month I would like to compliment all the Secretaries out there, especially the ones who volunteer their services for our community groups. I am the Secretary for one of these clubs and the workload and time needed to collate all the reports for a forthcoming AGM is incredible. Mind you, I love it, but it certainly takes up a lot of time, so my hats off to all secretaries donating their time to a good cause.
On 17 February 2024, the Asian Business Association of Whitehorse (ABAW) is hosting the Box Hill Lunar New Year Festival in a new location due to SRL works within Box Hill. The new location at Bank Street is conveniently located next to the railway station and will be well worth attending. Ward Flyer I’ve recently been dropping off feedback request letters with a brief survey in your letterbox, aiming to gather comments on how I can better serve you. If you have not received a survey and would like to participate, please email me. Festive Season
In October, some WH Councillors were recognised for their years served in LG. Myself and Cr Munroe, 15 years and Cr Massoud & Cr Davenport, 8 years. Crs. Lane, Liu and Stennett came along to support the team.
I would like to wish you all a safe and happy festive season for 2023, and look forward to continuing to serve you in 2024.
Wishing you and your loved ones a very Happy Christmas and New Year. Don’t forget to check in with them during our forecasted hot days ahead.
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Location: Mitcham Road, Mitcham Number of traders: 21
5 Star Food Program Congratulations to Middle Ground Café in Blackburn North who have been named Council’s 5 Star Food Safe nominees for December. The café is run by manager Eva and is part of the New Hope Church.
Services: Restaurants and takeaway food outlets, IGA Supermarket, post office, pharmacy, milk bar and other personal and health services. Parking and nearby transport: Bus routes 736 and 765 stop near the centre. There are also 50 metered public parking spots.
“What I love most about trading in Rangeview is the strong support of the local community and Council. Our neighbourhood is a thriving, active community which runs great Halloween and Christmas events,”
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‘Tis the season for sustainability It’s summer, it’s the festive season, and we’re leading into a new year – a perfect time to minimise your environmental impact for a sustainable season. Our waste and environmental sustainability teams have put their heads together and come up with their top tips for you to try: ▪ Ask for no gifts: they could donate to your favourite cause on your behalf or buy you a membership to your favourite streaming service, sports team or another form of entertainment instead. ▪ If you are gifting, homemade and edible items are a great idea. A cookie mix in a reusable jar is simple to make up, tastes great and looks really festive. ▪ Speaking of edible, plan the festive menu with your guests and ask everyone to bring a dish. Get them to bring it in a reusable container so they
can take lovely leftovers home to enjoy later. ▪ Craft your own bonbons. Grab a useful toy and some silly hats from an op shop, and Google jokes and fun facts online. ▪ Get creative with your tree. Create one with branches from the garden or decorate a pot plant rather than buying a new one. ▪ Give a gift of Indigenous plants from your local plant nursery. There are two in Whitehorse – Bungalook and Greenlink. Search ‘Indigenous Nurseries’ on our website for more information.
L Search for ‘Celebrate Sustainably This Festive Season’ on Council’s website for more hints and tips. You can also find details about recycling and waste services over the holidays in our ‘Sustainability’ section.
Green Living Champion – Kayla from Precious Plastics, Mitcham Kayla co-owns local business Precious Plastic Melbourne with her husband Piers, which is based in Mitcham. She describes her business as a ‘micro-recycler’ which specialises in turning plastic waste into high-value items. “We've always been incredibly passionate about sustainability,” Kayla said. “As parents, creating impact in this space allows us to feel like we're doing our small bit for future generations. “The other thing we love about what we do is the creativity - we feel lucky to have been able to combine creativity with sustainability and turn it into a very motivating and fulfilling day job!” Kayla said it was important “not to allow yourself to be overwhelmed when it comes to making sustainable changes. Changing habits takes time, so it's ok to start small.” Here’s some tips from Kayla for people wanting to make some sustainable changes at their workplaces: ▪ Appoint a team member as your sustainability lead to help drive change. ▪ Start with a few changes that are simple to make and implement them. It could be as basic as ensuring your recycling practices are up to scratch – and ensuring your workplace allows for the separation, ▪ Buy second-hand items for the office and warehouse such as collection and recycling of basic recyclables, along with batteries and furniture, equipment and appliances. e-waste. Starting with small, achievable goals should pave the way for longer term success. L Find out more about Kayla’s story and Precious Plastics by ▪ Work with your suppliers to minimise upstream waste. Capture your searching ‘Green Living Champions’ on Council’s website. own waste by-products and return them to the material cycle.
