DECEMBER 2017
OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF THE CITY OF WHITEHORSE
Whitehorse News
Sunday 17 December
5.30pm-9.30pm
Whitehorse Civic Precinct
Nunawading 3 Box Hill Skate Park opening
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8 & 9 Whitehorse Carols
11 Translated articles
Children’s entertainment, Carols concert, free rides, photos with Santa and food stalls 14 Aqualink Christmas Classes
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General news
DECEMBER 2017
Contact us Whitehorse City Council Locked Bag 2, Nunawading DC VIC 3131 customer.service@whitehorse.vic.gov.au www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au Phone: 9262 6333 Fax: 9262 6490 NRS: 133 677 then quote 9262 6333 Customer service centres
December Council meetings
Whitehorse Civic Centre
Special Committee Meeting Monday 4 December at 8pm
379-397 Whitehorse Road, Nunawading (Weekdays 8.30am-5.30pm, cashier: weekdays 8.40am-5pm)
Forest Hill Chase Shopping Centre Canterbury Road, Forest Hill (Weekdays 9am-5pm, Saturday 9am-12 noon)
Box Hill Town Hall 1022 Whitehorse Road, Box Hill (Weekdays 9am-5pm)
Career opportunities Register your details at http://whitehorse.mercury.com.au to receive emailed job alerts about vacancies at Whitehorse City Council.
Ordinary Council Meeting Monday 11 December at 7pm These meetings are held in the Council Chamber at Whitehorse Civic Centre and they are open to the public, unless Council resolves to consider an item ‘in camera’ (confidentially).
Acknowledgement of Country In the spirit of reconciliation, Whitehorse City Council acknowledges the Wurundjeri people as the traditional custodians of the land on which Whitehorse stands. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present.
Sustainability
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Festive season operating hours CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTRES
SPORTLINK VERMONT SOUTH
Council’s Customer Service Centres in Nunawading, Forest Hill and Box Hill will close at 1pm on Friday 22 December. Forest Hill will open from 9am to 12 noon on Saturday 23 December. All centres will reopen on Wednesday 27 December, but will be closed Monday 1 January.
Sportlink will be closed from 4pm on Sunday 24 December and will reopen on Wednesday 3 January.
BOX HILL TOWN HALL AND COMMUNITY HALLS OFFICE
WHITEHORSE LIBRARIES
The booking office for the Town Hall and Community Halls will be closed from 12 noon on Friday 22 December and reopen on Tuesday 2 January. BOX HILL COMMUNITY ARTS CENTRE
WHITEHORSE RECYCLING AND WASTE CENTRE
The Box Hill Community Arts Centre will close at 12 noon on Friday 22 December and reopen on Monday 8 January.
The Whitehorse Recycling and Waste Centre will be closed on Christmas Day. The Centre is open from 6.30am4pm all other days, including New Year’s Day.
ARTSPACE Whitehorse Artspace will close at 4pm on Thursday 21 December and re-open at 10am on Thursday 18 January. WHITEHORSE CENTRE The Whitehorse Centre will close at 1pm on Friday 22 December and reopen on Tuesday 2 January.
CHRISTMAS TOY APPEAL
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elp bring some joy to needy families this Christmas by taking part in Whitehorse’s Christmas Toy Appeal. The toys and gifts are passed on to the Eastern Emergency Relief Network (EERN), which distributes them to needy families. Gifts can be donated until Friday 15 December at any of Council’s three customer service centres. More information
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Open everyday except Christmas day.
All branches will close 25 and 26 December, reopening on Wednesday 27 December at 10am. Branches will operate as usual until 31 December and close on New Year’s Day.
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MORACK GOLF COURSE
HARD WASTE Limited hard waste collections will be available for bookings from 27-29 December and 2-5 January. The deadline for bookings for the festive period will close at 3pm on Wednesday 20 December.
KERBSIDE WASTE, RECYCLING AND GARDEN ORGANICS The kerbside domestic garbage, recycling and garden organics collections will continue on the usual collection days regardless of public holidays. Collection times may be earlier than usual due to less traffic on the roads, so it is important to put bins out the night before collection day. AQUALINK BOX HILL AND NUNAWADING Sunday 24 December, 8am-6pm Closed Monday 25 December Tuesday 26 December, 8am-8pm Sunday 31 December, 8am- 6pm Monday 1 January, 10am-8pm Normal hours outside of these dates. Crèche: Last day 21 December; reopens 8 January. Group Fitness: Modified timetable 18 December to 7 January. Aqualink Box Hill Stadium: Closed for court reseal from 27 December, reopening 3 January. NUNAWADING COMMUNITY CENTRE Closing at 1pm on Friday 22 December and reopening Monday 8 January.
NEW MAYOR ELECTED
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hitehorse City Council has elected Councillor Andrew Davenport, Ward Councillor for Riversdale Ward, as its new Mayor.
Cr Davenport said he would operate on the principles of openness and transparency. “I would like to thank my family for their support and my fellow Councillors for electing me as Mayor for the next 12 months,” Cr Davenport said. Cr Davenport has been an active member of the City of Whitehorse for more than 10 years and enjoys being a member of Freemasons Victoria, Box Hill Hawks Football Club, (social) member of Bennettswood Bowling Club and an honorary member of the Mont Albert Surrey Hills Rotary Club. Cr Davenport’s areas of interest include supporting local businesses, increasing library services, council finances, improving amenities across Whitehorse and encouraging female participation in sport.
General news
DECEMBER 2017
BOX HILL SOUTH SKATE PARK T
he Box Hill South Skate Park was officially opened in October, following a redevelopment to make the park bigger and to add a special area for young and beginner skaters and riders. The new park was opened by the Mayor and Councillors at an action-packed event. The park is now double its previous size, and includes a separate beginners area, a half-sized basketball court, new shade shelters, automatic lighting and additional seating. Those who attended the opening enjoyed exciting scooter, BMX and skate demonstrations put on by the YMCA. The park can now be used by a wide range of age groups and skill levels, from beginners to advanced riders. More information www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/Skateparks.html
OAK STREET PARK OPENING
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ouncil’s newest park in Surrey Hills was officially opened in September.
The park is located at 23 Oak Street, Surrey Hills, and has been built on a residential site which was purchased by Council in 2011 following a recommendation from the Whitehorse Open Space Strategy. The strategy identified that in certain areas of Whitehorse, more parks were needed ‘just around the corner’ where parents of young children can stroll to a playground, friends and family can meet for a picnic or individuals can enjoy some quiet time on a park bench. The new park features a small local playspace, informal paths, garden beds, park furniture and natural materials scattered among the new plantings. Local residents and nearby school students from Our Lady’s Primary School in Surrey Hills attended the opening, which was a great opportunity for the school students to enjoy the new equipment. More information www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/Parks.html
Right: Councillors Denise Massoud, Sharon Ellis and Blair Barker at the opening.
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Our sporting best
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The annual Whitehorse Sports Awards recognise the important contribution local sporting clubs and sportspeople make to the Whitehorse community. Sport has always been an important part of life in Whitehorse, helping to build a healthy and connected community. Our sporting best were celebrated at an awards ceremony in October, where Cricketer Merv Hughes gave an inspiring talk and the high calibre of nominees was acknowledged. The winners were presented with awards by the Mayor and Councillors and a great night was had by all.
www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ Whitehorse-Sports-Awards.html Award winners are chosen by the Whitehorse Sport and Recreation Network members.
Congratulations to all the winners and nominees.
SPORTSPERSON OF THE YEAR Meg Lanning from the Box Hill Cricket Club Meg is the captain of several teams at local, state and international levels – not to mention the International Cricket Club’s number 1 player in the world. She holds the world record for the most One Day International 100s and this year SCHOOL OF THE YEAR Koonung Secondary College
Koonung Secondary College is committed to their sport education program, which they believe adds value to each student’s personal development, self-esteem and confidence. Above l-r: Andrew Mangonis, Merv Hughes, Cr Denise Massoud, Karen Rowe and Trevor van den Driesen.
