Whitehorse News March 2023

• Working for Whitehorse Meet Infrastructure Cleansing Officer Jackie Perkins.

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▪ Monday 27 March, 7pm

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Mayor’s message

Cr Mark Lane

Welcome to the March edition of Whitehorse News.

Acknowledgement of Country

Whitehorse City Council acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung people of the Kulin Nation as the traditional owners of the land. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.

Translation services

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One constant in our municipality is change. What are now bustling roads and transport networks were once orchards and farms, where artists would come in the late 1800s for an idyllic weekend of camping and painting. While we still enjoy beautiful green spaces, creeks and parks in our municipality, it’s clear Whitehorse is getting busier.

I’d like to acknowledge that a number of our residents and businesses have been and are continuing to live with disruption. The Victorian Government’s Level Crossing Removal Project at Mont Albert and Surrey Hills

Level Crossing Removal Project –Disruption Update

On Friday 17 February, the Level Crossing Removal Project (LXRP) began their threemonth ‘Big Dig’, which is the final stage of works to remove the level crossings at Union Road, Surrey Hills and Mont Albert Road, Mont Albert.

Union Road and Mont Albert Road will be closed at the level crossing until early May as crews work to remove the crossings and build the new Union Station.

During this period, a local shuttle bus service will connect locals on both sides of the rail corridor and to the shopping precincts. It will also connect to rail replacement bus services.

has seen the closure of the Belgrave and Lilydale train lines until late May. Removing level crossings has many benefits, from safety of road and train users, train frequency, to traffic flow impacts for everyone including emergency services vehicles. Thank you for your patience as the state government undertakes these works. Within Whitehorse, we will see other Big Build projects in our patch in coming years, including the Suburban Rail Loop in Box Hill and Burwood and the North East Link. We continue to advocate for as many improvements as possible, and for the impacts to be mitigated wherever possible.

There will be many disruptions to public transport during this time. Visit www.ptv.vic.gov.au to plan your trip around these disruptions:

▪ Trains travelling towards Lilydale and Belgrave will not stop at Surrey Hills Station

▪ Buses will replace trains on sections of the Belgrave and Lilydale line

▪ Mont Albert station and Surrey Hills station will permanently close

Visit the link below for further information on disruptions, or text UMA to 0459 067 028 to receive disruption information via SMS.

L More information: www.bigbuild.vic.gov.au/ disruptions/mont-albertdisruptions

Play all year round at the new and improved Sportlink!

The Sportlink redevelopment project is complete! Construction wrapped up in late February, and the revamped site will be ready for use this month.

The $8.6 million redevelopment was jointly funded by Whitehorse City Council and the Commonwealth Government’s Community Development Grants program, from which Council received $1.5 million.

One of the highlights of this project is the new roof that has been constructed over the outdoor courts and spectator seating, transforming the space into an all-weather venue (see image). The outdoor courts have also been upgraded with an acrylic surface, providing better traction, as well as new and improved lighting.

“Sportlink is used and loved by the community and many sporting groups. These upgrades will allow for extended hours of play and will enhance the experience for both players and spectators,” said Terrara Ward Councillor Raylene Carr.

“The renewed courts can accommodate a wide range of sports and activities from basketball, netball, skating and even roller sports.”

Smarter Living

Join Whitehorse and Manningham City Councils in the Smarter Living events between now and November.

Other key elements of the redevelopment include:

▪ Landscaping works

▪ Improved drainage

▪ Environmentally sustainable design elements, including 300 solar panels on the stadium roof and rainwater harvesting

▪ Upgraded emergency management infrastructure inside the facility

▪ Sealing of the gravel car park next to Livingstone Primary School

The redevelopment of Sportlink supports Council’s Recreation Strategy 2015-2024 and Whitehorse Health and Wellbeing Plan 2021-2025.

Try out the new outdoor courts with some friends or your sporting group by making a booking on the Sportlink website, or by calling (03) 9847 7111. You can also book out the indoor courts and multi-purpose rooms.

L More information: www.sportlink.org.au/ sportlinkredevelopment

Construction of the new pavilion at Heatherdale Reserve is complete!

This project involved demolishing the previous pavilion, which had reached the end of its useful life and no longer met the needs of tenant clubs, Heatherdale Cricket Club and Heathmont Jets Junior Football Club.

The renewed pavilion has the following features:

▪ A multi-purpose room

▪ A kitchen

▪ Multiple change rooms

▪ More amenities

The new space has a number of Environmentally Sustainable Design features, such as double glazed external windows, a rainwater harvesting tank for toilet flushing and recycled bricks.

“This highly anticipated pavilion will be a huge benefit to tenant clubs but the wider community. We hope that the clubrooms will be used by community groups, who can utilise the expandable multi-purpose social area week days during school times,” said Deputy Mayor Prue Cutts, who represents Simpson Ward.

“We’re also excited that the new amenities will cater for greater female participation in sport, and are a significant improvement on what was there previously.” This approximately $5.1 million project was jointly funded by Council ($2.9 million), the Commonwealth Government ($2 million) and Sport and Recreation Victoria ($200,000).

Council is seeking feedback on the name of the new pavilion. Have your say at the link below. Feedback closes on 12 March.

L More information: yoursay.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/heatherdale-reserve

Sunday 5 March was Clean Up Australia Day.

Did you participate in a clean up event?

The Smarter Living program focuses on delivering workshops throughout the year that highlight simple, low waste living. Events feature thrifty living experts, change makers, gardeners and foodies sharing their stories, practical advice and secrets to smarter living.

We’d love to see your photos! Send a photo of how you participated this year to greenercity@ whitehorse.vic.gov.au to go in the draw to win a $100 Biome gift voucher.

L More information: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/smarterliving

Working for Whitehorse

Wednesday 8 March is International Women’s Day (IWD). At Whitehorse, we’re passionate about gender equity and fortunate to have women represented across all levels of our organisation.

Jackie Perkins is a Gym Instructor turned Infrastructure Cleansing Officer.

Jackie has been employed at Whitehorse for more than 15 years. A keen athlete who competed in the Olympics as a long-distance runner, she fit in easily among the fitness junkies at Aqualink, making a career as a Gym Instructor. That was until 2020, when COVID hit…

“During COVID, I was redeployed to infrastructure cleansing and I just loved the freedom of it, as well as being outside,” said Jackie.

“After lockdown, I went back to my job as Gym Instructor for a while, but ended up moving back to Infrastructure Cleansing and have been working there ever since.”

Celebrating women’s contributions to art and history

A typical day at work for Jackie begins at Box Hill Town Hall, where she picks up the Glutton (think a big vacuum designed for street sweeping) and traverses the streets of Box Hill, cleaning up any mess in sight. While out and about, she also gets rid of any pesky weeds and reports large amounts of dumped rubbish.

“Something residents may not realise is just how much rubbish we actually collect,” said Jackie.

