April 2021
Back in the spotlight – Whitehorse Centre Season 2021 More on page 9
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Have your say
New recycling hubs
Sustainable Living Weekend
Shaping Whitehorse
Tell us your view on Whitehorse projects Page 5
How you can help reduce discarded clothing and e-waste Page 6
Check out the coming free and fun sustainability events Page 7
Help shape Council’s strategic direction Page 8
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April 2021
Mayor’s message Cr Andrew Munroe
In recent weeks, there has been community discussion about the level crossing removal projects at Surrey Hills and Mont Albert. Residents have expressed concern that important community open spaces may be used for storage or access by Level Crossing Removal Project (LXRP) during the project. We are actively engaged with LXRP, advocating for the interests of our community and local economy. We have prepared a submission to the LXRP on the project on behalf of the City of Whitehorse. Part of our submission asks LXRP to incorporate a deck over the rail cutting, linking Lorne Parade and Beresford Street, creating a
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plaza that ensures the station is both visible and functional. We have also asked that disruption to our traders, residents and the local amenity is minimised during construction. We have not agreed to the use of any Council space or facilities for this project. LXRP may request the use of certain spaces, but we will always place a high priority on the amenity of residents and local sporting clubs. I encourage interested residents to register with LXRP to stay up to date with that project; and with Council’s OurSay platform to receive alerts on Whitehorse community consultations.
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demolition and construction waste away from landfill and contributing a 30 per cent tree canopy cover by maintaining existing trees or planting new trees. Whitehorse Councillor Trudy Skilbeck said this was an
important moment for Council “to show leadership that actions our commitment to sustainability – environmental, social and economic”. “More ESD features will be installed as a result, creating better outcomes for Council assets and for community wellbeing,” she said. Improving the energy and water efficiency of Council buildings and reducing greenhouse gas emissions from Council operations are key actions in achieving Council’s approach to becoming carbon neutral and meeting the greenhouse emission and water consumption reduction targets. ESD requirements will be applied to new, renewals and upgrades of Council buildings, infrastructure and maintenance.
April 2021
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Renew your pet registration by 10 April
Stay up to date with Council
Dogs and cats must be microchipped and registered with Council by three months of age. Each year, that registration must be renewed by 10 April, otherwise penalties apply.
To stay up to date with Council news and information, sign up for our Whitehorse e-news, distributed the first week of each month, or follow us on Facebook.
Council offers free first-time pet registration to microchipped and de-sexed puppies and kittens aged under three months of age. Registration contributes to the cost of providing Council’s animal management program, which includes the provision of reuniting lost pets with their owners should they go missing, animal pound service and the management of nuisance animals and aggressive dogs.
Anzac Day Anzac Day is a significant day for many people. It is a time to remember generations of people who have served our country in wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations. We wouldn’t have the freedom we have today, without the efforts of our armed forces. Whitehorse Councillor Amanda McNeill said Anzac Day is a very important day. “Anzac Day provides a moment in time to pause and reflect on the brave efforts of those who served in the Australian armed forces,” Cr McNeill said. “We can all take a moment on 25 April to reflect and remember the contributions and sacrifice made by so many. “It’s also a time to think about those service men and women currently serving overseas while unable to see loved ones at this time. We think of you on Anzac Day too.” Details on how people can recognise Anzac Day were yet to be confirmed at the time of going to print. Please check our website for more information closer to the day.
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April 2021
Working for Whitehorse No time to rest when removing graffiti
they are made aware of issues and can resolve them quicker than in the past.
Chris Wiwczaruk’s role with Whitehorse Council is to help keep the area clean. But you may not realise how effective he is, because the job is often done before you’ve hit the snooze button for the first time.
Offensive graffiti is always a priority and is usually removed the same day that Council receives the report.
Chris’ main role is one that is close to many residents’ hearts – removing graffiti. But life as an infrastructure cleansing officer requires early starts. At work by 5am or 6am most days, Chris and team member Darrin Watson like to have removed graffiti from busy areas before people arrive. Chris and Darrin try to stay ahead of the taggers by inspecting hotspots after weekends. Increased use of apps like Snap Send Solve and having requests sent directly to their mobile tablets in the field means that
“Keeping the cleanliness of all the townships is our priority. We act pretty much straight away after being notified by our cleaners or residents,” Chris said. As well as regular infrastructure, the team also cleans and pressure washes shopfronts, footpaths, play equipment and barbecues. Chris and Darrin take a lot of pride in their work and like to show the community that they are on their game and doing their bit to keep the municipality clean and tidy. In the past 12 months, Council has attended more than 2000 sites and removed more than 11,000sq m of graffiti thanks to the graffiti removal team.