COACH OF THE YEAR Alan Carter from the Box Hill Cricket Club Alan is one of Victoria’s highest regarded cricket coaches. As the Senior Premier Women’s Coach for Box Hill Cricket Club, Alan has led the Women’s 1st XI to seven consecutive one-day grand finals and four T20 grand finals. Alan retired in April and the club and Whitehorse community thank him for his years of service. Above: Alan Carter with Cr Blair Barker. Above right: Colin McGary
As a member of the East Box Hill Cricket Club for 46 years, and a committee member for 28 of those years, Colin has always taken the time to pass on his experience, values, attitude and spirit to those around him. Colin gives his time freely, ensuring club juniors have a positive experience with the game.
Above: Meg Lanning
JUNIOR SPORTSPERSON OF THE YEAR Sophie Caldwell (17 yrs) from Nunawading Swimming Club
In the last year, Koonung Secondary College has participated in 78 Whitehorse division competitions, winning half and progressing to state finals on 15 occasions.
VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR Colin McGary from East Box Hill Cricket Club
won the Belinda Clark Award as International Player of the Year (for the third time). She gives back to the community by participating in the Meg Lanning Academy for girls and coaching and mentoring.
SPORTSPERSON OF THE YEAR WITH A DISABILITY Madeleine Scott from Nunawading Swimming Club As committed team member of the Nunawading Swimming Club, Madeleine always encourages those around her to achieve their best. Her achievements include selection onto the Australian Team for the Paralympic World Swimming Championships, bronze in the 50m butterfly multi class at the Australian Open Championships and five gold medals in multi class events at the 2017 Victorian Open Championships.
Sophie’s achievements include representing Australia at the Commonwealth Youth Games, where she achieved a bronze in the 400m freestyle and fourth in the 400m individual medley. She also won three silver medals at the Victorian Open Championships and eight gold and one silver at the Victorian Age Championships. In 2017, Sophie was awarded a Pierre de Coubertin award for demonstrating values consistent with the Olympic movement.
Above: Merv Hughes with Madeleine Scott.
TEAM OF THE YEAR Senior Men’s Team from Whitehorse United Soccer Club A new coach has revitalised the senior men’s team from the Whitehorse United Soccer Club. This year, the team won their first title since 1994, capturing the Football Federation Victoria State League 4 East title and achieving a promotion to State League 3 South-East. Left: Merv Hughes with Luke Marrone from Whitehorse United Soccer Club.
CHAIR’S AWARD Maddison Ridley Maddison has achieved fantastic results in her netball endeavours this past year, including winning silver at the nationals, being selected into the U/17 Australian squad, winning silver with the U/16 Australian schoolgirls netball team, selection in the U/15 School Sport Victoria netball team and being awarded a Victorian Institute of Sport scholarship. Above: Maddison Ridley and Kate Yeowart, Whitehorse Sport and Recreation Network Chairperson. Left: Merv Hughes, Sophie Caldwell and Cr Raylene Carr.
SPORTS CLUB OF THE YEAR Box Hill Cricket Club Box Hill Cricket Club is a truly diverse club, welcoming players from all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds. The club fosters three senior women's teams, four senior men's teams, nine junior teams (including a junior girls' team) and a veteran side. The club also runs a Milo Cricket Program for young children, and is part of the Meg Lanning Academy for girls. Above: Merv Hughes, Ben Wood, Greg Rizio, Andrew Minter and Cr Massoud.
Sustainability
DECEMBER 2017
INDIGENOUS GARDENING IN WHITEHORSE
Love Food, Hate Waste this Christmas F
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he popular Indigenous Gardening in Whitehorse booklet is an essential resource for home gardeners, landscape architects and developers.
ood is at the heart of Christmas celebrations for many Whitehorse families, but Council is encouraging the community to think carefully about the amount of food we purchase, cook and throw away this festive season.
It is also a handy guide for developing landscape plans for planning applications. The booklet includes: • Planting and design tips
Councillor Prue Cutts (pictured right) said that one third of all food produced is lost or wasted, and this is never more true than during Christmas.
• Sustainable gardening advice • 94 indigenous plant profiles
"Here in Victoria, the average household throws away one in every five bags of food they buy – that’s 20 per cent of their annual grocery budget," said Cr Cutts.
• Information on weeds in Whitehorse Why garden with indigenous plants?
Christmas is one of the worst times of year for generating food waste. Everybody likes to be a good host and ensure their guests have plenty to eat, but with some simple tips you can reduce the amount of food waste you send to landfill. Here are some handy tips for reducing food waste this Christmas. To learn more visit www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/Love-Food-Hate-Waste.html
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Plan your meals, including portion sizes. Take stock of what food and staple ingredients you already have in the pantry, then write a shopping list. This will stop you from over-purchasing perishable food, and save you returning to buy items you have forgotten.
Become a storage guru. Use labels on items you store in the freezer – remember to date them and use airtight containers. Learn which fruits and vegetables should be separated in order to stop them going off quicker.
Visit one of Council’s Customer Service Centres before 31 January 2018 to collect a free menu planner and shopping list pad. Limited numbers available.
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DUELI No Waste Chef Competition As part of the Love Food Hate Waste Campaign, Whitehorse City Council hosted a Deakin University English Language Institute (DUELI) No Waste Chef Competition at the university's Burwood Campus. The DUELI No Waste Chef Competition project is supported by Council and a Love Food Hate Waste grant from Sustainability Victoria. Love Food Hate Waste is a Sustainability Victoria campaign that aims to raise awareness of the problem of food waste and supports Victorian householders to waste less. Clockwise from top right: Emy Wong and Li Yeung; Satjarwat Svchairat won the competition; DUELI’s Student Coordinators worked with Council to organise the competition.
Alternatively, pick up a hard copy at any of Council’s customer service centres or a Whitehorse library. Visit app.greenmoney.com.au/ whitehorse for details on the GreenMoney program.
LET’S BE FACEBOOK FRIENDS! Keep up to date with all of Council’s sustainability news through Facebook. Council has recently launched the Sustainable Living in Whitehorse Facebook page to promote sustainability events and initiatives. You can follow this page by simply searching @SustainableLivinginWhitehorse and “liking” and “following” the page. If you are not on Facebook but would like to keep in touch, subscribe to Council’s monthly sustainability e-News at www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ Sustainability-Events.html
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Family and health
DECEMBER 2017
Never leave children unattended in a car
WHAT WE'VE ACHIEVED FOR BABIES, CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
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here is no doubt that we lead increasingly busy lives, but leaving a child in a car – even for a short time – is never worth the risk.
Year 3 Achievements
Municipal Early Years Plan 2014-2018
Even on mild days the temperature inside a parked car can be 20 to 30 degrees hotter than the temperature outside. When it’s 30 degrees outside, a child could be suffering in up to 60-degree heat. The risk of heatstroke and dehydration is very real.
The past three years have seen excellent progress as Council has implemented its Municipal Early Years Plan 2014-2018.
Every year in Australia, more than 5000 children are rescued after being left unattended in cars. Figures from Ambulance Victoria reveal that November to March is the busiest period, with an average of five call-outs to children left unattended in cars per day.
• Council released the Family Resource Guide, which draws together a wide range of support information into one handy document. You can download the guide at www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/PoliciesChildren-Families-Youth.html. It is also available in hardcopy at Council’s parenting information forums, libraries, customer service centres, family centres and through Whitehorse Early Learning Services Centres.
Here are some highlights from year three:
In Victoria, it is illegal to leave a child unattended in a vehicle under the Children, Youth and Families Act (2005). The penalties include:
• Eight Parenting Information Forums were held, with four focusing specifically on the early years. These covered children’s anxiety and worries, primary school preparation and transition, building resilience and self-esteem, and connected parenting.