“If somewhere looks particularly clean, that’s probably because one of us were there earlier that day to clean it!”

Jackie loves the autonomy her role provides, as well as the opportunity to be outside all day. While weather extremes can sometimes make the days a bit more difficult, Jackie enthusiastically takes it all in her stride.

“I love exercise, so it’s great to be on my feet all day, walking around our beautiful municipality.”

In honour of IWD, Council is excited to be hosting two incredible, female-centred exhibitions at Strathdon House and Box Hill Community Arts Centre.

Elizabeth and Mary: Orchard Wives. Extraordinary Women.

Elizabeth Fankhauser and Mary Matheson were born over a decade apart and never met. Yet they share a historic bond as wives, mothers, teachers and, between the 1890s and 1960s, as successive owners of the property now known as Strathdon House and Orchard in Forest Hill. This property has been newly restored and now operates workshops, classes, festivals and exhibitions.

To celebrate International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, we’re holding a new exhibition of photographs, records and stories, curated by our heritage volunteers. These incredible historical documents highlight the lives and work of these two extraordinary women. Step inside the original cottage that Elizabeth established, and Mary later expanded, to see how their separate contributions helped shape what is the last surviving orchard property in the City of Whitehorse.

Launch event: Wednesday 8 March, 5pm to 7pm; exhibition openThursday & Friday 10.00am-4.00pm, Saturday & Sunday 10.00am-3.00pm

Location: Strathdon House & Orchard Precinct, 449-465 Springvale Road, Forest Hill

Mish Graham: In Any Still Moment

Join us to celebrate this joyful exhibition on the evening of International Women’s Day, where you can meet the artist and learn about her process as she introduces this collection. Mish’s work is heavily intuitive, denoting themes of nature with authentic expression, vibrant colours and unapologetic mark-making. She aims to offer an invitation of consistent hope and an expansive space for you to experience authenticity and joy.

“Everything I love comes down to communication and creativity. Every piece is personal; the greatest gift is when it speaks to others.”

Launch event: Wednesday 8 March 7pm-9pm; Auslan interpreted; exhibition open Monday 27 February – Sunday 12 March

Location: Box Hill Community Arts Centre, 470 Station St, Box Hill

Council partnership supporting affordable home ownership in Whitehorse

As rental and mortgage costs continue to rise, Council recognises the importance of affordable housing and supporting our community of diverse backgrounds and incomes.

One way Council can assist in increasing the supply of affordable housing is by facilitating contributions from private sector developers through planning negotiations. In 2021, Council received a $1.5 million affordable housing contribution from a local developer. As a result of receiving the funds, Council entered into an agreement with National Affordable Housing Victoria to implement ‘BuyAssist’ in Whitehorse, which is the organisation’s innovative affordable home ownership program.

BuyAssist applies these funds as a shared equity contribution, supporting ten households in buying their own home in the municipality without requiring a deposit. The equity contribution comprises up to 30 per cent of the cost of the home, meaning households only need to borrow up to 70 per cent from a BuyAssist bank lender. There is no interest charged on the equity contribution and the household is solely named on the title, meaning they can enjoy all the benefits of homeownership. If the household eventually decides to sell their home or refinance their mortgage, they are required to repay the equity contribution, meaning that BuyAssist can repurpose those funds to help another Whitehorse household achieve homeownership.

Through this Council-facilitated program, BuyAssist has already supported one new homeowner in securing their first home in Box Hill late last year. Your household could be next; visit buyassistaustralia.com.au or call 1300 652 177 to find out if your household is eligible. BuyAssist currently has access to apartments in four new developments in Whitehorse.

Council undertakes several roles to help increase the supply of affordable housing and we are currently working through community feedback on our Draft Affordable Housing Policy. We will continue to facilitate contributions from developers, as well as advocate to the state government to increase the number of social housing opportunities across Whitehorse and work with community housing organisations to facilitate quality new supply.

L More information: yoursay.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/affordable-housing-policy

Have your say

Share your ideas and provide feedback on issues and projects that matter to you!

Register as a user on Your Say Whitehorse to receive notifications of new consultations.

To sign up to Your Say Whitehorse, visit yoursay.whitehorse.vic.gov.au

We want to hear from you – have your say today!

Council’s Quarterly Update

Council’s Quarterly Performance Report for October 2022-December

2022 was considered at a Council Meeting in February 2023.

The report provides the community with updates on our activities, future direction and how we’re performing towards our Council Plan 2021-2025 and Annual Budget 2022/2023.

Here are some of the highlights from this quarter:

▪ The Round was announced as the name for the redeveloped Whitehorse performing arts centre

▪ We upgraded four sports fields with new smart LED lighting solutions

▪ 81 young local creatives exhibited their artworks at the Youth Art Competition and Exhibition, hosted by Youth Connexions

▪ 21 out of 29 applications were allocated for the 2022/23 round of the Heritage Assistance Fund

▪ 148,000 community members attended Council festivals and events, including our Whitehorse Carols concert which was attended by 10,000 people

▪ Council partnered with Vermont South Neighbourhood House to ‘yarn bomb’ the wire garden fence in Brentford Square for the 16 Days of Activism events

▪ On Your Say Whitehorse, we received 2,250 submissions for the Open Space Strategy survey

▪ 1,641 new members joined Whitehorse libraries, which is a 56 per cent increase from the previous year

▪ More than 1,400 community members participated in the Whitehorse Seniors Festival

▪ 488 community members participated in consultation for the review of the Council Plan and 2023/24 Budget. This led to 499 projects and/or priority actions being identified for consideration in the 2023/24 budget.

To read all about Council’s performance for Quarter 2, visit the link below.

2023 Whitehorse Community Grants Program

There is still time to get your applications in for our 2023 Community Grants program –your community organisation can apply for for up to $10,000.

Our 2023 program is bigger and better than ever, with six new grant categories available to the community. These new funding categories are Diversity and Inclusivity, Environmental Sustainability, Health and Wellbeing, Creativity, Seed Funding and Positive Ageing activities. The program provides financial assistance to support not-for-profit and incorporated

organisations delivering services that make positive contributions and enhance the health and wellbeing of the Whitehorse community. These grants can help to purchase equipment or deliver projects, programs and initiatives.   Applications are open now until Thursday 6 April. Free information sessions and grant writing workshops are available too! Find out more at the link below.

L More information: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ grants-community

Harmony Day Concert

Sunday 19 March

We have all the world in our backyard: the rich cultural heritage of Whitehorse weaves a proud and colourful social fabric!

We’re pleased to present you an equally colourful Harmony Day Concert, with an incredible line-up of performers that will make your heart sing and your body move.

Come and enjoy powerful First Nations singer and musician Mitch Tambo on stage, supported by high-energy Super Mande Percussion Group, evocative and soulful Galareh Pour, and the mind-blowing Lion Dancers from Hung Gar Yau Shu.