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Celebrating great local businesses More than 200 local businesses and community leaders came together at The Round in late October for this year’s Whitehorse Excellence In Business Awards.
Be prepared this bushfire season Summer has arrived – and with high temperatures comes the added risk or possibility of bushfires. Bushfires in Victoria are more common in the hot dry months. They can start from lightning strikes, but more often than not, they are accidentally or deliberately lit. All Whitehorse residents need to have a plan in place to protect your lives, homes and the environment around you. Here’s some important tips:
▪ If a bushfire breaks out near your area, monitor conditions and
advice by listening to ABC 774AM on radio or alerts through the VicEmergency app on your phone or tablet. ▪ If there is a catastrophic fire warning for your area, leave as early as possible and follow your emergency plan. If you are going on holidays, check the local emergency management arrangements. ▪ Aways follow the advice and instructions given by emergency services and keep the roads as clear as possible for personnel. ▪ Never drive if you can see smoke or fire. Thick smoke will make it hard to see and traffic jams and accidents are more likely. ▪ If a grassfire starts near you, walk at least two streets back from the fire. If you live two or three streets away from grassland and a grass fire starts, stay where you are. Grass fires are unlikely to spread into built-up areas. L For more information on how to compile your emergency plan and what to do before, during and after a bushfire, search ‘Fires’ on Council’s website.
Nunawading man honoured with ‘final and best ever’ garage sale Garage Sale Trail was held over two huge weekends in November with more than 80 garage sales and stalls across Whitehorse.
There’s nothing Nunawading’s Indulis (pictured) loved more than having a great Garage Sale. Chatting with his neighbours and making new friends, sometimes his family thought Indulis bought stuff just so that he could have the best garage sales. Indulis is no longer with us, but his family decided to host one last garage sale in his honour as
Some of the winners at the 2023 Whitehorse Excellence In Business Awards. Picture supplied by the Whitehorse Business Group.
Hosted by comedian, radio host and TV personality Anthony ‘Lehmo’ Lehmann, more than 20 awards were given out, with Quest Mont Albert taking out the 2023 Overall Business Excellence Award. The awards are open to all businesses which operate in the City of Whitehorse and recognise innovation, business growth and development, new business initiatives, continuous improvement, and business planning methodology. The awards are managed by the Whitehorse Business Group Board with the judging panel consisting of independent judges. While there can only be a handful of winners, all businesses benefit from entering the awards. By addressing the criteria on the nomination form, each business undertakes a self-assessment process which identifies where the business is positioned in relation to several key management outcomes. Council congratulates all the nominees and winners of this year’s awards. L Find out more about the opportunities that the Whitehorse Business Group has to offer by visiting whitehorsebusinessgroup.com.au part of this year’s Garage Sale Trail. Among the treasures which were up for grabs were classic vinyl and rare books, and an extensive collection of glassware for all occasions. There were also vintage homewares from across the decades including Bendigo potteries and Mikasa dinnerware, and an Ashdown pineapple peeler from the 1970s.
Watch a video from the day by scanning the QR Code.
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WHITEHORSE CALENDAR MARKETS
WALKS AND SOCIALISING
One Good Christmas Market
Aqualink WalkCoffee
A night market filled with ethically-minded artists, creators, and small businesses bringing you fashion, jewellery, gifts, stationery and much more.