• A fine (currently $3690), or; • A maximum of 6 months jail
• The 94 per cent immunisation rate for the City of Whitehorse continues to be higher than the regional and state-wide figures.
More information Kidsafe.com.au
• The Maternal and Child Health New Parent Groups continued to run successfully.
FESTIVE SEASON SUPPORT FOR FAMILIES
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he festive season can sometimes be a stressful and emotional time for families and many of the services that might usually be relied upon may be temporarily closed. Here are a few numbers to contact during this time:
Parentline (8am-midnight)
Maternal and Child Health Advisory Line (24 hours)
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1800 825 955 Housing and support workers
Kids helpline (24 hours)
Nurse on Call (24 hours)
Safe Steps (24 hours)
1800 551 800 www.kidshelpline.com.au For kids (aged 5-12), teens and young adults (13-25 years) and parents and carers.
1300 606 024
1800 015 188 Family violence response Housing and Homelessness Support
Lifeline (24 hours)
Opening Doors (24 Hours)
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• The first meeting of the Whitehorse Early Years Sector Network was held in October. This network brought together managers and team leaders from early years services to discuss issues such as funding, new programs, advocacy and best practice standards. • Council staff successfully consulted with children on the playground design of three Whitehorse Early Learning Services Centres. • A new Engaging Children in Decision Making framework was developed for Council staff, along with a resource providing best practice standards on consulting with children.
DECEMBER IMMUNISATIONS Council provides free vaccinations against infectious diseases for children from birth to 16 years-of-age and a limited range of vaccines for eligible adults.
Whitehorse Civic Centre (Willis Room), 379 Whitehorse Road, Nunawading • 5 and 15 December – 9.15am-10.45am • 14 December – 6pm-7.30pm
More information
Box Hill South Family Centre 1228A Riversdale Road (Rotary Court), Box Hill South
9262 6197 www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ Immunisation.htm
• 6 December – 9.15am-10.45am • 21 December – 6pm-7.30pm
No Jab No Pay As a result of the No Jab No Pay legislation, all children under the age of 10 may obtain free catchup vaccinations under the National Immunisation Program regardless of their Medicare status.
Children 10-19 years are eligible for free missed childhood vaccines (not those missed at school) until 31 December 2017. For all enquiries about the No Jab No Pay legislation, please call 13 61 50.
Burgess Family Centre 15 Barwon Street, Box Hill North • 20 December – 9.15am-10.45am Vermont South Community House Karobran Drive, Vermont South • 12 December – 9.15am-10.45am
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id you know that Whitehorse City Council uses a free app to communicate all the latest news on local family events, programs, immunisation, parenting information forums, maternal and child health updates, Aqualink's occasional care and information on parenting youth?
Flexibuzz is easy to download onto any portable device or can also be accessed via a PC. Download Flexibuzz in your app store, register and then search for Whitehorse City Council and select the categories that relate to you.
Young people
WHAT WE'VE ACHIEVED FOR YOUNG PEOPLE AND THEIR FAMILIES
DECEMBER 2017
Year 3 Achievements
Council’s Municipal Youth Plan 2014-2018 has been up and running for three years, with great results. Here are some of the highlights from year three:
• Council engaged the University of Melbourne to survey wellbeing among students in years 5 to 12 as part of the Whitehorse Wellbeing Project. The survey gave Whitehorse schools detailed information about student wellbeing.
• The Box Hill Assertive Outreach program engaged and supported more than 200 at-risk young people. This means 425 young people have been engaged in the program over the past three years. • Several Parenting Information Forums focused this year on parenting strategies for adolescents. • Five cultural/music events for young people were held across the municipality by Council's FReeZA Committee.
YOUTH VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES IN 2018! Whitehorse Council’s Youth Services department is looking for young people to volunteer in their community in 2018!
Municipal Youth Plan Implementation 2014-2018
• The new Whitehorse Education Assistance Grants supported young people aged 10-25 who were experiencing financial hardship to remain engaged in education and training.
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Places are currently available for the Whitehorse Youth Representative Committee (WYRC) and FReeZa Committee’s Flying Pig Events. Both offer the perfect chance to use a range of skills, learn new ones and get valuable experience to add to a resume. More details below.
• The Community Youth Services Awareness Project saw the development of the Whitehorse Creative Youth Community, an exciting online site for young people to post their creative work such as music, art and design, film and literature, in a safe, friendly, encouraging and supportive space. Young people can also use the site to find information about support, services and programs. Check it out at www. whitehorsecyc.com.au
CHRISTMAS CLOSURES AND SUPPORT Council’s Youth ConneXions drop-in centre will be closed over the Christmas period from Friday 22 December and will reopen on Tuesday 2 January. A youth worker can still be contacted during business hours on 9898 9340, 0417 036 365 or youth.worker@whitehorse.vic.gov.au. See page 6 for other resources.
Congratulations to Michaela Clare-Cover, our young person of the month for December Michaela is a year 12 student at Koonung Secondary College. She is a self-motivated, driven and determined student who has achieved many awards for academic excellence. Michaela also immerses herself in many extracurricular activities, including hockey, athletics, swimming, national level gymnastics, ballet, singing, piano, choir and school musical productions. In her role as Koonung Student Representative Council Captain, Michaela organised several fundraising events including World Greatest Shave day, Hoodies for Homelessness and free dress day to raise funds to support youth education in Tanzania. Congratulations Michaela! For more information on the Young Person of the Month award, phone 9262 6333 or visit www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/Young-Person-Award.html
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Whitehorse
DECEMBER 2017
Sunday 17 December
5.30pm-9.30pm
Whitehorse Civic Precinct
Nunawading Gather your family and friends, pack your picnic basket and head to the picturesque lawns of the Nunawading Civic Precinct for the annual Whitehorse Carols. Be part of this magical event and join popular Carols entertainers Tim Campbell and Michelle Serret-Cursio as they share the stage to perform some fun Christmas classics.
SPECIAL GUESTS AND ENTERTAINERS MICHELLE SERRET-CURSIO A key vocalist on the top-rating television show Dancing with the Stars, Michelle Serret-Cursio (below) is one of Australia’s most recognised voices. An inaugural vocalist on season one of The Voice, Michelle has performed alongside Olivia Newton-John, Hugh Jackman, Kylie Minogue, John Farnham, Tina Arena and many more.
TIM CAMPBELL Tim Campbell is one of Australia’s most versatile and much loved entertainers. A regular star at Vision Australia’s Carols by Candlelight, we are delighted to welcome Tim to Whitehorse. From starring TV roles to hosting national prime time shows and leading roles on the stage, Tim is a star who will put you in the Christmas spirit.
BOX HILL CHORALE This community choir comprises of local Whitehorse residents who have a love of singing and a desire to be part of a vibrant and friendly community choir. Under the direction of conductor Andrew Wailes, the Chorale is widely regarded as one of Victoria’s leading community choirs.
CHELSEA PLUMLEY Chelsea Plumley is an award-winning musical theatre actress who has maintained one of the most diverse careers of any Australian artist with credits in TV, film, cabaret, concerts and much more. We welcome Chelsea back to the Whitehorse Carols stage.
RICHARD THOMAS After a fantastic Carols performance last year, Richard Thomas is back, but this time as host! We look forward to hearing Richard’s fantastic voice throughout the event.
COMBINED CHURCHES OF BLACKBURN NORTH The combined super-group of members from St Alfred’s Anglican, New Hope Baptist and One Community Church are thrilled to be back for Whitehorse Carols this year to perform a traditional nativity play.
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CANDLES FOR CHARITY AND REFRESHMENTS Visitors can purchase food and drinks with food stalls operating from 4.30pm9.30pm. Visitors are also encouraged to purchase a candle or glow stick to help local charities and community service organisations with their fundraising efforts.