‘Everyone Belongs’ at our free Harmony Day Concert and we want to see you there, celebrating our community and enjoying live music, workshops and activities, food trucks and dance performance.

Make a seed bomb, paint your part in the migratory-eel mural, watch (and taste!) some cooking demonstrations and witness the beautiful Chinese Women’s Dancing Group. You can also take a tour of Strathdon House itself.

We can’t wait to see you in our shared backyard.

Where: Strathdon House & Orchard Precinct 449-465 Springvale Road, Forest Hill

When: Sunday 19 March, 2pm to 5pm

Cost: Free

Parking: via Davy Lane, or hop on the bus, which stops just out the front (route #). Accessible parking and toilets will be available on site.

Performers:

▪ Mitch Tambo

▪ Super Mande Percussion

▪ Gelareh Pour

▪ Hung Gar Yau Shu – lion dance

▪ Victoria Hua Xin Chinese Women’s Association

Activities:

▪ Arts + crafts with Box Hill Community Arts Centre

▪ Making seed bombs

▪ Cooking demonstration: learn to make pizza and other meals with Scott Hitchins

Mitch Tambo Hung Gar Yau Shu Super Mande Percussion

Join a playgroup today

National Playgroup Week is from 23 March to 30 March. This is great time to learn more about playgroup by engaging with the fun and interactive activities these spaces offer.

Playgroups give families and children the opportunity to meet other people going through similar experiences, which can ease the isolation that comes from caring for young children. It’s also a great way to connect with your local community and find valuable health and support services near you.

Play provides children with opportunities to learn, experience, investigate and interact while creating meaning from the world around them. There’s a playgroup for everyone, and everyone is welcome! In Whitehorse, we have playgroups specifically for grandparents, LGBTQIA+ families and a variety of cultural playgrounds.

Visit the link below to find a playgroup near you. You can also contact Council’s Parent Resource Officer on 9262 6175 or at parentresource@ whitehorse.vic.gov.au

L More information: www.whitehorse.vic.gov. au/whitehorse-playgroups

Think Local Buy Local

In December 2022, artists took to Whitehorse’s shopping precincts and painted their unique designs on participating business windows.

We hope that our community enjoyed these custom designs whilst shopping locally. Did you see the festive windows?

Whether you were a participating business or resident passing by, we’d love to hear from you. Please take the time to provide your feedback at the link below.

L More information: yoursay.whitehorse.vic.gov. au/festive-window-evaluation-2022

New Amendment to the Whitehorse

Planning Scheme – Amendment C245Whse

The Minister for Planning is considering to prepare a new amendment to the Whitehorse Planning Scheme, named Amendment C245Whse.

This amendment proposes to:

▪ Apply a Specific Controls Overlay to facilitate a proposed development in the Box Hill Central North Masterplan, and make the associated changes to accommodate this development to the Whitehorse Planning Scheme.

▪ Include a new Incorporated Document titled Box Hill Central North Masterplan in the Whitehorse Planning Scheme

▪ Apply the Road Closure Overlay for the partial closure of Fairbank Lane in Box Hill (east of Nelson Road).

Youth ConneXions

Youth ConneXions is Whitehorse City Council’s youth information, support and referral centre based at Box Hill Central Shopping Centre.

Please note that Council is not the Planning Authority responsible for undertaking this amendment, meaning we do not have the authority to process submissions. If you would like to make an inquiry or submission, you must do so by contacting the Department of Transport and Planning directly via the state government’s ‘Have Your Say’ page at the link below. Here, you can also find further information and documentation relating to the amendment.

Submissions close at 5pm Monday 20 March.

L More information: www.planning. vic.gov.au/policy-and-strategy/ draft-amendment-c245whse

You can make a time to see one of the friendly Youth Workers between 1pm to 2pm.

If you can’t drop in for a visit, Youth Worker Support & referrals continue to be available over the phone, text, Facebook Messenger or Instagram:

Youth ConneXions contact details

Phone: 9898 9340

Email: youth.worker@whitehorse.vic.gov.au

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ YouthConneXions

The centre offers a comfortable and supportive environment for young people aged 12-25 to hang out, relax, find information or seek assistance with any issue they may have.

At the centre, you’ll find lots of fun activities like pool and table tennis tables, video games, movies, card games, a recording studio, musical instruments and equipment, arts and crafts, snacks and hot and cold drinks. Youth ConneXions is a safe, inclusive and supportive space that is open for drop-ins on weekdays between 2-5pm.

Instagram: www.instagram.com/ youthconnexions/

If you need crisis assistance

Kids Helpline – 1800 551 800

Lifeline – 13 11 14

Safe Steps – 1800 015 888 (Family Violence)

Image: School Holiday ProgramTerrarium Making Workshop

WHITHORSE PERFORMING ARTS

WHITEHORSE PERFORMING ARTS

THE WHARF REVUE –LOOKING FOR ALBANESE

Friday 14 April 7.30pm

Saturday 15 April 1.30pm & 7.30pm

It’s a new dawn, a new day, and a new captain at the helm of the ship of state. And what a state we’re in! Inflation, rising interest rates, conflict in Ukraine, climate disaster, culture wars, COVID 19-20-21-22-23, and a looming World War Three… Could things get any worse?

But there is a light on the horizon: The Wharf Revue is back! Inspired by the new national spirit of optimism that lasted for a week, the team are as keen as mustard to once again tackle the big-picture issues.

SEASON 2023

HIGHER POWER – MELBOURNE CHAMBER ORCHESTRA

Saturday 6 May 7.30pm

Across time and place, composers have been inspired to serve a vision, and pursue expression transcends words alone. You need to believe in a higher power experience it. We depart with in his relentless quest for perfection in the Brandenburg concertos, find Ross Edwards in one of tranquil and contemplative moods for Veni creator spiritus. Polyphonic Voices join MCO, inviting you choral music’s warm embrace.

Gather with us as a family of theatre and music lovers to experience connection through great live entertainment.

THEATRE AND MUSIC

SEASON 2023

To discover our full program, visit www.theround.com. au/professional-season

Presented at One Community, Blackburn

WALLFLOWERING

Friday 21 April 7.30pm

Saturday 22 April 1.30pm

VIVA ITALIA! LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL

Saturday 25 March 7.30pm

Virtuosi instrumentalists Jane Rutter and Giuseppe Zangari celebrate the music of Italy with classical masterpieces, dances and songs by Vivaldi, Giuliani, Paganini, Caccini, plus Ennio Morricone’s stunning Gabriel’s Oboe from The Mission — and more.

Wallflowering is a delightfully amusing and poignant play about the nature of marriage, the pursuit of happiness and the perfect foxtrot! Peg and Cliff Small, an ordinary, suburban, middle-aged couple were once prize-winning ballroom dancers. Their story is interspersed with ballroom dancing by a younger couple, who represent not only Peg and Cliff in their glory days, but also their romantic, idealised view of themselves.

MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL ROADSHOW

Tuesday 16 May 7.30pm

Australia’s ultimate comedy road Featuring the best and brightest 2023 Melbourne International Festival, we’re bringing the funny you! Get ready for a stellar line-up with Roadshow favourites alongside the most talked-about breakthrough stars of the moment, together jam-packed show.

MELBOURNE composers a spiritual expression that don’t power to with Bach perfection concertos, and his most moods Polyphonic you into embrace.

SPARROWS OF KABUL

Saturday 27 May 7.30pm

Fred Smith and band present this extraordinary song cycle on Australia’s involvement in Afghanistan, culminating in the dramatic evacuation from Kabul in August 2021. Great songs, vivid images and some cheeky Aussie humour combine to offer a vivid account of Australia’s Afghanistan story. Fred was the first Australian diplomat to be sent to Uruzgan Province in 2009 and a last to leave in 2013.

We are left with an admiration for the work of our soldiers and the courage and tenacity of thousands of Afghans who braved the human logjams at Kabul International Airport in a last-ditch dash for freedom.

To buy tickets and subscriptions or request a Season 2023 brochure, contact Whitehorse performing arts on 9262 6555 or visit www.theround.com.au

FAMILY SHOWS

Presented at Box Hill Town Hall

MIDWEEK MATINEES

Presented at Stairway, Vermont

INTERNATIONAL

ROADSHOW road trip!

brightest of the International Comedy funny to line-up alongside breakthrough together in one

THE SUNSHINE CLUB

Friday 7 July 7.30pm

Saturday 8 July 1.30pm

Set in 1946, this joyful and acclaimed musical tells the story of Aboriginal soldier Frank Doyle, returning home to Brisbane after serving in WW2 to find that, while the world may have changed, the same attitudes and prejudices still exist at home. Frank finds himself filled with a strong desire to change things for the better. By setting up The Sunshine Club, a place where all people are welcome to come together, laugh, romance and dance the night away, Frank sets out to win the heart of Rose, the girl from next door.

THE BEANIES EGG-STRAORDINARY DAY

Tuesday 18 April 1pm

Suitable for 3+ years

As seen on ABC Kids TV, The Beanies are live on stage! Come sing, dance and laugh in their giant box fort. But little do they know they’re about to face their biggest challenge ever - BABYSITTING… or should we say “egg-sitting”. Turns out it’s harder than it looks: the trio argue about nap time, get confused about baby proofing and deal with crying fits. The Beanies need your help to solve problems, unravel riddles and search for clues.

THE WINNER IS

Wednesday 22 March 11am

Music Theatre and TV star Ian Stenlake teams up with award winning singer/ actress Michelle Fitzmaurice to take you on a journey of academy award-winning songs that have lit up our silver screens from 1935 to 2020. Enjoy songs such as Lullaby Of Broadway, Over The Rainbow, Might As Well Be Spring through to Can You Feel The Love Tonight.

IT TAKES TWO

Wednesday 10 May 11am

Join Karla Hillam and Jonathan Guthrie-Jones as they take you back to the 50s, 60s, 70s and the 80s performing their favourite duets. Featuring music from stage, screen and everything in between with songs like Up Where We Belong, I Got You Babe, Islands In the Stream, All I Ask Of You and many more delights.

YOU ARE A DOUGHNUT

Saturday 24 June 1pm

Suitable for 5+ years

YOU are a doughnut! It’s true! YOU are a great big fleshy lump with a remarkable hole running all the way through your middle — your digestive system. Join biology teachers Oesoph A. Gus and Dewey Dean as they embark upon an utterly brilliant allsinging, all-dancing (and all-clowning!) exploration of every twisting tube and remarkable organ — with sketches, songs, and sensational science.

NIGHT AND DAY –THE DORIS AND SHIRLEY SHOW

Wednesday 5 July 11am

The fabulous Gina Hogan returns to the stage with another standout show featuring songs from Doris Day and Shirley Bassey. These two iconic women are as different as night and day, yet Gina moves effortlessly from Doris, the quintessential all-American ‘girl next door’ to the dramatic and powerful Shirley.

The views expressed are those of individual Councillors and do not necessarily reflect Council policy or the views of Council as a whole.

Whitehorse City Council is divided into 11 single-councillor wards.

Our Councillors have been elected to serve until October 2024.

Cootamundra Ward

Andrew Munroe 0429 138 140 andrew.munroe@whitehorse.vic.gov.au

Late last month at Box Hill Town Hall, I was pleased to attend the Asian Business Association of Whitehorse (ABAW) annual Lunar New Year Fundraising Gala, which raised thousands of dollars for Eastern Health.

The ABAW earlier in the month also hosted a very successful Lunar New Year festival in Box Hill, with estimates of over 100,000 people attending. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese spoke at the festival and State Opposition Leader John Pesutto spoke at both the gala and the Festival. Mr Pesutto congratulated the ABAW on their success and acknowledged the significant positive contribution people of Chinese descent have made to our community.

In the February edition of this publication a snapshot of each Ward was presented. While it was not intended to be an exhaustive list, as each Ward has many attributes, I do acknowledge the concern raised with me by people connected to Wandinong Sanctuary in that it was not mentioned under open spaces. The Sanctuary and Cootamundra Walk are both parklands with community-based advisory committees.

Wandinong Sanctuary is two hectares of remnant bushland fronting both Canterbury Road and Ronley Street, Blackburn. It is a truly special place in our city. Purchased by the Hooke family more than 100 years ago, it was donated by Albert Arthur and Janet Emily Hooke in 1973 to what is now Whitehorse Council to be preserved “for all time as a sanctuary for native birds, wild-flowers, native vegetation and as a place of public resort and passive recreation”.

Image: Cr Andrew Munroe, ABAW President Bihong Wang & State Opposition Leader John Pesuto.

Lake Ward

Denise Massoud – Deputy Mayor 0409 230 499 denise.massoud@whitehorse.vic.gov.au

Eley Ward

Trudy Skilbeck 0435 188 822 trudy.skilbeck@whitehorse.vic.gov.au

The trends that will matter most

In the midst of everyone feeling more uncertain about the future of the planet, of people and of prospects of profit ($$$ and non-financial gains), McCrindle Research has released their expected top trends for 2023. For a snapshot, visit https://mccrindle.com.au/resource/ infographic/trends-of-2023-infographic/. One trend is about the consequences of the continuing decline in trust - trust in each other/media/governments/institutions. Distrust means that our news, our ‘truth’ if you like, comes from an ever-greater variety of sources. We then find more divergent views abounding, and it’s very hard for a singular message, even a message that’s very important for a community to hear, to cut through the increasing ‘noise’. Democracy is built for a diverse community, thankfully, but our communication tools are not. I’m committed to trying to find better and simpler ways to both listen and to communicate what most needs to be said and heard as Council seeks to serve the Whitehorse community in 2023’s picture and beyond.