Group fitness instructor Clare leads a walk from Aqualink Nunawading and through picturesque residential streets and walking tracks. On return, sit back and enjoy a complimentary coffee at the Aqualink Café.
When: Thursday 7 December 2023, 4pm-9pm Where: One Community Church, 184 Surrey Rd, Blackburn More Information: Search ‘One Good Christmas Market’ on Facebook
When: Wednesday 6 December and Wednesday 13 December, 9.30am Where: Aqualink Nunawading, Fraser Pl, Forest Hill More Information: Free for all Aqualink Members, casual entry fee for non-members. Visit aqualink.com.au for more information.
Brentford Square Christmas Fair Brentford Square comes alive to celebrate the festive season. Free Christmas activities including community stalls, live music, a train ride, photos with Santa, roving characters and more. When: Saturday 9 December 2023, 10am-4pm Where: Brentford Square Shopping Centre, Canterbury Rd, Forest Hill More Information: Visit the ‘Brentford Square Shopping Centre’ Facebook page.
Arts Nunawading and Whitehorse Farmers’ Christmas Market Local makers offering a wide range of handmade goods from unique art and crafts to fresh produce and delicious gourmet food, outside Council’s Civic Centre. Special timeslot for the festive season! When: Sunday 10 December 2023, 1pm-5pm Where: Whitehorse Civic Centre, 379-399 Whitehorse Road, Nunawading More Information: www.artsnunawading.org.au/market
Blackburn Men’s Walk and Talk Fortnightly 5km walk on the first and third Saturday of every month, for local men wanting to develop meaningful connections while walking in nature. Supported by Koonung Cottage. When: Saturday 16 December, 8am Where: Meet at Blackburn railway station (entrance on South Parade) More Information: Search ‘Blackburn Men’s Walk and Talk’ on Facebook and MeetUp.
ACTIVITIES Embroidery, Free Motion Quilting and Felt Flowers Join quilt artists Elaine Maslen, Anne Cocks and Judy Robinson Whitty for an afternoon of quilting. Participants will be able to try out some of the amazing decorative stitches that enhance any project. When: Saturday 16 December, 1pm-3pm Where: Box Hill Town Hall Artspace Cost: Free, no bookings required More Information: creativewhitehorse. vic.gov.au
Want to see more? Scan the QR code to view more events. You can also list your community event on the ‘What’s Happening’ section of our website.
Pruning keeps trees clear of power lines Christmas with the Band Come spend the afternoon with the City of Whitehorse Band for their first headlining concert in Council’s brand new performing arts centre. When: Sunday 10 December, 2pm Where: The Round (Studio), 379-399 Whitehorse Road, Nunawading Cost: Tickets $10-$25 More Information: theround.com.au
DANCE The Snow Queen
Council manages tree pruning on public land to ensure safe distances between trees and power lines. Pruning will occur in Mont Albert followed by Box Hill South in December. Pruning is done in accordance with the Electric Safety (Electric Line Clearance) Regulations 2020 and also with Council’s Electric Line Clearance Management Plan. More information: Search: ‘Pruning’ at whitehorse.vic.gov.au
Academy of Dance Victoria is bringing its production of The Snow Queen to The Round promising exquisite choreography, stunning costumes, and a heartwarming story. When: Sunday 10 December, 12pm and 6.30pm Where: The Round (Theatre), 379-399 Whitehorse Road, Nunawading Cost: Tickets $48-$58 More Information: theround.com.au