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GETTING THERE Parking is always limited at Whitehorse Carols and guests are encouraged to take public transport, cycle or walk. To plan your journey, visit PTV’s journey planner (www.ptv.vic.gov.au) or pick up a TravelSmart map from Council’s customer service centres in Nunawading, Forest Hill or Box Hill.
ACCESSIBILITY Accessible viewing area, parking and toilets will be available at Whitehorse Carols. The full concert will be AUSLAN interpreted, and an AUSLAN viewing area will be located at the front of the lawn on the stage right. Please contact Council for further information.
CAROLS PROGRAM On stage 5.30pm
Welcome from MC Richard Thomas
5.32pm
Nay Nay plus visit from Santa
6pm
Mayoral Welcome and Welcome to Country
6.15pm
Combined Churches of Blackburn North
7.05pm
Chelsea Plumley
7.55pm
Box Hill Chorale
8.35pm
Tim Campbell and Michelle Serret-Cursio
9.25pm
Goodnight from the Whitehorse Carols
Other activities
MEET SANTA Santa will be stopping by Whitehorse from 4.30pm-8.45pm to meet with the local children and pose for photographs before he heads off on his trip around the world delivering presents on Christmas Eve.
NAY NAY Nay Nay (left) is the newest sensation at ABC Kids Australia and is loved by kids all across Australia. She will perform a delightful and fun all ages show with a Christmas twist. XXXXX
4.30pm-9.30pm
Food stalls
4.30pm-9.20pm
Free rides
4.30pm-8.45pm Meet Santa (4.30pm-5.30pm, 6pm-6.45pm, 7pm-7.45pm, 8pm-8.45pm) Show times are correct at time of printing
For more details, phone Council on 9262 6333, visit whitehorse.vic.gov.au or follow Whitehorse Festival Season on
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THINK LOCAL BUY LOCAL
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ouncil’s Think Local Buy Local program is back, shining a spotlight on the wonderful benefits of buying locally, such as improved job security and helping to maintain a sustainable, vibrant community.
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anta, elves, stars and lots of glitter – it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas once again in Whitehorse, with many local shops and businesses taking part in Whitehorse’s Festive Window Dressing Competition.
This month we focus on Blackburn café Lily Loves George – a true family affair. The family business is run by mum and bookkeeper Jan Flanagan and daughters Sophie Flanagan, who coordinates the front-of-house, and chef Amy Flanagan.
Councillor Ben Stennett said that both local traders and shoppers can nominate their favourite festive window displays (including their own). "Judging will be based on creativity, use of colour, themes and the visual impact of the display," said Cr Stennett. "While this competition is always a lot of fun, it has some important goals in encouraging people to shop locally and helping the local economy to continue to thrive." Shoppers who nominate will also go into the running to win a Quest Mont Albert accommodation package valued at $200 and a $30 voucher from Lombard The Paper People.
The first 30 businesses nominated will receive a Christmas Best Dressed Starter Pack from competition sponsor Lombard The Paper People. Above: Claude Lombard with Cr Ben Stennett getting into the Christmas spirit.
ENTRIES CLOSE ON FRIDAY 15 DECEMBER 2017 AT 5PM. The winners will be announced on www.wbiz.com.au, in the Down to Business newsletter and the Whitehorse Leader. The display must be publicly displayed prior to nomination and visible from the street or footpath. Complete the entry form to nominate, or nominate online at www.wbiz.com.au. For competition terms and conditions visit wbiz.com.au, and for the Whitehorse privacy policy, see whitehorse.vic.gov.au 1ST PRIZE $5000 LightFM Radio Campaign and 2018 Whitehorse Business Group Membership ($150 value)
2ND PRIZE $200 cash from Stockdale & Leggo (Blackburn) and $250 Voucher for Lombard The Paper People and 2018 Whitehorse Business Group Membership ($150 value)
3RD PRIZE $50 Voucher for Lombard The Paper People and 2018 Whitehorse Business Group Membership ($150 value)
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5-STAR FOOD SAFETY FOCUS ongratulations to the Blackburn High School, whose canteen has been nominated for Council’s monthly 5-Star Food Safety Focus.
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team, with canteen managers Donna and Maria (pictured) both qualified chefs. Blackburn High School has a healthy eating policy and students are encouraged to make healthy eating choices.
The canteen received the award after achieving outstanding standards in food hygiene and safety in their annual Food Hygiene Assessment. This is the fifth year that the canteen has received 5 stars and the fourth year that they have received a perfect score of 100 per cent.
The canteen is now in the running to win the Whitehorse Food Premises of the Year Award.
Students at Blackburn High School are very lucky to have such a dedicated and talented canteen
To view the food standards of food businesses in Whitehorse, visit www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ehealth.html More information www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ food-hygiene-system.html
Sophie said the small business with six employees offered customers “great coffee, breakfast and lunch. There is an emphasis on customer service and quality food to eat in-house or to take away. Weekly specials and catering to local businesses are also a key part of our business.” The café has many valued local customers from surrounding businesses and homes. “The local community is extremely important to our success. We tend to see mostly the same customers every day and get to know them really well…We love being involved in the local community,” Sophie said. Businesses are encouraged to support the Think Local Buy Local campaign by displaying a sticker on their shopfront. Shoppers then have a visual reminder of the need to support local business. Lily Love George’s contributions to the local community include providing food for multiple sclerosis functions for their volunteers and patrons, vouchers to local schools and kindergartens, and provide biweekly food scraps for local residents with chooks in the Compost Mates Program. The café also supports local businesses by purchasing fresh fruit and vegetables from a Blackburn North business and packaging materials from Nunawading. Whitehorse businesses can request a Think Local Buy Local sticker by contacting the Investment and Economic Development Unit on 9262 6333 or business@ whitehorse. vic.gov.au
Spotlight on... Blackburn High School canteen Business type: School canteen Location: 60 Springfield Road, Blackburn Web: www.blackburnhs. vic.edu.au/our-school/ student-cafe/