Friendly help on hand for immunisations Whitehorse Council provides free vaccinations against infectious diseases for children aged from six weeks to 19 years old and a limited range of vaccines for eligible adults in accordance with the National Immunisation Program Schedule. Forest Hill mother of two Caitlin said the service, for which registered and specialised nurses are used, was “absolutely fantastic”. She said a feature of the service was how friendly the staff were, “particularly nurses dealing with the kids and upset parents”. Caitlin has used the service for her children, Dennis and Matilda. She said the procedure and side effects were well explained by the
experienced nursing staff and that the post-care advice was “wonderful”. Council has a booking system for the Public Childhood Immunisation Program. Those without a booking will not be vaccinated. Phone 9262 6197 to make a booking. More information www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ immunisation
COVID-19 vaccination information COVID-19 vaccinations have started. It is important to get information from reliable, trustworthy sources. COVID vaccines will be administered by GPs and other health authorities. People should rely on state and federal government messages for vaccine information, including official websites, flyers, letters or government social media pages. Avoid taking vaccine information from other sources or people who are not medical doctors or nurses. If you have questions or concerns about COVID-19 vaccines, talk to your doctor or check www.health. gov.au/initiatives-and-programs/covid-19-vaccines This website has links to information in many languages, in case you want to share with a friend or relative who does not read English.
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Have your say To have your say on any consultations or to register your interest in coming projects, visit www.oursay.org/whitehorsecitycouncil Aqualink Box Hill shade structures Funding has been allocated to develop concept designs and undertake consultation on proposed outdoor pool shade structures at Aqualink Box Hill. The proposed concept designs include a permanent shade cover over the outdoor grandstand and also a retractable shade cover over half the outdoor pool. The proposed shade structures would encourage more people to safely use this space year-round.
Tackling ageism together: EveryAGE Counts in Melbourne’s east Whitehorse has joined forces with six other eastern Melbourne councils to tackle ageism across the region. Ageism is stereotyping, discrimination and mistreatment based solely on a person’s age. When directed towards older people, it comes from negative attitudes and beliefs about what it means to be older. Ageism exists when someone is considered ‘too old’ for something like a job or promotion. It is a lack of respect for older people and affects people’s self-confidence, quality of life, job prospects and health. At its extreme, ageism contributes to elder abuse.
Council is proud to be part of this campaign to raise awareness about ageism and challenge ageist stereotypes. The campaign is coordinated by the Inner East Primary Care Partnership with support from the Victorian Government. The seven councils involved are Boroondara, Knox, Manningham, Maroondah, Monash, Whitehorse and Yarra Ranges. The campaign ties into the national EveryAGE Counts campaign and is supported by the Eastern Community Legal Centre through its prevention of elder abuse OPERA project. More information www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ health-and-wellbeing
The dangers of button batteries for children Children who are most at risk to button batteries will be better protected thanks to new safety regulations introduced by the Federal Government. Button batteries can be incredibly dangerous to young children, especially for children five years of age and under. If swallowed, button batteries can become stuck in a child’s throat and burn through the oesophagus in less than two hours. Button batteries are used in a range of consumer and household products, as well as many children’s toys.
Keep new and used button batteries out of sight and out of reach of young children at all times. If you suspect your child has swallowed or inserted a button battery, call the Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26. If your child is having any difficulty breathing, phone 000. More information www.productsafety.gov.au/ products/electronics-technology/ button-batteries
We are now seeking feedback from the community on the concept designs. To view the concepts and have your say, visit www.oursay.org/whitehorsecitycouncil/ outdoorpool Domestic Animal Management Plan In late 2020, Council asked for feedback to help develop its Domestic Animal Management Plan. The key issues identified in the feedback were: ■ Increased enforcement of the legislation particularly in on-lead parks and reserves; ■ Education of pet and non-pet owners about pets; ■ Provision of fully fenced off-lead areas with regular officer attendance; ■ Provision of more off-lead areas and providing more off-lead options e.g. timed off-lead; and ■ Provision of poo bags and bins at Council reserves and enforcement of the pick-up rules. Actions to address these priority areas have been added into the plan. We are now seeking your feedback on the draft plan. Have your say by Friday 30 April. Community Engagement Handbook Following the adoption of Council’s community engagement policy, work will soon start on a community engagement handbook. The handbook will provide details about how to design and deliver community engagement plans, including the method and tools, how to promote the opportunities and which local community members, organisations, groups or leaders may be well placed to contribute. We will ask for your help to develop the handbook in the next few months.