The Nutcracker State Youth Ballet invites you to experience the magic of this timeless ballet, promising a performance that will leave you spellbound and filled with the joy of the holiday season. When: Monday 18 December and Tuesday 19 December, 7pm Where: The Round (Theatre), 379-399 Whitehorse Road, Nunawading Cost: Tickets $48-$58 More Information: theround.com.au
KIDS’ IMMUNISATIONS Council provides free vaccinations against infectious diseases for children aged from six weeks to 19 years old, as well as a limited range of vaccines for eligible adults in accordance with the National Immunisation Program Schedule. Council has a booking system for the Public Immunisation Program. To make a booking, please phone 9262 6197. Those without a booking will not be vaccinated. L whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ immunisation-dates
Denise Massoud 将在 2024 年领导 Whitehorse
我们自豪地宣布任命 Denise Massoud 议员为新任市 长，Andrew Davenport 议员为 副市长。 11 月 14 日星期二，在 Nunawading 市议会会议厅举 行的年度市长选举中，两位市 长均由议员选举产生。 Massoud 议员和 Davenport 议员的新任期将至 2024 年 10 月 26 日。 节日期间的办公时间
请注意，位于 Nunawading、 Forest Hill Chase 和 Box Hill Town Hall 的客户服务中心在 即将到来的节日期间会有不同 的办公时间。 12月22日星期五 —— 所有中心均在中午 12 点关闭 12月25日星期一， 12月26日星期二 —— 所有中心关闭
12月27日星期三 —— Nunawading 和 Forest Hill Chase 上午 9 点重新开放 1月1日星期一 —— 所有中心关闭
1月2日星期二 —— Nunawading 和 Forest Hill 上午 9 点重新开放
1月9日星期二 —— Box Hill Town Hall 上午 9 点重新开放 The Round 宣布其 2024 季 的活动：FEAST
市议会很高兴公布 The Round 在 2024 季的活动安排。演出 季套票现已开始发售，单场演 出门票将于 1 月 9 日发售。 请浏览网站： theround.com.au，或致电售 票处 9262 6555。
Ủy viên Hội đồng Denise Massoud sẽ lãnh đạo Whitehorse vào năm 2024
Η Σύμβουλος Denise Massoud θα ηγηθεί το Whitehorse το 2024
La consigliera comunale Denise Massoud guiderà Whitehorse nel 2024
Chúng tôi tự hào thông báo việc bổ nhiệm Ông Denise Massoud làm Thị trưởng mới của thành phố, với sự ủng hộ của Ông Andrew Davenport ở vị trí Phó Thị trưởng.
Είμαστε υπερήφανοι να ανακοινώσουμε το διορισμό της Συμβούλου Denise Massoud ως νέου Δήμαρχου της πόλης, υποστηριζόμενη από τον Σύμβουλο Andrew Davenport ως Αναπληρωτή Δήμαρχο.
Siamo orgogliosi di annunciare che la consigliera comunale Denise Massoud è stata nominata nuova sindaca della municipalità, supportata dal consigliere Andrew Davenport come vice sindaco.
Cả hai đều do Ủy viên Hội đồng của họ bầu ra trong cuộc bầu cử Thị trưởng hàng năm tại phòng Hội đồng ở Nunawading vào thứ Ba ngày 14 tháng 11. Ông Massoud và Ông Davenport sẽ phục vụ ở các vị trí mới cho đến ngày 26 tháng 10 năm 2024. Giờ làm việc vào mùa lễ hội Xin lưu ý rằng các Trung tâm Dịch vụ Khách hàng của chúng tôi tại Nunawading, Forest Hill Chase và Box Hill Town Hall sẽ có giờ làm việc khác nhau trong mùa lễ hội sắp tới. Thứ Sáu ngày 22 tháng 12 – Tất cả các trung tâm đóng cửa vào 12 giờ trưa Thứ Hai ngày 25 tháng 12, Thứ Ba ngày 26 tháng 12 – Tất cả các trung tâm đóng cửa Thứ Tư ngày 27 tháng 12 – Nunawading, Forest Hill Chase mở cửa trở lại vào 9 giờ sáng Thứ Hai ngày 1 tháng 1 – Tất cả các trung tâm đóng cửa Thứ Ba ngày 2 tháng 1 – Nunawading, Forest Hill Chase mở cửa lại vào 9 giờ sáng Thứ Ba ngày 9 tháng 1 – Box Hill Town Hall mở lại vào 9 giờ sáng The Round công bố Mùa biểu diễn 2024 FEAST Hội đồng rất vui mừng được tiết lộ lịch trịch của mùa biểu diễn 2024 tại The Round. Các gói theo mùa hiện đang được bán và vé cho các buổi biểu diễn đơn lẻ sẽ được bán vào ngày 9 tháng 1. Hãy truy cập theround.com.au hoặc gọi đến phòng vé của chúng tôi qua số 9262 6555.