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Poi domenica 29 marzo unitevi a uesto mese il Comune del ciboCivic e del vino रवििारcelebra 17 दि्सम्बर, शाम 5.30 ्बजे ्से लेकर रात 9.30noi ्बजेalla तक, Fiera Whitehorse Centre, la nostra comunità sostenibili dalle 10 alle 16 presso la Nunawading multiculturale in occasione della Box Hill Town Hall, 1022 Whitehorse Global Fiesta domenica 15 marzo Baptist OneHill. Community अपने और इकट्ाdel करेंCentro , अपनी Road, िBox Durante Churches la fiera ci ्से dalleपररिार 12 alle 17वमत्रों sul को prato ्संsaranno युक्त ्सुपर-ग्ु प परं प रागत ्बाल नाटकgare, का वपकवनक ्बासके ट पैक करें और Whitehorse के dimostrazioni diयीशु cucina, civico di Nunawading (Nunawading रििशषि न करें ग । े ्सां त ा कललॉ्स भी आएगा, ्साथ ही िार्षिक कै रोल्स के वलए Nunawading Civic cibi, vino e prodotti sostenibili da Civic Centre), 379-397 Whitehorse ्बच्रों की मनोरं जन गवतविवधयाँ भी हरोंगी, Precinct के मनोहर ्बगीचरों में पधारें । assaggiare e comprare, attività per Road, Nunawading. Venite a खाने-पीने की चीज़ें हरोंगी और ्बेचने ि मुफ़त में इ्स शानिार ्समारोह का भाग ्बनें और bambini e altro. godervi spettacoli emozionanti लोकवरिय मनोरं जनकताषिओं Tim Campbell di musica e balli etnici, cucina ि Michelle Serret-Cursio के ्साथ शावमल appetitosa, stand comunitari, होएँ ज्ब िे मंच पर कु छ आननिायक दरि्सम्स pittura del viso gratuita, corse, un कलाव्सक्स का रििशषिन करते हैं। Box Hill castello्सामु gonfiabile, giochi culturali Chorale िावयक गायक-मण्डली अपनी e la partecipazione खू्ब्सूरत आिाज़ ्से िशषिकरों straordinaria का मन ्बहलाएँगे, di Dora St the Explorer e Go New Diego Go di ज्बदक Alfred’s Anglican, Hope
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然后在3月29日星期天和我們一起參 月市政府將在環球圣節上舉 Domenica 17 dicembre, dalle 17.30 alle 21.30, Centro Civico di Whitehorse, 加可持續美食佳釀博覽會，時間為上 辦多元文化社區慶祝活動， Nunawading 午10點至下午4點，地點在博士上市 時間為3月15日星期天中午12點
至下午5點，地點在納納瓦丁市 Prendi la tua famiglia e gli amici, 政中心草坪上，地址：379-397 prepara il cesto da pic-nic e recati Whitehorse ai pittoreschiRoad, prati Nunawading。歡 del centro civico 迎大家來欣賞精彩的世界音樂舞蹈 di Nunawading per i Canti di Natale 表演，屆時有美食、社區攤位、免 annuali di Whitehorse. 費畫臉譜、乘坐游戲、蹦蹦城堡、 Partecipa a questo evento magico e 文化游戲，還有小尼克、探險者朵 unisciti ai famosi intrattenitori Tim 拉、蒂亞戈加油中的人物出場！ Campbell e Michelle Serret-Cursio che insieme sul palco eseguiranno alcuni divertenti classici di Natale. Le bellissime voci del coro comunitario di Box Hill Chorale diletteranno il pubblico, mentre il super-gruppo composto dalle chiese
ΜΗΝΙΑΙΑ ΕΝΗΜΕΡΩΣΗ ΧΡΙΣΤΟΥΓΕΝΝΙΑΤΙΚΑ ΚΑΛΑΝΤΑ ΣΤΟ WHITEHORSE TΚαι την Κυριακή 29 Μαρτίου υτό το μήνα ο Δήμος γιορτάζει Κυριακή 17 Δεκεμβρίου, 5.30 μ.μ.-9.30 μ.μ., Whitehorse Civicμας Centre, NunawadingFood συναντήσετε στο Sustainable την πολυπολιτισμική σας and Wine Fair από τις 10πμ μέχρι κοινότητα Globalκαι Fiesta Μαζέψτε τηνστο οικογένεια τους την φίλους η συνδυασμένη μεγάλη ομάδα από την τις 4μμ στο Δημαρχείο BoxτηHill, Κυριακή 15 Μαρτίου τις 12 σας, ετοιμάστε το καλάθι από σας πικνίκ καιτο αγγλικανική εκκλησία του Stτου Alfred, Νέα 1022 Whitehorse Road, Box Hill. Το μεσημέρι μέχρι τις 5μμ στους κήπους κατευθυνθείτε προς το όμορφο χορτάρι Ελπίδα των Βαπτιστών και τις Εκκλησίες πανηγύρι θαθα παρουσιάσει επίδειξη Nunawading Civic Centre, της περιοχής Nunawading Civic379-397 Precinct Μια Κοινότητα παρουσιάσουν ένα μαγειρικής, διαγωνισμούς, βιώσιμο Whitehorse Road, Nunawading. για τα ετήσια Χριστουγεννιάτικα κάλαντα παραδοσιακό έργο της θείας Γέννησης. φαγητό, προϊόντα στο Whitehorse. υπάρχεικρασί επίσηςκαι επίσκεψη απόγια τονδοκιμή Άϊ Ελάτε και απολαύστε συναρπαστικές Θα και αγορά, δραστηριότητες παιδιών και Βασίλη, καθώς και ψυχαγωγία για τα παιδιά, παραστάσεις Λάβετε μέρος σ’παγκόσμιας αυτή τη μαγικήμουσικής εκδήλωση άλλα. αναψυκτικά, κεριά προς πώληση και δώρα. καιδείτε χορού, και τουςγευστική δημοφιλείςκουζίνα, ψυχαγωγούς
κοινοτικά περίπτερα, βαφή Tim Campbell και Michelleδωρεάν Serret-Cursio προσώπων, βόλτες,τηκάστρο για καθώς θα μοιραστούν σκηνή για να παρουσιάσουν ορισμένα κλασικά και άλματα, πολιτισμικά παιχνίδια Χριστουγεννιάτικα τραγούδια. Η κοινοτική ειδική παρουσίαση από τον Nick χορωδία Box Hill Chorale θα ευχαριστήσει Jr.s Dora τον Εξερευνητή και τον Go το κοινόGo! με τις υπέροχες φωνές της, ενώ Diego
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िेने के वलए मोम्बवतियाँ हरोंगी। Da marzo si possono anche presentare और अवधक जानकारी le domande per i Contributi comunitari. Se fate parte di un gruppo 9262 6333, www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au servizi alla याno-profit Facebookche पर fornisce ‘Whitehorse Festival Comunità di Whitehorse potete avere Season’ को फलॉलो करें diritto a un contributo. Contattate il Comune per maggiori informazioni.
政廳，地址：1022 Whitehorse Road, di St Alfred’s Anglican, New Hope Box Hill。博覽會上有烹飪表演、比 Baptist and One Community eseguirà 賽、品嘗和購買可持續美食佳釀及其 la tradizionale recita della natività. Ci 他產品，還有兒童活動及其他活動。 sarà anche una visita da parte di Babbo Natale, oltre ad intrattenimento per 3月份可開始遞交社區撥款申請。如果 bambini, rinfreschi, candele in vendita e 您屬于一個為白馬市社區服務的非盈 omaggi. 利組織，您也許有資格申領撥款。聯 絡市政府了解詳情。 Ulteriori informazioni 9262 6333, www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au o seguire “Whitehorse Festival Season” su Facebook
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दफर रसववार 29 मार्क को हमारे िाथि Box ि महीने काउं सिल Nunawading Hill Town Hall, 1022 Whitehorse Civic Centre lawns, 379-397 時間︰12月17日星期日下午5.30 - 晚上9.30地點︰Whitehorse Civic Centre, Road, Box Hill पर िु ब ह 10 बजे िे लेकर शाम Whitehorse Road, Nunawading पर Nunawading 4 बजे तक रलने वाले िुससथिर खाद्य-पिाथि्क रसववार 15 मार्क को िोपहर 12 बजे िे 教會組成的超級劇團則會表演傳統耶穌 एवं वाइन मेले (िसटेनेबल फू ड एंड वाइन ले邀請你的家人和朋友，自備你的野餐 कर शाम 5 बजे तक गलोबल फीएसट पर 提籃前來風景如畫的Nunawading Civic फे誕生戲劇。還有聖誕老人來訪，兒童娛 यर) में भाग लें। इि मेले में खाना पकाने की हमारे बहु-िांसककृ सतक िमुिाय का िमारोह Precinct草坪欣賞每年的白馬市聖誕頌 樂、精美茶點、蠟燭售賣和贈品。 प्रिश्क सनयाँ, प्रसतयोसगताएँ, नमूने के तौर पर मना रही है। ककृ पया पधारें और सवश्व िंगीत 歌晚會。 खाने के सलए िुससथिर खाद्य-पिाथि्क, वाइन और एवं नकृतय के रोरक प्रिश्कनों, मुह ँ में पानी लाने 更多訊息︰ उतपाि, बच्ों की गसतसवसधयाँ तथिा और भी 參與這項迷人活動可讓大家分享著 वाले व्ंजनों, िामुिासयक सटालों, सन:शुलक कई काय्क कलाप शासमल होंगे। 和 Michelle 6333 फे 名演藝者Tim ि पेंटटंग, झूलों,Campbell जम्पंग कॉिल, िांसककृ सतक 電話9262 網址www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au 或在 खेSerret-Cursio在舞台上演出的好些有趣 लों और सनक जूसनयि्क डोरा दि एकिपलोरर िामु िासयक अनुिान आवेिन (क्युसनटी गांट 聖誕經典。Box Hillसवशे Chorale社區唱詩班 Facebook 上跟隨‘Whitehorse Festival और गो सडएगो गो की ि उपससथिसत का एपलीके शन) भी मार्क में खुलेंगे। यदि आप 的美麗歌聲將帶給聽眾無比的喜悅， Season’ आननि लें! दकिी लाभ-सनरपेक्ष िमूह का भाग हैं जो 而 St Alfred’s Anglican、 New Hope Baptist 和One Community Churches
वहाइटहॉि क्युसनटी को िेवाएँ प्रिान करता है तो ऐिा हो िकता है दक आप गांट के पात्र हों। और असधक सववरण के सलए काउं सिल िे िंपक्क करें ।
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Ward news
DECEMBER 2017
These pages aim to provide you with an insight into projects and activities that your Ward Councillors are involved in. CENTRAL WARD Cr Andrew Munroe 0429 138 140 andrew.munroe@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
Cr Denise Massoud 0409 230 499 denise.massoud@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
By Cr Denise Massoud
Cricket nets at Mahoneys Reserve Council recently upgraded cricket nets at Mahoneys Reserve, Forest Hill. In heavy rain there was a significant risk with water pooling in the nets and mud in the run-up area. I visited the Nunawading Cricket Club recently to view the outcome. The run up area is much improved and the
cricket nets can be used safely even in the wetter winter months. This is important as there has been significant growth in club membership and the number of teams, especially female players. Local Queen's Scout awarded
Blackburn Lake Sanctuary Visitors’ Centre
In early 2018 Blackburn Lake Sanctuary Visitors’ Centre will undergo a refurbishment to support a wide range of community activities including the education program Council delivers at the Centre.