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April 2021
Reduce waste, go to a recycling hub Discarded clothing and electronic waste (e-waste) are some of the fastest growing waste streams across Australia. About 6000kg of textiles are dumped every 10 minutes, resulting in more than 500 million kilos of unwanted clothing ending up in landfill each year. Shoppers are encouraged by the growth in cheap, disposable clothing and electronics, but the impact of this extends much further than you think. Millions of electronic devices are discarded every year. To help combat this, Council is launching new recycling hubs across Whitehorse to collect small e-waste, reusable clothing and accessories.
We would love to see our community using the service.
The trial will see hubs inside Aqualink Nunawading and the Box Hill and Nunawading libraries, while trailers will be at Sportlink in Vermont South and the Nunawading Hub. One more site is to be finalised.
Accepted items include clothes, shoes, handbags in a clean and reusable condition, as well as small electrical items with a cord or battery like laptops, mobile phones, hair dryers and kettles.
Send a snap to wasteteam@ whitehorse.vic.gov.au where it may feature in Council communications to promote the service.
To use the hubs, ensure items are bagged and take care to not jam them into the chute or place bags on top of or next to the hub.
Toys, furniture and large electrical appliances are among those to not be accepted. These items can be held until the Reusable Goods Drop Off Day on May 8 (bookings essential).
More information www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/reusableitems-collection
Be part of the bioblitz
Blackburn Lake Sanctuary Bookings: blsac@bigpond.com
A series of local walks will be held over four days as part of a global project.
Meeting point: Blackburn Lake Visitor Centre
Finding and photographing moths and other nocturnal bugs
Whitehorse has joined seven neighbouring councils in representing Melbourne as part of the City Nature Challenge 2021, which runs from 30 April to 3 May.
When: Friday 30 April, 6pm-8.30pm
Photographic survey of our bushland invertebrates When: Saturday 1 May, 1.30pm-4pm
The project invites Whitehorse residents to find, photograph and document the natural plants, animals, fungi and micro-organisms in our neighbourhoods.
wildlife to photograph between 30 April and 3 May and upload photos to the app.
Taking waterbugs’ mugshots
Join the challenge, discover more about your local nature, while also helping scientists and land managers better protect these species.
You can do this on your own or you can join us at one of the free events.
Bushland photographic discovery walk
Those attending need to register, with details via the website.
To get involved, download the free iNaturalist app, look out for
More information www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ city-nature-challenge
When: Sunday 2 May, 11am-1.30pm
When: Sunday 2 May, 1.30pm-4pm
Spotlighting for possums, gliders and other nocturnal creatures When: Monday 3 May, 6pm-8.30pm
Heatherdale Reserve Explore nature throughout the Heatherdale Creeklands When: Sunday 2 May, 10am-11am Meeting point: Park noticeboard near corner of Chasta Crescent and Cochrane Street, Yarran Dheran Nature Reserve
Guided walk through Yarran Dheran Nature Reserve When: Sunday 2 May, 11am-1pm Meeting point: Yarran Dheran Information Centre
Greenlink Nursery Explore nature behind Greenlink Nursery on a guided walk from Dorking Road to Station Street. Led by Greenlink Nursery staff who will help with spotting wildlife and uploading observations to the iNaturalist app. When: Monday, 3 May, 10.30am-11.30am Meeting point: At the front of the nursery at 41 Wimmera Street, Box Hill North Bookings: greenlinkboxhill@gmail.com
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Sustainable Living Weekend 1 – 2 May 2021
Sustainable Living Weekend is full of fantastic free and fun sustainability events taking place at the Box Hill Town Hall.
Hear from some of Australia’s leading sustainability experts and learn new skills with practical workshops. Find out how to make simple changes that can have a positive impact on your lifestyle, finances and the environment. The events are free unless specified. Bookings are essential. More information www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/sustainable-living
Millie Ross: Building the garden you want with whatever you’ve got When: Saturday 1 May, 10am-11.15am
Gardening Australia presenter Millie Ross is an innovative gardener who specialises in creative construction, sourcing low-cost materials and using plants in unusual ways.
Join gardening guru Maria Ciavarella for advice on the basics of veggie patch design, soil preparation, sustainable pest control, watering and easy herbs and veggies.
Learn more about the diversity of native and indigenous plants from local landscape designer Ben Hutchinson. Designing for intergenerational living When: Saturday 1 May, 3.30pm-5.30pm
Multiple generations living under one roof is a growing trend. It has many benefits and solves challenges such as housing affordability, loneliness and flexibility. Join our panel of experts to hear their experiences and find out how clever design can create different ways of living that are good for people and the environment.
When: Sunday 2 May, 10am-11am
When: Saturday 1 May, 1.30pm-2.30pm
When: Saturday 1 May, 11.45am-1pm
When: Saturday 1 May, 2.30pm-3.30pm
Reduce your winter energy bills
Growing beautiful indoor plants
Veggie gardening for beginners
Designing with native plants
Learn the basics of plant care including the best plant varieties for beginners, their ideal environment, watering, feeding, maintenance, styling and expert tips from horticulturalist Liz Turner.
