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November 2022
16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence Council is taking a stand against gendered violence by getting involved in the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign. Join us from Friday 25 November to Saturday 10 December 2022 to call for the prevention and elimination of family violence and violence against women. Australian statistics tell us that 95 per cent of all victims of violence, regardless of gender, experience it from a male perpetrator. We also know that every nine days, a woman is killed by her current or former partner. There are meaningful steps we can all take in working toward changing these statistics. This year our campaign features 16 community activities run by Council, partner organisations and community groups for the people of Whitehorse. The theme is 16 Days, 16 Safe Spaces. We encourage our community,
Councillors and Council staff to walk together in the Respect Walk on Sunday 27 November at 10am starting and finishing at Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct. See the full program of events at the link below. You can also drop into a local Whitehorse library for curated collections of books to help you and your family think differently about gender equality. If you or someone you know is experiencing family violence, call 1800 RESPECT. L More information: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ 16-days-of-activism
Think Local Buy Local The longer days are here and the sun is starting to warm. This is a great opportunity to explore local businesses in Whitehorse. Many are located along easily accessible public transport routes. Step off the train and visit the unique villages of Laburnum and Mont Albert, with their blend of gift shops, personal services and cafes. If the train is not your game, put on your walking shoes and take a stroll along the nature trails to shopping strips such as Arcade Road Shops, Woodhouse Grove or Vermont Village. There are many precincts to explore in Whitehorse, and by doing so, you are thinking local and supporting the small businesses who have supported you throughout the years. While you are out, keep your eyes open for artists painting their festive designs on shop front windows around Whitehorse in December. Visit WBiz Festive Activations in Retail Precincts 2022 at the link below for updates on the scheduled entertainment in your local shopping strip. Because supporting local is everyone’s business.
Image: Blackburn Village
L More information: www.wbiz.com.au/ festive-activations-retail-precincts-2022
Whitehorse Civic Awards – nominations close soon! If you know an outstanding person or group, then we want to hear from you! Nominations are open for the 2023 Whitehorse Civic Awards via the link below. The award categories are: 1. Citizen of the Year 2. Young Citizen of the Year 3. Community Achievement Award Tell us about the people in your community who contribute to a better Whitehorse. From the local netball volunteer coach
who goes above and beyond to the scout group down the road who give back to the community and everyone in between. The awards will be presented at the Australia Day Concert. Date: Thursday 26 January 2023 Time: 6pm-10pm Location: Tunstall Park, Nunawading Nominations close at 5pm on Friday 25 November 2022.
L More information: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/civicawards