I was privileged to attend the Queen’s Scout award ceremony for Caitlin Hurly. Caitlin is a fine example of a young Whitehorse citizen and completed many challenges to earn this honour. Caitlin’s family has been connected to scouting for over four generations and her great grandfather was a friend of Lord Baden Powell. Some of this history from World War I with Lord Baden Powell was on display at the event and I am pleased this will be shared with local historians.
Ward Forum
Events
businesses. We are fortunate to have such a vibrant and diverse business community. Well done to the Whitehorse Business Group and congratulations to all award recipients.
I would like to invite our Central Ward residents to join myself and Cr Andrew Munroe for a brief ward forum and catch-up on Sunday 10 December from 5pm-6pm at the Blackburn Lake Sanctuary Visitors Centre. Refreshments will be provided. As Christmas is almost upon us we hope you can drop in to say hello. I wish you all a safe and happy Christmas and New Year season with your friends and family.
Above: Cr Andrew Munroe, Caitlin Hurly and Cr Denise Massoud. Left: David Cowell with Cr Massoud at Mahoneys Reserve.
ELGAR WARD Cr Tina Liu 0418 121 357 tina.liu@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
Cr Blair Barker 0459 857 280 blair.barker@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
By Cr Tina Liu
How time flies! The last 12 months have been productive, engaging and informative. I have enjoyed meeting and speaking with the many residents and community groups and listening and taking on board your feedback. As we move into a new year, I look forward to continuing to work with you all towards a better Whitehorse.
I recently had the pleasure of attending a number of functions, including: • Box Hill Reporter District Cricket Association Season Launch – it was a great night and lovely to also see some familiar faces from our extended Whitehorse cricket family. • The Box Hill Chinese Senior Citizens Club celebrated their 30th anniversary at the Box Hill Town Hall, with a huge community turnout. What a wonderful milestone to reach! • Whitehorse Business Group hosted the annual Business in Excellence Gala Dinner to a packed house at Vogue Ballroom. The evening celebrated and recognised the achievements of Whitehorse
In closing, I wish everyone an enjoyable and safe festive season – see you in the New Year! All the best and until next time, Tina
• It was an honour and privilege to once again attend the Remembrance Day Ceremony at Box Hill Gardens, hosted by the Box Hill R.S.L. Growing up in Box Hill I also had the pleasure of presenting my recollections of ‘Growing Up in Box Hill’ at the Box Hill Historical Society. As a Box Hill local, it was a fond trip down memory lane. I would like to thank Box Hill Historical Society for the invitation and opportunity to share my experiences growing up in the area which I now – with great honour – represent.
Above: Cr Liu (centre) with members of the Box Hill Historical Society (including former councillors Marj Morgan OAM (left of Cr Liu) and Helen Harris OAM (right of Cr Liu).
MORACK WARD Cr Bill Bennett 0409 195 530 bill.bennett@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
Cr Raylene Carr 0400 886 889 raylene.carr@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
By Cr Bill Bennett
together to achieve a space where local residents could grow their own crops. I had the pleasure of helping to unveil the heritage sign telling the story of this fantastic initiative. If you haven’t already done so, I would encourage you to take a walk around the many plots and be amazed at the variety of vegetables and flowers grown by our residents.
Nunawading Community Gardens
Whitehorse Business Safety and Security Expo
The Nunawading Community Gardens in Jolimont Road, Forest Hill, recently celebrated their 40th Anniversary with a fantastic open day. This was the first community garden in Australia and was established on Council land with the efforts of a local Councillor, Council officers and dedicated volunteers working
This expo focused on practical ideas to protect our local businesses and promote community safety. Well known crime journalist and author John Silvester was a keynote speaker. Detective Sergeant Scott Dwyer from the Eastern Region Crime Squad was also a guest speaker and was able to explain many anti-theft processes.
At the end of the evening I was able to thank everyone involved with this initiative and officially launch our annual Think Local Buy Local campaign to support local businesses in Whitehorse. Whitehorse Sports Awards This is always a great night celebrating excellence in all aspects of community sport, not just athletes, but also the parents, volunteers, officials and coaches. I was further reminded of the part sport plays in our lives with the 50th anniversary of Whitehorse Little Athletics recently celebrated at the Bill Sewart Athletics Track in East Burwood. I was privileged to assist with handing out Life Membership Awards. Wishing you all a safe and happy Christmas. Until next time, Bill
Above: Cr Bennett presenting the Team of the Year Award to Whitehorse United Soccer Club – Senior Men's Team. (l-r) Merv Hughes (Australian Cricket legend), Luke Marrone (Whitehorse United Soccer Club) and Cr Bill Bennett.
Ward news
DECEMBER 2017
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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. RIVERSDALE WARD Cr Sharon Ellis 0419 397 194 sharon.ellis@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
5pm, and the concert starts at 6pm. Both events are popular, especially the free rides for children. Whitehorse Festival Season events
Cr Andrew Davenport (Mayor) 0407 652 145 andrew.davenport@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
To stay up to date on Whitehorse Festival Season events, follow our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ WhitehorseFestivalSeason
By Cr Andrew Davenport
New equipment at Aqualink Box Hill
Festive season events
New Precor cardio equipment has been installed at Aqualink Box Hill, which allows you to watch TV and listen to music as you train. The cardio equipment also interacts with an app on your mobile which allows you to track past fitness sessions.
On 17 December, Council is hosting a Carols event at Nunawading Civic Centre. Free rides commence at 4.30pm with the concert starting at 5.30pm. Australia Day Whitehorse City Council is pleased to celebrate Australia Day. Free rides start at
Art Shows Over the last month, I have attended
a number of art shows. One was the exhibition opening of Edwina Marion’s work, undertaken as part of the Artist In Resident program at the Box Hill Community Arts Centre. The aim of the Artist in Residence program is to support an emerging or established artist while providing them the opportunity to develop their artistic practice in a vibrant, supportive arts facility.
the precinct, as parking concerns. It was also good to see ex-councillor Robert Chong at the event, as he is still active in promoting Box Hill.