Come to this free Australian Energy Foundation (AEF) information session to learn learn how to get the best energy deals, heat your home effectively and other energy saving advice. Efficient all-electric home: the why, how and when to get off gas When: Sunday 2 May, 11.30am-12.45pm
Hear tips from an AEF energy expert about creating an efficient all-electric home, the economic and environmental benefits, and what the best technologies are for different areas of your home.
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The climate cure with Tim Flannery and Nicki Hutley When: Sunday 2 May, 3pm-5pm
An action plan for our future. Join internationally acclaimed scientist and writer Tim Flannery and economist and media commentator Nicki Hutley for a discussion on climate solutions in the era of COVID-19. Kids workshops Activities at these handson workshops with Katrina Forstner from Buzz and Dig will introduce families to native bees, pollination and how to make your garden more bee friendly. Build a bee hotel Cost: $5 per child When: Sunday 2 May, 9.45am-10.45am
Australia is home to about 2000 species of native bees. Make a bee hotel in this workshop to take home, providing habitat for bees in your garden and increase neighbourhood biodiversity. Seed bomb workshop Cost: $5 per child When: Sunday 2 May, 11.15am-12.15pm
Create your own seed bombs to take home, chock full of seeds that bees love. Launch them into your garden to brighten up your yard and provide a valuable food source for pollinators.
The art of secondhand styling When: Sunday 2 May, 1.30pm-2.30pm
Join eco stylist Nina Gbor for practical tips to help you discover and style second-hand treasures. Digital screening of The Story of Plastic Stream this 2019 documentary, which illustrates the problem of plastic pollution and the worldwide effect it has on the health of our planet and the people who inhabit it. It shows how it got to this point and what can be done to fix it. BHCAC The Box Hill Community Arts Centre is also celebrating sustainable living in May, with a variety of art and craft workshops and an exhibition. Be inspired and learn the art of recycling, reusing and repurposing in a creative way. More information: www.bhcac.com.au
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Shaping Whitehorse We’re developing plans to help shape Council’s strategic direction and this is your chance to get involved, have your say and make a difference.
Whitehorse Council Plan 2021-2025 The Whitehorse Council Plan 2021-2025 identifies the strategic direction of Council. This plan describes Council’s goals and strategic objectives, the ways of achieving these objectives, the measures of progress and it outlines Council’s initiatives and priorities for services, infrastructure and amenity for the next four years. By contributing your ideas and experiences, you are helping to shape the Council Plan and set the priorities for Council actions.
Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plan 2021-2025
Financial Plan and Asset Plan 2021-2031 The Financial Plan and Asset Plan tells us how Council will resource the delivery of programs, services and facilities over the next 10 years. The Financial Plan will be guided by the community’s needs and aspirations as captured in the Community Vision 2040, and will allow Council to achieve its long-term objectives in a financially sustainable way. This includes how Council manages its assets and an Asset Plan is being developed. It is important that members of the Whitehorse community get involved and have their say on how public money is spent and how their rates are being allocated across the range and quality of programs, services and assets that Council provides. This will help Council to meet the needs and expectations of the community now and into the future.
The City of Whitehorse Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plan (MPHWP) 2021-2025 is a four-year plan which describes the work Council will undertake in partnership with the community and with key state and local organisations to improve the health and wellbeing of people in Whitehorse. Your ideas will shape the MPHWP 2021-2025 by telling us what you think is important for community health and wellbeing in Whitehorse.
These projects are all guided by the community’s needs and aspirations which have been captured in the Community Vision 2040. The Community Vision will also soon be released for the final stage of community consultation. There are strong synergies between these plans as part of Council’s broader integrated planning framework, which is currently in development.
Pop-up session
Have your say
When: 8am-1pm Sunday 11 April
Whether you live, work, study, visit or play in Whitehorse, we want to hear from you.
Where: Nunawading Farmers Market, 379 Whitehorse Road, Nunawading
To get involved, visit www.oursay.org/whitehorsecitycouncil
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Whitehorse Centre welcomes part one of 2021 season Rekindle your love for live performance and come share some glorious theatre and music with us. Let’s make a ‘Fresh’ start in 2021 with the season delivered in two parts – that’s double the fun. During the Whitehorse Centre redevelopment, our main season moves to One Community, 184 Surrey Road, Blackburn, where we have implemented COVIDSafe practices. Whitehorse Councillor Denise Massoud is excited to welcome the Whitehorse Centre season back. “We are pleased to be able to offer this season of shows, in a different location, while the Whitehorse Centre redevelopment goes ahead,” she said. “There is a fantastic range of upcoming shows, so get your tickets now.” More information www.whitehorsecentre.com.au tickets@whitehorse.vic.gov.au 9262 6555 Archie Roach: Tell Me Why When: Friday 16 April 8pm and Saturday 17 April 8pm
Good Day Sunshine – The Songs of Lennon and McCartney When: Saturday 8 May 2pm and 8pm Venue: One Community, Blackburn
Melissa Langton, Mark Jones and Danielle O’Malley are joining forces to take you on a magical mystery tour through a collection of the finest pop songs ever written. There’s something for everyone in the great Liverpudlian songbook, including ‘The Long and Winding Road’, ‘Hey Jude’, ‘Lady Madonna’ and many more.