A positive future, that I believe in, rests in being relevant to what people are actually experiencing, carried with the kind of integrity that re-forms trust. It also rests in being innovative. This means opening up our minds to different possibilities than we have leaned into in the past.

Welcome additional funding from the state government to support hands-on digital training programs for seniors was announced late February. Your Whitehorse Manningham Libraries are a recipient! This is part of the needed communications transformation in which we are all participants. Watch for what’s on at your local branch across 2023.

Mahoneys Ward Mark Lane – Mayor 0435 387 526 mark.lane@whitehorse.vic.gov.au

Elgar Ward Blair Barker 0459 857 280 blair.barker@whitehorse.vic.gov.au

When reflecting on the progress our Council has made, it is easy to consider the visible and new; sporting pavilions, water fountains, solar and on demand park lights, trees or better recycling services and the near absence of dumped shopping trolleys on our streets.

However, I consider Council’s significant cultural shift to greater engagement with and listening to the community as our most important progress. I am proud of it because listening has always been a core promise of mine. Thank you to the thousands of residents who have engaged in Council’s (and my own) consultations, covering a range of topics from off lead dog areas, rubbish or carpark safety.

Listening has also been central to a team of residents, senior management and front line staff who I’ve gathered to resolve the enduring issue of dumped rubbish and hard rubbish. We are making progress, sourcing ideas and supporting, empowering and listening to people to help resolve challenging issues. I’ll report more results in my next column.

Congratulations to all that have engaged with the SnapSendSolve app! Our significant achievement as the best ‘solving’ organisation is a testament to everyone who has taken the time to help, and further proof that Council listens, cares and acts.

As always, a massive thanks to the volunteers of our area that enable others to enjoy sport, faith, environment and other groups. A massive congratulations to Emi Luppino, our Citizen of the Year, an Elgar Ward local that many will know from her selfless volunteering in our area and beyond. Image: out for a ride and listening to Peter C, a local cyclist.

Sparks Ward

Cr Tina Liu 0418 121 357 tina.liu@whitehorse.vic.gov.au

Kingsley Ward

Cr Amanda McNeill 0435 158 360 amanda.mcneill@whitehorse.vic.gov.au

As part of the Level Crossing Removal Project (LXRP), the 132-year-old Mont Albert Station closed on Friday 17 February, with the community gathering to say goodbye.

John Lang, the last Officer in Charge, was there sharing his fond memories of the Station. Toot toot!

I can assure all the Mont Albert Station building is being carefully protected and will be re-erected on the plaza on Beresford Street facing Hamilton Street, opening it to the community. Council is working through the form of community use, planning and other details.

Getting to, and parking in the Mont Albert Village is a nightmare. To address this, car parks on the East Side of Hamilton Street (Bread Street side) will be converted from 1P to 2P. Works will be completed shortly.

If you encounter any issues with the LXRP contactors, contact the LXRP on 1800 105 105 or write to Paul Hamer MP.

At its meeting on 30 January, Council approved the preparation and exhibition of a local Planning Scheme Amendment to place a local Heritage Overlay on the remaining ANZAC Honour Trees in Churchill Street Mont Albert. The Box Hill RSL and the community gathered with John Trevorrow, descendant of the Head brothers for photos and celebration. The goal is to protect the trees and support the community desire for a permanent ANZAC memorial in Mont Albert. If you have any information to support the Amendment, please contact Council Officers.

Applications for Community Grants are open from now until 6 April. Visit www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/grantscommunity

And finally, congratulations to Mont Albert Cricket Club, who have made it to the finals!

Wattle Ward

Cr Andrew Davenport 0407 652 145 andrew.davenport@whitehorse.vic.gov.au

Walker Ward

Cr Ben Stennett 0448 375 937 ben.stennett@whitehorse.vic.gov.au

Progress on our new performing arts centre

It’s hard to miss — construction on ‘The Round’ is well underway and on track to finish by the end of this year. A variety of plants, including indigenous, native, and exotic species at an offsite nursery, are waiting to be transplanted to their new home at The Round. The latest news is that new trees will be planted in a state-ofthe-art Strata Vault system made from 100 per cent recycled plastic, to ensure roots have space to grow without damaging nearby footpaths and roads. Plants have been carefully chosen to complement the architecture of the new building and provide seasonal benefits for visitors.

Terrara Ward

Cr Raylene Carr 0400 886 889 raylene.carr@whitehorse.vic.gov.au

Simpson Ward

Cr Prue Cutts – Deputy Mayor 0409 867 540 prue.cutts@whitehorse.vic.gov.au

Prepare for Melbourne Water pipe upgrades requiring roadworks along Mitcham Road from Simpson to Lucknow Streets over the next seven weeks.

Mitcham Road will be closed to traffic from 1-8 March and again 17-23 April, with a partial road closure in the intervening period. If possible, please avoid travelling between Canterbury Road and Whitehorse Road during this time.

Former RSL site in Mitcham

Many people have noticed there was an advertising sign outside the former Mitcham RSL site. This was to advertise a permit application for construction of a four-storey building with basement, comprising 62 dwellings and 37 car spaces, as part of the Victorian Government “Big Build” and construction of social housing. Council will not be the responsible planning authority for determining this application. Thank you to those that were able to attend the online forum in late February. If you want to make a written submission, you can do so by emailing BHBsubmissions@urbis.com.au or by Australia Post to Big Housing Build, Att. T Sobel Beeri, Urbis, Level 10, 477 Collins Street, Melbourne, 3000. Submissions close on Tuesday 14 March.

There is new parking signage at Vermont Village shops, replacing 1 hour parking zones with providing 16 2 hour and three 3 hour parking spaces. This is a great example of all stakeholders working together to get a more equitable outcome. It was great to work with Michelle of Shelly’s Hairworks (pictured on the left with Jasmine of Superior Nails and myself), who led a petition to Council officers signed by all traders on the Boronia Road shopping strip. My listening post at the shopping strip held late October was a good starting point to hear local concerns.

The Moonlight Movie held recently at Simpson Park was a great success. Screened on our hottest day in three years, followed by rain in the late afternoon, miraculously ended in a pleasant night’s viewing under the stars. Sharing the Moonlight Movie sessions around the municipality has been something I have pushed for since we moved to single Councillor Wards in 2020.

It’s been great to work with our Mayor, Cr Mark Lane, over recent months. We have a weekly catch-up and have attended Alkira, Burke and Beyond, healthAbility, Mitcham Community Meal and an event at Whitehorse Churches Care together.

If you’d like to raise any issue, please contact me using the above channels or via Facebook, @councillorpruecutts.

views expressed are those of individual Councillors and do not necessarily reflect Council policy or the views of Council as a whole.

What’s on Sparks Ward with Cr Tina Liu

What I love about the Sparks Ward is the diversity of activities and offerings in our area.