Box Hill – Meeting with ABAW In November, I was pleased to attend a meeting with the Asian Business Association of Whitehorse (ABAW) committee to discuss local business’ aspirations on how to make Box Hill a more vibrant centre. We talked about place-making and night activation of
Above: Cr Davenport preparing to raise the Australian Flag.
Walker Park
Yarran Dheran Visitors Centre
Council is currently working with sporting clubs at Walker Park, Nunawading, to develop a scoping and concept plan for development of the pavilion. I know that many users feel that the facilities are becoming inadequate for current and future needs, especially with the growth in women's participation in sports like cricket and football.
Council is currently reviewing the functionality and serviceability of the Visitor Centre to ensure education programs are supported. The Yarran Dheran advisory committee is working closely with Council on this review.
SPRINGFIELD WARD Cr Ben Stennett 0448 375 937 ben.stennett@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
the Ottoman trenches. It is iconic of the Australian spirit of daring, boldness and courage. We will remember. Lest We Forget. Ward Forum
Cr Prue Cutts 0409 867 540 prue.cutts@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
By Cr Ben Stennett
Remembrance Day With Councillor Prue Cutts, I attended the memorial service at Halliday Park, Mitcham. This year is particularly significant for Australia, as we mark 100 years since the "Battle of Beersheba" where around 175 members of the Australian Light Horse staged an audacious frontal assault on
Last month Councillor Cutts and I held ward forums to meet with residents and discuss important local matters, and provide updates from Council. We intend to run these once per quarter. If you would like to be notified by email when the next forum will be held, please contact me so I can add your name to our mailing list! We will also continue to advertise these forums in our Ward Column in the Whitehorse News and distribute flyers in the community.
21 Wattle Valley Road, Mitcham Council purchased this land a number of years ago to develop public open space. Council is working on a feasibility study for development of this site, which backs onto the neighbouring parkland including the pedestrian access into Yarran Dheran Nature Reserve.
Parking permits in Whitehorse P
arking permits ensure that there is fair and equitable access to parking, whether in residential streets or shopping strips or other in demand areas.
Types of parking permits in Whitehorse include: Residential parking permit The residential parking permit scheme exists in some areas of the city so that residents (and their visitors) have on-street parking options close to their home. Disabled parking permit Holders of Category 1 Disabled Parking Permits (blue) can park in: • Any Council parking bay at no charge, provided they observe parking restrictions relevant to their permit and the conditions of the parking bay
Holders of Category 2 Disabled Parking Permits (green) can park in any ordinary parking bay for double the period shown on the parking sign and payment of any initial applicable fee. They cannot park in a designated disabled parking bay. Holders of all disabled parking permits must clearly display their permit in their vehicle. Trader parking permits Trader parking permits are available for many shopping and business areas in Whitehorse, including Bennetswood shopping strip (Bronte Road), Brentford Square and Britannia Mall.
• Any ordinary parking bay for double the period shown on the parking sign
More information and to apply
• Any designated disabled parking bay for the stipulated time displayed on the parking sign
www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/Parking-Permits.html
Above: Yarran Dheran Reserve
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Community news
DECEMBER 2017
TUESDAY 5 DECEMBER
International Volunteer Day
Meals on Wheels volunteers needed!
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We are looking for committed, caring, enthusiastic, flexible, positive people with exceptional communication skills to assist in the delivery of Meals on Wheels. You will volunteer at either our Box Hill or Nunawading distribution centre.
Councillor Blair Barker said that volunteering is something that anyone – of any age, ability or background – can do.
Volunteers can apply to be either a driver or a 'jockey'. Shifts are approximately two hours, starting from 10.30am.
“In fact, over six million Australians give their time, skills and energy as volunteers,” said Cr Barker.
More information
“The City of Whitehorse has a healthy and vibrant volunteering culture with volunteering being an important part of the lives of many people living in Whitehorse. Almost 40 per cent of Whitehorse residents regularly volunteer their time, skills and energy in some way.”
kim.rosenfeld@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
nternational Volunteer Day is a time to recognise the enormous contribution that volunteers and volunteer organisations make to our communities.
Council engages approximately 350 volunteers in a variety of Council volunteering programs. These include delivered meals, Parkland Advisory Committees, education programs, Whitehorse Youth Representative and Freeza Committees, Artspace volunteers, Disability Advisory Committee, Reconciliation Advisory Committee and Whitehorse Interfaith Network. Without our volunteers, Council would not be able to deliver such a wide breadth of quality services and programs to our residents.
Right: Cr Blair Barker (centre) who volunteers as a junior cricket coach, with Meals on Wheels volunteers Ivan Hastings and Alan Mee.
This International Volunteer Day, we encourage you to celebrate volunteering and recognise the essential contribution that volunteers make to our community, our country and our world.
12 CLASSES TO CHRISTMAS
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he lead up to Christmas is jam packed with fun as festive fitness arrives at Aqualink!
All members at Aqualink Nunawading and Aqualink Box Hill are invited to take part in 12 CLASSES TO CHRISTMAS.
Aqualink is well known for its many programs to help members maintain their motivation, develop great exercise routines and have fun – because exercise shouldn’t be a chore!
There are weekly prizes on offer at each centre and the major prize draw includes two $500 Coles/Myer vouchers.
Weekly prizes
It’s simple to take part – in each week leading up to Christmas, all you have to do is complete three different group fitness classes.
2 x one month free memberships each week
From cycle to Pilates, BodyPump to meditation, you can do as many classes as you like to increase your chance of winning. Collect your 12 CLASSES TO CHRISTMAS flyer from reception and join us as we burn festive party calories with you all the way to Christmas.
Major Prizes 2 x $500 Coles/Myer gift cards (drawn 27 Dec 2017) More information www.aqualink.com.au
COMMUNITY BRIEFS Bungalook Nursery celebrating 30 years Barbeque Luncheon Friday 15 December, 12 noon 63-107 Fulton Rd, Blackburn South
Whitehorse’s only not-for-profit community nursery is inviting friends, visitors and customers from the past 30 years to a BBQ luncheon to celebrate their 30th anniversary. Since 1987, the nursery has produced thousands of indigenous plants for Whitehorse bushland parks, schools, government and council agencies and the community. Enquiries wcipp@yahoo.com.au Margaret – 9878 5998 RSVP not necessary, but would assist with catering.
Mitcham Junior Football Club The Mitcham Junior Football Club is one of the most active clubs in Whitehorse, running a number of school clinics and supporting school fetes and other community events. This hard work has seen tremendous growth in their teams. In 2014, they fielded five teams but in 2018 they are aiming for 18 teams as well as 110 Auskickers. Whitehorse City Council has supported their recent growth by allocating Koonung Oval as a second playing and training venue. The Club welcomes players in all age groups with boys from U8 to U17. They particularly want more girls playing football and encourage any girls from U10 to U18 to join if they are interested in playing and learning football skills in a fun and supportive environment. All new players receive free registration and get a free hoody (a $230 saving). More information www.mitchamjfc.com Facebook/Mitcham Jfc
Arts and culture
DECEMBER 2017
join global fiesta 2018 Global Fiesta is a celebration of Australia’s great diversity – in culture, traditions, food, music and art. Whitehorse City Council is looking for local, culturally-diverse community and social groups and non-for-profit organisations to be a part of the 2018 Whitehorse Global Fiesta.
from Council’s website at www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ Global-Fiesta.html
Global Fiesta is Council’s Harmony Day event, and as always, the event will feature an exciting mix of entertainment, dancing, music, food, games, art and craft from around the world.