Venue: One Community, Blackburn
Not many have lived as many lives – from stolen child, teenage alcoholic, father and musical genius, to social advocate and First Nations leader. Performing brand new songs from his album Tell Me Why, along with past works, this is a must-see concert. Magic Beach When: Thursday 15 April 12pm and 2pm Age: Suitable for children 3-12 years and their adults Venue: Box Hill Town Hall
Every year, an everyday family go on a beach holiday. This isn’t just any beach – it’s Magic Beach, where everything you can imagine becomes real. But this year is different. As the eldest child begins to grow up, does she have to leave the magic behind? Alison Lester AM’s classic book comes to life on stage.
The Traveling Wilburys Sessions When: Saturday 22 May 8pm Venue: One Community, Blackburn
George Harrison, Bob Dylan and Roy Orbison, Tom Petty and Jeff Lynne enjoyed huge international success as the The Traveling Wilburys and were adored by generations of music lovers. Their songs have been re-imagined, featuring sensational vocals and harmonies that pay homage to the Wilburys and its superstar members. Love Song Dedications When: Friday 25 June 8pm and Saturday 26 June 2pm and 8pm Venue: One Community, Blackburn
After 17 years of being on air, late night radio legend Richard Mercer left his final Love Song Dedication. In a quest to find the perfect love song, two friends try to fill the void that he left behind. This show will take you on a ride through contemporary politics, philosophy and wicked dance moves, one pop song at a time.
Grace Under Pressure When: Wednesday 2 June 8pm and Thursday 3 June 2pm and 8pm Venue: One Community, Blackburn
Health professionals devote their lives to caring for us, but how do we care for them? Can a doctor or nurse give a patient the best possible care if they haven’t slept for days? How do they cope with the pressure? Based on hours of interviews with doctors and nurses, Grace Under Pressure is an intimate theatre experience that reveals these hidden stories.
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The views expressed are those of individual Councillors and do not necessarily reflect Council policy or the views of Council as a whole. Cootamundra Ward
Eley Ward
Elgar Ward
Andrew Munroe – Mayor 0429 138 140 andrew.munroe@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
Trudy Skilbeck 0435 188 822 trudy.skilbeck@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
Blair Barker 0459 857 280 blair.barker@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
Lake Ward
Mahoneys Ward
Denise Massoud 0409 230 499 denise.massoud@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
Mark Lane 0435 387 526 mark.lane@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
Whitehorse City Council is divided into 11 single-councillor wards. The following Councillors have been elected to serve until October 2024.
Advocating for Whitehorse Working for Victoria Whitehorse Council was successful in gaining a grant worth $1.1 million to employ 26 people for six months thanks to the Working for Victoria program. The program is an initiative of the State Government to help Victorian jobseekers find work and employees find workers. This includes people who have lost their jobs and businesses who need workers due to the impacts of COVID-19. The funding also includes equipment and tools needed. Jobs range from nursery hands, landscape construction, sports field maintenance, online events technician and officers supporting digital literacy and tech support for older residents. Not only will this support job creation and skills maintenance for locals, the projects will be of great value to our Whitehorse community. Job seekers interested in Working for Victoria roles should register via the links at www.jobs.vic.gov.au
By Cr Denise Massoud
By Cr Mark Lane
On Sunday 7 March, 50 community members joined the Clean Up Australia Day activities at Blackburn Lake Sanctuary.
It has certainly been busy in the past couple of months.