Box Hill is a foodie oasis, with a myriad of notable cafes, restaurants, dessert and bubble tea outlets. The growth in Box Hill has also seen the expansion of mixed-use developments, and often you will find unique and delectable eateries in these buildings – somewhat off the beaten path and not found anywhere else in Melbourne. Look and you shall find – but Google is also a tap away.

The newly refurbished and expanded Box Hill Central South Precinct has also been a welcomed upgrade – with new food and retail offerings and further activation of Carrington Rd, particularly at night time. While Box Hill is often renowned for food, it is also arguably the creative arts and cultural hub in Whitehorse. The Box Hill Town Hall Artspace and Box Hill Community Art Centre host a number of exhibitions, programs and art classes throughout the year. The current exhibition at the Artspace ‘On the Street’ (pictured) features local photographers and their pieces reflecting life in multicultural Whitehorse.

Later in March an exhibition celebrating the first 25 years of Artspace will kick off.

Safely managing stormwater –what you can do to help

With the wild weather we’ve had lately, managing flash flood and stormwater is more important than ever.

Our stormwater drainage system is designed to manage frequent, moderate rain events. When rain is heavier and more intense than usual, we rely on permeable overland flow paths to slow down the flow of water. Permeability here refers to the ability of a material to allow liquids (such as water) to move quickly through it. Permeable flow paths in Whitehorse include our gardens, nature strips, parks, natural open spaces and rain gardens.

When overland flow paths are not permeable enough, water cannot flow freely through them, meaning they are unable to soak up and slow down the flow of rainwater. This means that when there is intense rain and rapid rises in water levels, flash flooding is more likely to occur.

Like many other parts of metropolitan Melbourne that continue to undergo urbanisation, we are losing permeability in overland flow paths in Whitehorse. Luckily, there are steps that you can taketo help our stormwater systems:

▪ Increase and maintain the permeable surfaces you have at home. For example, if you have a muddy or boggy section in your garden, don’t pave over it – instead, you could embrace it by turning it into a frog bog or rain garden. Visit www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ gardens-for-wildlife to enlist the help of one of our garden guides!

Sparks Ward lives up to its name in more ways than one – it’s energetic, vibrant and at times, eclectic – there is something for everyone. So why not stop by one of our reserves for a local sporting match, follow the arts trail and drop-in for some steamed soup dumplings (xiao long bao), hotpot and bubble milk teaperfect for the warm weather!

▪ Collect and compost leaf litter, as leaving it be can result in blocked street gutters after heavy rain.

▪ Next time you’re mowing the lawn, mow over fallen leaves –this improves permeability and lawn health by increasing the organic matter in your lawn.

▪ If you’re building or renovating, make sure to ask your builder to manage silt so that it doesn’t clog drains or waterways.

▪ If you see any stormwater blockages in the municipality, report it on Snap Send Solve.

For more tips and information, read our Environmentally Sustainable Design (ESD) fact sheet on Stormwater Management at www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/environmental-sustainabledevelopment-fact-sheets

You’ll soon see extra street sweeping for those streets with heavy leaf falls in autumn. It’s important that our community does everything we can to keep our stormwater drainage system ready for the next big downpour.

Upcycled Art Competition/ 2023/

Calling eco-conscious creatives of all ages!

Submit an upcycled work of art and go in the draw to win a share in a $5,000 prize pool.

Box Hill Community Arts Centre and Whitehorse City Council are asking the community to think sustainably about art. Anyone over the age of 16 who lives, studies or works in Whitehorse is eligible to apply. Older generations are encouraged to apply.

Applications are open from now until Tuesday 11 April.

The time to start recycling your food waste is now

Thanks to everyone who is using Council’s food and garden organics service to keep food waste out of landfill. If you have a bin, but haven’t started, visit our website for information and support.

For households without home composting or a food and garden organics bin, almost 50 per cent of their garbage is food waste. When food waste is sent to landfill it rots and produces a potent greenhouse gas called methane. Using Council’s food and garden organics service means your waste is taken to a composting facility where it is recycled into quality mulch and compost for gardens and farms.

Order your food and garden organics bin today and receive a free starter kit which includes a kitchen caddy, roll of compostable liners and information pack.

New user offer

First time lime green-lid bin users can now enjoy a discounted purchase fee until 30 June 2023.

To apply for your lime green-lid bin, visit the link below.

L More information: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/food-recycling

Winners and shortlisted artworks will be exhibited at Box Hill Community Arts Centre from Friday 28 April to Thursday 11 May. There will be an opening celebration and winners announcement on Sunday 7 May from 12-2pm. Stay tuned for more information about the event.

To apply, visit the link below.

L More information: www.bhcac.com.au

Giving your items a second life with HomeCycle

HomeCycle is a free service that gives Whitehorse residents the opportunity to donate household items and clothing in good condition, without leaving the comfort of their home.

Residents can donate up to eight items – from clothing, shoes to homewares, sporting equipment, toys, furniture and small electrical items. This convenient service will run weekly till the end of June 2023. Limit of one pick-up per household.

HomeCycle is one of the many ways to rescue reusable items from landfill. Last time HomeCycle collected 35,550kgs - of these items, 70 per cent were rehomed to communities that needed them most and the remaining items were recycled.

Book a collection today and leave your donations securely outside your front door.

L More information: www.homecycle.com.au/whitehorse

Caring for the Community

Harmony Week (Monday 20 March –Sunday 26 March) is an opportunity to celebrate the diversity and multiculturalism that makes Whitehorse such a great place to live and work.

Back in January, we held our annual Citizenship Ceremony at Box Hill Town Hall. Dina Elsayed and her family were among the 130+ people from countries far and wide who became Australian Citizens.

accepted and welcomed for our heritage and our faith.”

Of course, moving to a completely new country without knowing anyone was challenging.

“I had to take a few steps back in my medical career. It was also challenging to start over in terms of getting a new house, finding a new school for the kids, and getting acquainted with the overall customs and traditions here,” Dina said.

But Dina and her family soon found their feet, embarking on the journey to become citizens – a process which Dina described as laborious, but well worth it in the end.

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Dina was born and raised in Alexandria, Egypt. She moved to Australia in 2016 with her two children, Ali and Sohalia, and was soon joined by her husband, Mohamed Elnahrawy. Dina and Mohamed are both ophthalmologists, and their family settled in Whitehorse in mid-2022.

Dina’s motivation to immigrate to another country was to give her children a better future, with regards to education, opportunities and quality of life.

“I thought Australia, with its well-known and widely respected universities and its diverse populace, would be the perfect place. My son also loves wildlife, for which Australia is known!”

“I think what I love the most about Australia, and Whitehorse specifically, is its diversity,” Dina said.

“That multiculturalism can be felt in a lot of meaningful ways, from being able to try cuisines from all around the world to feeling

Don’t forget to register your pets!

A reminder to all Whitehorse dog and cat owners that pet registration renewals are due Monday 10 April 2023.