More information
The popular annual event provides a fabulous opportunity for local performing arts groups to share and showcase their skills and flair on stage, while community and social groups can raise awareness, fundraise and increase membership numbers. How to get involved If your community, social or performing arts group would like to take part, complete an Expression of Interest (EOI) form and submit to Council by Friday 16 February 2018.
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sunday 18 march 12 noon to 4pm box hill gardens
9262 6101 or rosemary.sheehan@ whitehorse.vic.gov. au (Community Diversity Officer) 9262 6352 or hannah.milne@ whitehorse.vic.gov.au (Events Officer)
EOI forms can be completed online or by hard copy
SUMMER SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES Box Hill Community Arts Centre (BHCAC)
Sportlink Vermont
When: Thursday 18 – Thursday 25 January Bookings: 9895 8888 For full list of activities, visit www.bhcac.com.au
Kelly Sports School Holiday Program
These school holidays, children can discover sculpting in clay, wheel work, painting, cooking, drawing, weaving and much more at BHCAC. In these hands-on workshops, little imaginations can run wild, explore and have loads of fun. View our exciting range of courses on our website and book early as places fill quickly. Details will also be in the January edition of Whitehorse News. Council’s ParksWide Nature Play Program Bookings: search “ParksWide Whitehorse” at www.eventbrite.com.au Cost: all events are free
Details of the holiday program will be released later in December. Visit www. whitehorse.vic.gov.au/SustainabilityEvents.html for details.
When: Weekdays Monday 8 January – Thursday 25 January, 8am-5.30pm (1/2 and full day options) Ages: 4-12 years Cost: $50 per day Bookings: www.sportlink.org.au/ School-Holiday-Programs.html
Kelly Sports programs at Sportlink are designed to help kids develop core skills for a variety of sports including soccer, footy, cricket, hockey, basketball and crazy games, as well as special karate and dancing clinics. There is also time off-court in the air-conditioned multipurpose room for breaks, game time and arts and craft activities. For children of all abilities. Kelly Sports is a registered childcare provider and receipts can be issued on request to submit for childcare benefits. Morack Golf Course
Details will also be in the January edition of Whitehorse News.
Beginner and Intermediate Junior Golf Camp
Aqualink Box Hill
When: Monday 8 January – Thursday 11 January, 9am-10am Cost: $100 for all four sessions Bookings: www.morackgolf.com.au
Chill Zone When: Monday 8 – Thursday 25 January, 12.30pm-4pm Cost: Free with cost of child's entry ($5.50 for 5-15 years).
Have fun on the tarzan rope, diveboards and inflatable. Aqualink Nunawading Chill Zone When: Monday 8 – Thursday 25 January 12.30pm-1.15pm – Small Inflatable 1.15pm-2:15pm – Giant Inflatable 2:15pm-3pm – Tarzan Rope Cost: free with cost of child's entry ($5.50 for 5-15 years).
Open to girls and boys aged 6 to 16 years. Monday 8 January · Full swing lesson working with your irons · Supervised practice session Tuesday 9 January · Full swing lesson working with your irons and driver · Supervised practice session Wednesday 10 January · Chipping and putting · Fun challenge and putting competition · Supervised practice session Thursday 11 January · GoGo Golf Tournament
A NEW YEAR OF ENTERTAINMENT FOR THEATRE AND MUSIC LOVERS! The Whitehorse Centre’s 2018 program will be unveiled online on Wednesday 6 December. Theatre goers are sure to be enthralled by an exciting season brimming with remarkable theatrical experiences, renowned musical performers and hilarious comedy. As always, we will also be staging several gorgeous children’s shows so you can introduce the kids to the magic of live theatre. To read all the details visit www.whitehorsecentre.com.au from Wednesday 6 December.
IT’S GOLF – MADE EASIER!
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he new Morack Short Course is perfect for junior golfers, beginners or anyone keen to enjoy a shortened form of the game. Holes have been cut in distance in the Short Course, so that golfers can navigate fairways with ease. A special scorecard has been created which gives the adjusted distances along with some relaxed rules.
THE PERFECT GIFT Swing by Morack Golf Course in December to pick up the perfect Christmas gift for the golfer in your family! Gift vouchers are available and can be used for anything including golf fees, hire equipment such a motorised carts, gear from the Pro shop or golf lessons with a PGA professional!
The Short Course is ideal for families, with young kids to grandparents encouraged to play together. If you’re completely new to the game you can even hire all types of clubs from the Pro Shop, seven days a week. So why not give it a try! More information Morack and East Roads, Vermont South 9801 4479 www.morackgolf.com.au Right: The whole family can play on Morack's new Short Course
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What's on
DECEMBER 2017
Box Hill Community Arts Centre
Whitehorse Centre
Bookings Essential
Children Kids’ Christmas Art Day (6–12 yrs)
Spend a whole day being creative and making home-made, personalised decorations and embellishments for your Christmas Day celebrations! Activities include clay, craft and visual arts.
Box Hill Ballet Association presents The Match Girl
City of Whitehorse Band presents Christmas with the Band
Based on the classic Hans Christian Andersen tale, this performance will be accompanied by classical, jazz, contemporary and tap items, including a tribute to the famous painter and sculptor Edgar Degas.
The Band will be playing your favourite carols at their annual Christmas concert plus music from film, stage and big bands. Don’t miss this very popular festive event proudly supported by the City of Whitehorse.
Saturday 9 December, 2pm and 7.30pm Full $27, Conc $22, Child (U16) $17
Monday 18 December, 8pm Full $20, Conc $15
Saturday 16 December, 9.30am-3.15pm Cost: $61 / 1 day
Rear of 397 Whitehorse Road Nunawading Phone: Box Office 9262 6555 www.whitehorsecentre.com.au
Adults Cheese Making: Camembert for Christmas Come and join this fun cheese making class and learn how to make fetta and camembert in your own home kitchen! Class includes recipes and your own samples of cheese to take home. Materials list will be provided.
LIBRARY EVENTS Gender equity story time Nunawading Library, Tuesday 5 December, 11am-12pm Blackburn Library, Thursday 7 December, 11am-12pm Box Hill Library, Friday 8 December, 11am-12pm
Sunday 3 December, 10am-4pm Cost: $99 / 1 day
As part of the 16 days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence campaign we will be including special storytimes to encourage respect and equality in our community. These storytimes are designed for families with preschool children aged 3-5.
470 Station Street Box Hill Phone: 9895 8888 www.bhcac.com.au
Conversation Circle at Box Hill Box Hill Library, Saturdays 2, 9 and 16 December, 2pm-2.45pm Practise general English language skills in a relaxed, friendly and safe environment. Meet other adults who are learning English. People from all cultural backgrounds welcome
Reflection: An Australian Quilts in Public Places exhibition
quilts from Australian Quilts in Public Places. Don’t miss a selection of artists demonstrating different techniques at 2pm each Saturday during the exhibition. Bookings advised on 9262 6250 or artspace@whitehorse.vic.gov.au.
Finishing 21 December Continuing into December is the spectacular display of original art
Located at Box Hill Town Hall, 1022 Whitehorse Road, Box Hill
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2. How often do you receive Whitehorse News in your mail box?
6. Demographics
Every month
Rarely
Are you:
Every couple of months
Never
Male
Female
Other/prefer not to say
A couple of times per year
Can’t say/not sure
17 or under
18-24 years
25-34 years
35-49 years
50-64 years
64+ years
3. How frequently would you prefer to receive a print version of Whitehorse News? Monthly
Bi-monthly
Do not want print version
Quarterly
Thank you for your feedback
Can’t say/unsure
4. How would you prefer to receive Whitehorse News? (please select only one) Print version in mail box
Email version
Print version collected at community centres/libraries etc Online version via download from website Comments (optional)
Postcode:
Other (please comment)
Please mail this survey to: Editor, Whitehorse News Whitehorse City Council Locked Bag 2, Nunawading DC VIC 3131 Or complete the survey online at: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/Whitehorse-News.html