We collected a total of 111.3kg of litter, including 32.5kg of clean recyclable items on the day. It was good to get so much litter picked up, but in reality sad that we even need to do this. Let’s all try to be more aware of what we do with our rubbish. Morton Park Pavilion, home to Blackburn Football Club and Blackburn Cricket Club, is almost complete and handover to the community clubs is imminent. With season commencement scheduled for junior football on 11 April and seniors on 17 April, I hope the local community and visitors enjoy this wonderful new facility. Blackburn Lake Sanctuary Visitor Centre is currently having the rear courtyard upgraded as part of a project. The design will support use for the education programs and community use providing more seating opportunities. As we return to lives that now include more face-to-face interactions, I am excited to see winter sports being able to enjoy a 2021 season. It has been tough on clubs, their members and supporters who enjoy engaging in playing and watching games. Best wishes to all teams. Enjoy the season and good luck. Finally, I invite all Lake Ward residents to our first ward forum at 4.15pm on Saturday 16 May at Blackburn Lake Sanctuary Visitor Centre. Above: Mark Landmann, Su Dempsey and Cr Denise Massoud weighing and tallying collections at Blackburn Lake Sanctuary for Clean Up Australia Day 2021.
During February and March I attended 22 council-related meetings, 11 delegated forums or community group meetings and made eight visits to meet with residents. While busy it has been wonderful getting out to meet many of you, hear your concerns and share your excitement about our great part of the city. Brentford Square shopping precinct will soon get a facelift. Upgrade and improvement works will be completed to the footpath/ pavement and some new gardens installed. The corner will receive new seating and a better layout. Keep an eye out for the improvements as planning is well underway. The shops will remain open and please continue to support the precinct while the works are underway. The Healesville Freeway reserve is a topic of discussion as the government departments are again reviewing the use of the reserve. Ongoing discussions are occurring within Council, with DELWP and with our local member on the future of the reserve we all love and cherish. I hope to provide more information soon as there is a state election next year – let’s make this a priority. This reserve needs a solid land manager and it is time to ensure its future is in good hands. Congratulations to Forest Hill Cricket Club for winning the Peter White Shield and I Grade grand finals. I hope the new seating has been a great asset for supporters to enjoy watching the cricket and soon the football. Please do not hesitate in contacting me with any thoughts, ideas or concerns on the contact details above. I would love to hear your club’s achievements (sporting or other). Thank you for your support and let me know how I may be able to support you.
The views expressed are those of individual Councillors and do not necessarily reflect Council policy or the views of Council as a whole. Kingsley Ward
Walker Ward
Simpson Ward
Cr Amanda McNeill 0435 158 360 amanda.mcneill@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
Cr Ben Stennett 0448 375 937 ben.stennett@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
Cr Prue Cutts 0409 867 540 prue.cutts@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
Sparks Ward
Wattle Ward
Terrara Ward
Cr Tina Liu 0418 121 357 tina.liu@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
Cr Andrew Davenport 0407 652 145 andrew.davenport@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
Cr Raylene Carr – Deputy Mayor 0400 886 889 raylene.carr@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
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By Cr Tina Liu
By Cr Andrew Davenport
By Cr Raylene Carr
Budget 2021/2022
Budget 2021/2022
We are in the process of working through the budget for 2021/2022. The draft budget is anticipated to be publicly available at the end of the month.
The planning for the Whitehorse Budget for 2021/2022 is underway. I’d like to thank the community members who responded to my call in the Whitehorse News in February for information on issues which require Council attention and areas of Council waste. I am using your feedback to represent your views as part of the budget process. Council Plan 2021-2025 Council is preparing the Council Plan for 2021-2025, which sets the direction for Council activities. Please let me know what Council activities matters to you by taking the survey at www.oursay.org/ whitehorsecitycouncil/shapingwhitehorse Your feedback by 16 May is appreciated. I am particularly keen to hear your views on hard waste collection services and ways to achieve a safe and clean Whitehorse. Councillor allowances – consultation On 15 March, Council resolved to seek feedback on a proposal to increase the councillor allowances. This increase is in line with the State Government’s maximums, and takes account of an expected statutory increase on 1 July in the superannuation guarantee contribution from 9.5 per cent to 10 per cent. Some residents have told me that councillors should not seek an increase to their packages during COVID-19. I seek your views on the topic. If you have a view, please make a submission on mayoral and councillor allowances by 5pm, 19 April. Activity post COVID-19 It is pleasing to see the return of sporting, arts and cultural and service club activities post the COVID-19 lockdowns experienced in 2020. Now is a great time to consider partaking in services Whitehorse Council and the community has to offer. For more information about different community groups, please see www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ community-directory
Bearing in mind, we are now into the footy season, I hope you will forgive my indulgence in stepping back a few weeks to congratulate the Vultures (Vermont South Cricket Club) on winning not one, but two premierships!!