Και οι δύο εξελέγησαν από τους συναδέλφους τους Συμβούλους κατά την ετήσια εκλογή του Δημάρχου στην Αίθουσα του Δημοτικού Συμβουλίου στο Nunawading την Τρίτη 14 Νοεμβρίου. Η Σύμβουλος Massoud και ο Σύμβουλος Davenport θα υπηρετήσουν στις νέες θέσεις τους μέχρι τις 26 Οκτωβρίου 2024.
Ώρες συναλλαγών στις Εορτές Σημειώστε ότι τα κέντρα εξυπηρέτησης πελατών μας στο Nunawading, το Forest Hill Chase και το Box Hill Town Hall θα έχουν διαφορετικές ώρες λειτουργίας κατά την επερχόμενη εορταστική περίοδο. Παρασκευή 22 Δεκεμβρίου – Όλα τα κέντρα θα κλείσουν στις 12 μ.μ.
Δευτέρα 25 Δεκεμβρίου, Τρίτη 26 Δεκεμβρίου – Όλα τα κέντρα θα είναι κλειστά Τετάρτη 27 Δεκεμβρίου – Nunawading, Forest Hill Chase ανοίγουν ξανά στις 9 π.μ.
Entrambi sono stati eletti dai colleghi e dalle colleghe del Consiglio comunale durante le elezioni per la carica di sindaco presso la sala consiliare di Nunawading martedì 14 novembre. I consiglieri Massoud e Davenport rimarranno nei loro nuovi incarichi fino al 26 ottobre 2024. Orari d’apertura durante le festività Vi comunichiamo che i nostri Centri assistenza clienti di Nunawading, Forest Hill Chase e Box Hill Town Hall avranno diversi orari di apertura al pubblico durante le prossime festività. Venerdì 22 dicembre – Tutti i centri chiuderanno alle ore 12:00 Lunedì 25 dicembre, martedì 26 dicembre – Tutti i centri saranno chiusi Mercoledì 27 dicembre – Nunawading, Forest Hill Chase riapriranno alle 9:00
Δευτέρα 1 Ιανουαρίου – Όλα τα κέντρα θα είναι κλειστά
Lunedì 1 gennaio – Tutti i centri saranno chiusi
Τρίτη 9 Ιανουαρίου – Το Box Hill Town Hall ανοίγει ξανά στις 9 π.μ.
Martedì 9 gennaio – Box Hill Town Hall Riaprirà alle 9:00
Τρίτη 2 Ιανουαρίου – Nunawading, Forest Hill Chase ανοίγουν ξανά στις 9 π.μ.
The Round ανακοινώνει την Σαιζόν του 2024: FEAST Ο Δήμος είναι ενθουσιασμένος να παρουσιάσει τη σειρά της Σαιζόν του 2024 στο The Round. Τα πακέτα εποχής πωλούνται τώρα και εισιτήρια για μεμονωμένες παραστάσεις θα πωλούνται από τις 9 Ιανουαρίου. Επισκεφθείτε το theround.com.au ή καλέστε το ταμείο στο 9262 6555.
Martedì 2 gennaio – Nunawading, Forest Hill Chase riaprirà alle 9:00
The Round ha annunciato la sua Stagione per il 2024: FEAST Il Consiglio comunale è lieto di annunciare la sua formazione per la stagione 2024 di The Round. Sono già in vendita gli abbonamenti stagionali e dal 9 gennaio saranno in vendita i biglietti per i singoli spettacoli. Visitate theround.com.au o chiamate il botteghino al numero 9262 6555.