Registering your animal is an important part of being a responsible pet owner. Dogs and cats in Whitehorse must be registered with Council by three months of age. All pets must also be desexed and microchipped (some exemptions

“The Citizenship Ceremony was quite emotional for me. It was simple and beautiful, the perfect way to commemorate all that my family and I have worked so very hard towards.”

Reflecting on this year’s Harmony Week theme ‘Everyone Belongs’, Dina notes the importance of living in a community such as Whitehorse, where everyone feels supported and like they can contribute.

“I feel very thankful to have an opportunity to give back to this community that has been so welcoming to us, through my work as a medical practitioner and a mentor for students and junior doctors.”

Dina also noted that belonging should not come at the cost of giving up one’s cultural identity and heritage.

“Belonging means accepting and celebrating the differences we may have as well as the commonalities we share.”

Image (L-R): Sohalia, Ali, Whitehorse Mayor Cr Mark Lane, Mohamed and Dina at the Citizenship Ceremony at Box Hill Town Hall.

Image credit: Kiel Egging/Whitehorse Leader

apply). Council offers free first-time registration to microchipped and desexed puppies and kittens under three months of age.  Once registered, you will be issued with a lifetime tag to place on your pet’s collar, which helps us to reunite you in case your pet goes missing. Make sure this tag is always worn by your pet.

By mid-March, all dog and cat owners should have received notices for their pets’ registration renewal. If you have not received yours, please contact Council.

Eastern Affordable Housing Alliance and Monash University XYX Lab - Gender + Place invite you to watch the captivating documentary UNDER COVER, which shines a light on the devastating reality that women over 50 are the fastest growing cohort experiencing homelessness in the country. You can then join feminist and ageism activist Jane Caro AM for a panel discussion on housing solutions for older women.

Date: Thursday 16 March 2023

Venue: Karralyka Centre, Mines Rd, Ringwood

Cost: $10 per ticket. This includes the film screening, feature event and light refreshments. Tickets can be purchased from the Karralyka Centre Box Office or online at https://aukarralyka.sales.ticketsearch. com/sales/salesevent/95654

The event has two parts: the film screening and panel discussion hosted by social commentator, Jane Caro. If you have already seen the film but would like to be a part of the panel session, arrive at 7:00 pm to join the event after the film screening. This event is supported by partners UNDER COVER and Schored Projects.

Keeping your information up to date is crucial for a fast reunion if your pet goes missing. Renew your pet’s registration or update your details now at the link below.

L More information:

www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/livingworking/pets/pet-ownership-whitehorse/ register-pet

WHITEHORSE CALENDAR

NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH WHITEHORSE INC.

Safe PL8 Day

For a gold coin donation, NHW Whitehorse Inc. will install anti-theft one-way screws to your vehicle and trailer. First in, first served!

Offenders use stolen number plates to avoid identification when committing serious offences such as petrol theft, drug trafficking, ram raids, and burglary.

If your number plates are stolen, you will need to:

▪ Report the theft to your local police

▪ Report the theft to VicRoads

▪ Pay to have new number plates issued

▪ Change your registration, insurance and Eastlink details

If you keep driving without number plates, you could be fined $144 and three demerit points. Help prevent offences and avoid the inconvenience and cost of replacing your number plates. Scan the QR code for further details and to share this event with friends and family.

Date: Saturday 1 April 2023

Time: 10:00am to 2:00pm

Where: Bunnings Vermont South, 606-634 Burwood Highway, Vermont South 3133

Enquiries: whitehorse@nhw.com.au

PARENTING INFORMATION FORUMS

Supporting Resilience & Self-Regulation in our Children

Presenter: Sharon Muir, Parentzone

Age Range: 8-18 years

Resilient children are better able to cope with change, try new things, regulate uncomfortable feelings, and bounce back from adversity. This interactive workshop will explore the skills of a resilient child and provide strategies to support resilience in our children.

Date: Wednesday 15 March

Time: 7pm to 8.30pm

Cost: Free online webinar Bookings essential: bit.ly/3jl3hNc

OVER 50S CYCLING EXPO

Are you someone who loves riding their bike, but is starting to find it more difficult due to older age, strength or mobility levels?

Come along to the Over 50s Cycling Expo, hosted by Council and the Whitehorse Active Transport Action Group.

At this expo, you can explore a range of transport options that will allow you to continue being active while having all the benefits of a mobility scooter. There will be a selection of e-bikes, e-trikes and recumbent trikes that you can test ride.

So if you’re not as confident on two wheels as you used to be, come along to this free expo –you might just find a solution!

When: Sunday 26 March from 2pm-4pm

Where: Nunawading Community Hub, in the main carpark

More information: www.watag.org

Navigating your Teen’s Mental Health

Presenter: Black Dog Institute

Age Range: 10-18 years

Delivered by a trained presenter with lived experience of mentalill health with the aim to cover a tough topic in an engaging way. Designed for parents and carers, this presentation aims to educate the adults in a young person’s life to help increase mental health literacy, reduce stigma and promote help seeking.

Date: Wednesday 5th April

Time: 7pm until 8:30pm

Cost: Free online webinar Bookings essential: bit.ly/3IjlbJQ

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.

Scan the QR code for the immunisation schedule:

Pruning keeps trees clear of power lines

Council manages tree pruning on public land to ensure a safe distances between trees and power lines.

Pruning will occur in Burwood during March. 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: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ naturestrips

ACTIVATE WHITEHORSE

Did you know you can book a free outdoor space for your next community event?

The Activate Whitehorse pods are available to book in Box Hill Mall, Britannia Mall and Brentford Square. The pods can be used for anything that brings the Whitehorse community together, like silent discos, chess games, Tai Chi, singing groups, kids dance classes, mini book fairs and so much more!

The possibilities are endless, to check your eligibility and book a pod go to www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ activate

铁路平交道拆除工程 (英文简称 LXRP)

今年2月，LXRP 开始了施工的 最后阶段，将拆除位于 Surrey Hills 的 Union Road 以及 Mont Albert 的 Mont Albert Road 上的铁路平交道，并 兴建新的联合车站（Union Station）。施工将持续到5月 初。在此期间，这些区域的交 通将受到重大影响：

n 通往 Union Road 和 Mont Albert Road 的铁路平交道

将关闭

n 开往 Lilydale 和 Belgrave 的火车不会在 Surrey Hills

站停留

n Belgrave 线和 Lilydale 线部 分路段的火车服务将改由巴 士提供

n Mont Albert 站和 Surrey Hills 站将永久关闭

届时将安排地方性的穿梭巴 士服务，帮助当地居民在该地 区活动。

如需获得更多信息， 请浏览网站： www.bigbuild.vic.gov.au/ disruptions/mont-albertdisruptions

宠物登记续期

猫和狗等宠物的主人必须在 2023年 4月10日星期一前为其

宠物登记续期。

三个月以上的猫狗必须向市 议会登记。宠物必须绝育并 植入微芯片。

宠物办理登记手续后，市议会 将发出一个可以终身使用的 标签，供您将其系于宠物的项 圈上；如果宠物失踪了，这将 帮助我们找回它们。

如果您在3月中旬前仍未收到 宠物登记续期通知，请致电 03 9262 6333与市议会联系。

如需获得更多信息，

请浏览网站：

www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ register-pet

Dự án Loại bỏ Đường xe lửa Cắt ngang Đường bộ (LXRP)