LXRP and Surrey Park I appreciate all the comments regarding the Surrey Hills and Mont Albert Level Crossing Removal Project (LXRP) and what it can potentially mean for Surrey Park during construction. I, as well as Council, will continue to advocate against the use of Surrey Park during the LXRP works. Alternative sites need to be further considered to minimise adverse impacts on our community and to protect one of our much-loved and well-utilised key green open spaces in Box Hill. Environment and sustainability I am delighted that a number of initiatives are underway, including the recent adoption of the Environmental Sustainable Design Policy for Council buildings and infrastructure and the upgrade of more than 850 street lights to more energy efficient LED. Council has also been successful in receiving a federal grant as part of the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program, which will look at upgrading non-standard decorative lighting in Whitehorse this year. Great outcomes for our community and environment. We are also in the process of reviewing and updating our Urban Forest Strategy and the Box Hill Open Space Strategy. The reports will be available in due course. I also had the pleasure of attending many community events, including the Whitehorse Business Group season launch and Annual General Meeting. Congratulations to Kathryn Collier, who was reappointed as Chair, as well as the new Board. I look forward to working with you all in advocating for our Whitehorse business community.
The Vultures 1st XI side batting first piled on 220 off 40 overs. All players contributed to the win with several showing off their very competent batting skills. The bowlers then destroyed their opposition with the damage starting early, taking a wicket in the first over of the day.
The second premiership was won by the 3rd XI who again, batted first after the opposition won the toss and sent them in. Again, all players played a part and with first class fielding and catching, they were victorious. I’m sure the celebrations are still continuing! Hats off to all their loyal supporters. Visit my Facebook page for detailed statistics. The draft budget is progressing well and is scheduled to be adopted at the Council meeting on 19 April. This will then go out for community consultation. I encourage you to write a submission either in support or against and register to speak if you wish. The budget is due to be adopted on 28 June. Until next time, take care.
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Travelling safely to school Whitehorse Council will team up with a Mitcham primary school this year as part of its Safe and Active School Travel Program. The aim of the program, which runs annually, is to create a safer and healthier school environment through educating the school community about road safety awareness, increasing the number of students walking and cycling to school and identifying and delivering potential infrastructure improvements.
Returning to the office? Think about using public transport If you are returning to the office for work, avoid sitting in traffic and consider using public transport as an environmentally sustainable and COVIDSafe alternative to driving. Public Transport Victoria (PTV) is disinfecting and sanitising all services, stops and stations on the network daily to help keep commuters safe. Remember to pack a face mask as passengers are required to wear one for the entire journey. To encourage passengers to stagger their journey, PTV is also discounting fares by 30 per cent for weekday offpeak travel on metropolitan services until the end of April. Passengers must touch off their myki between 9.30am and 4pm, or touch on before 4pm or after 7pm on weekdays to receive the off-peak fare discount.
Active Travel Officer Melanie Burgess said that “changing the way our primary school communities move reduces traffic at the school gate, improves safety, promotes a healthier lifestyle and contributes to a more sustainable community”. St John’s Primary School was selected for the program with Council this year. Funding for the 2021/22 program will open in August and Council encourages schools to register their interest to be involved. The program is partly funded by Vic Roads.
Students at St John’s Primary School in Mitcham.
Individual adult bike skills session Are you interested in learning how to ride a bike? Or want to build your confidence and basic bike skills? Whitehorse Council will be hosting one-on-one bike skills sessions for beginner adults. The individual session will be tailored to experience, skill level and knowledge of road rules in a COVIDSafe setting without the pressures of a group environment. Sessions will be scheduled on weekends throughout April. Keep an eye on the Whitehorse Facebook page for details. More information roadsafety@ whitehorse.vic.gov.au
Harrow Street pedestrian safety works Works to improve pedestrian safety at Station Street and Harrow Street intersection in Box Hill are planned to be carried out in April and May. Works include a raised pedestrian crossing to match the footpath existing levels, signage, linemarking and associated works. Traffic management will be in place during the works to ensure pedestrians and motorists can safely negotiate the area. More information www.whitehorse. vic.gov.au/ harrow-street
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Beat the bite
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Find out how Disability Parking Permits are changing
Residents are reminded to keep an eye out and take steps to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes.
Parking bays in Whitehorse will be freed up for the people who really need them.
While most mosquitoes are just a nuisance, they can spread disease, such as the Ross River virus. These typically occur around inland waterways and coastal regions.
The Department of Transport is moving the disability parking permit system to a new online platform.
Some simple things to avoid mosquito bites includes: ■ Wear loose-fitting clothing when outdoors; ■ Use mosquito repellents on exposed skin; ■ Limit outdoor activity during dusk and dawn; ■ Make sure there is no stagnant water where mosquitoes can breed; and ■ Have properly fitted mosquito netting or screens.
What’s changing?