Vào tháng 2, LXRP đã bắt đầu giai đoạn xây dựng cuối cùng

để dỡ bỏ các đường xe lửa cắt ngang đường bộ ở Union Road, Surrey Hills và Mont Albert Road, Mont Albert, đồng thời xây dựng Nhà ga Union mới. Việc xây dựng sẽ tiếp tục cho đến đầu tháng Năm. Sẽ có sự gián đoạn giao thông lớn trong thời gian này:

n Union Road và Mont Albert Road sẽ đóng tại chỗ đường sắt cắt ngang đường bộ.

n Các chuyển tàu đến Lilydale và Belgrave sẽ không ngừng lại ở ga Surrey Hills

n Xe buýt sẽ thay thế tàu lửa ở các đoạn đường của tuyến Belgrave và Lilydale

n Ga Mont Albert và ga Surrey Hills sẽ đóng cửa vĩnh viễn.

Sẽ có một dịch vụ xe buýt đưa đón địa phương để giúp người dân địa phương điều hướng khu vực.

Thông tin thêm: www.bigbuild.vic.gov.au/ disruptions/mont-albertdisruptions

Đến hạn đăng ký thú cưng

Các chủ nhân của mèo và chó phải gia hạn đăng ký thú cưng của họ trước Thứ Hai, ngày 10 tháng Tư năm 2023

Chó và mèo từ ba tháng tuổi trở đi phải đăng ký với Hội đồng Thành phố. Thú cưng phải được triệt sản và gắn vi mạch.

Khi thú cưng của quý vị được đăng ký, Hội đồng sẽ cho quý vị một thẻ trọn đời để gắn vào vòng cổ của chúng, điều này sẽ giúp chúng tôi tìm được thú cưng cho bạn nếu chúng đi lạc.

Nếu quý vị chưa nhận được thông báo gia hạn đăng ký thú

cưng của mình vào giữa tháng Ba, xin vui lòng gọi Hội đồng qua số 03 9262 6333.

Thông tin thêm: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ register-pet

Έργο Αφαίρεσης της Διάβασης Πεζών μεταξύ του Σιδηροδρόμου

και του Δρόμου (LXRP)

Το Φεβρουάριο το LXRP ξεκίνησε το τελικό στάδιο κατασκευής για την αφαίρεση των διαβάσεων πεζών μεταξύ του σιδηροδρόμου και του

δρόμου στο Union Road, Surrey Hills

και στο Mont Albert Road, Mont

Albert, και την κατασκευή του νέου Σταθμού Union. Η κατασκευή θα συνεχιστεί μέχρι και τις αρχές του Μαΐου. Θα υπάρξουν σημαντικές διαταραχές στις μεταφορές κατά τη

διάρκεια αυτής της περιόδου:

n Το Union Road και Mont Albert Road θα παραμείνουν κλειστά

στο σημείο της διάβασης πεζών

n Τα τρένα προς το Lilydale and Belgrave δε θα σταματούν στο

σταθμό Surrey Hills

n

Λεωφορεία θα αντικαταστήσουν

τα τρένα σε τμήματα της γραμμής Belgrave και Lilydale

n Οι σταθμοί Mont Albert και Surrey Hills θα κλείσουν μόνιμα

Θα υπάρχει μια τοπική υπηρεσία

λεωφορείων για να βοηθήσει

τους ντόπιους να μετακινηθούν στην περιοχή.

Για περισσότερες πληροφορίες: www.bigbuild.vic.gov.au/disruptions/ mont-albert-disruptions

Προθεσμία εγγραφής για

κατοικίδια ζώα

Οι ιδιοκτήτες γατιών και

σκυλιών πρέπει να ανανεώσουν

την εγγραφή για το κατοικίδιό

τους μέχρι τη Δευτέρα 10 Απριλίου 2023.

Σκύλοι και γάτοι τριών μηνών και

άνω πρέπει να εγγραφούν στο

Δήμο. Τα κατοικίδια ζώα πρέπει να είναι ευνουχισμένα και με μικροτσίπ.

Εφόσον το κατοικίδιο ζώο σας

έχει εγγραφεί, ο Δήμος θα σας δώσει μια ετικέτα εφόρου ζωής για να τοποθετήσετε στο κολάρο τους, η οποία θα μας βοηθήσει να βρούμε το κατοικίδιο ζώο σας αν εξαφανιστεί.

Αν δεν έχετε λάβει ειδοποίηση για τη δήλωση του κατοικίδιου

ζώου σας μέχρι τα μέσα Μαρτίου, επικοινωνήστε με το Δήμο στο 03 9262 6333.

Για περισσότερες πληροφορίες: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ register-pet

Progetto per l’eliminazione del passaggio a livello (LXRP)

A febbraio, nell’ambito del progetto LXRP, ha avuto inizio la fase finale per l’eliminazione dei passaggi a livello sulla Union Road, a Surrey Hills, e sulla Mont Albert Road, a Mont Albert, e per la costruzione della nuova Union Station. I lavori di costruzione continueranno fino all’inizio di maggio. Durante questo periodo ci saranno importanti interruzioni nel servizio dei trasporti:

n Union Road e Mont Albert Road saranno chiuse all’altezza del passaggio a livello

n I treni diretti a Lilydale e Belgrave non si fermeranno alla stazione di Surrey Hills

n Nelle tratte di Belgrave e Lilydale i treni verranno sostituiti da un servizio di autobus

n Le stazioni di Mont Albert e Surrey Hills verranno chiuse definitivamente

Ci sarà un servizio di bus navetta locale per aiutare gli abitanti della zona a spostarsi.

Ulteriori informazioni: www.bigbuild.vic.gov.au/ disruptions/mont-albertdisruptions

Scadono le registrazioni per gli animali domestici

I proprietari di gatti e cani devono rinnovare la registrazione per gli animali domestici entro lunedì 10 aprile 2023.

Cani e gatti di età superiore ai tre mesi devono essere registrati presso il Comune. Gli animali devono essere sterilizzati e dotati di microchip.

Una volta che l’animale domestico è stato registrato, il Comune fornirà una targhetta a vita, da apporre sul collare, questa ci aiuterà a ritrovare l’animale in caso di smarrimento.

Se non avrete ricevuto un avviso per il rinnovo della registrazione del vostro animale domestico entro metà marzo, contattate il Comune al numero 03 9262 6333.

Maggiori informazioni: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ register-pet