The Accessible Parking Permit (APP) Scheme and online service will provide significant improvements in the administration and enforcement of disability parking in Whitehorse. The new APP Scheme aligns with the national Australian Disability Permit Scheme and provides for a consistent process and permit across Victoria. Changes include: ■ Allowing occupational therapists to complete assessments, as well as GPs; ■ Introducing a permanent disability classification; ■ Increasing the permit length from three years to five years for individuals; ■ Providing temporary permits for six, 12 or 24 months; and ■ A new single permit design to be used across the state. The scheme’s centralisation and digitisation will reduce the subjectivity of the assessment and enable greater ability for councils to enforce the scheme.
More information www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au
It will result in reduced duplicate and misused permits through system-wide crosschecks and visibility across council boundaries. Councils will now also have state-wide visibility on permits at the parking bay to assist with enforcement. All existing permits will remain valid until they expire. More information www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/app
Nursery open days Greenlink Nursery will hold two open days in autumn. Autumn is a great time to get local native plants into your gardens while the soil is still warm and before the cooler winter months set in. Greenlink is a community-based nursery specialising in plants indigenous to Whitehorse.
Bring the voucher from the back of your council calendar and buy five, get five free. Plants are $2-$2.50. Greenlink Nursery open days When: 9am-1pm, Saturday 17 April and Saturday 22 May Where: 41 Wimmera Street, Box Hill North
More information 0479 121 653
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Caring for the Community Making a difference is key to community Helping youth in the community realise their potential is central to Nathaniel Diong’s approach to life. Vermont South local Nathaniel Diong has a message for young people: that you can make a difference. “Today we’ve helped 11,000 youth learn 21st-century skills through business. We work directly with schools and help their students build business with positive impact,” he said. “It’s easy to feel like we’re not smart enough or good enough to make a difference. But the reality is, you are good enough. “Young people today are more creative than ever. It’s a matter of having the right skills to turn simple ideas into reality.” Nathaniel, who received the 2021 Young Citizen of the Year award for Whitehorse in January, founded the Future Minds Network when he was aged 16. The now 20-year-old attributed some of his passion for making a difference to his experiences in Whitehorse, when attending sustainability fairs and taking part in events like Clean Up Australia Day. “What started as picking up rubbish taught me the impact that people can have. Alone I could pick up 20 pieces of rubbish, but together we could pick up 20kg,” he said. “Alone we move one rock, together we move a mountain. That philosophy helped me.”
Studying commerce and global studies at Monash University, Nathaniel said he could not have done any of his work without the support of community. Nathaniel believes community is more than people, it’s people who come together when times are tough.
Whitehorse youth looks ahead for 2021 Whitehorse Council’s two youth volunteer committees have started meeting for 2021, planning for a big year ahead. Each year, 12 young people aged 12-25 put up their hands to contribute their time and energy supporting young people in Whitehorse for each committee. Whitehorse Youth Representative Committee focuses on leadership, consultation, advocacy and public speaking with a youth issue focus.
FReeZA Flying Pig Events focuses on music, art and cultural event management. Both committees have fortnightly meetings, attend myriad training and organise events and initiatives around Whitehorse for young people. These individuals are working hard to help all young people in Whitehorse and make a positive impact in the community and world around them.
“Everyone has different skills, ideas and perspectives to bring to the table,” he said. “If we can work together, we can shape a better future.” Above: Nathaniel Diong
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WHITEHORSE CALENDAR Parenting Information Forums Council’s Parenting Information Forum program provides information and resources to parents, grandparents and carers of Whitehorse. More information: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ parenting-information-forums
Whitehorse Council Arts and Cultural venues have implemented COVID-safe practices across their venues. Our facilities have reopened and continue following State Government guidelines around providing a COVID safe environment for our community. Whitehorse Artspace
Dads Toolkit
Whitehorse Manningham Libraries Improv Comedy Workshop Unlock your inner creative genius with improve comedy. Join The Improv Conspiracy Theatre for a free taste of exciting and inspiring exercises in a fun, low-pressure environment. When: Tuesday 13 April, 6.30pm-8pm
Are you a Dad looking to add parenting tools and tips into your toolkit? Do you want to learn strategies to develop your relationship and communication with your children? This free webinar will help you to learn the tricks of the trade – that is being a Dad.
Where: Vermont South
Dognitive Therapy Expert dog behaviourist Laura Vissaritis believes that to change your dog’s behaviour, you must first change your own. Laura will explain her mindful approach to dog training and share exercises and practical advice to help better understand your dog’s behaviour and how to change it.
When: Wednesday 28 April For parents of children aged 0-10 years.
When: Thursday 21 April, 6.30pm-7.30pm Where: Nunawading
Tweens and their Screens Would you like to learn how to help your tween better balance screen time and real life? Find strategies to help them switch off and re-engage in the world? Navigate online safety, rules and consequences? This webinar will help you develop strategies to help your tween develop healthier screen time habits.
Exit and Return
Read Between the Headlines
When: 15 April to 5 June
As regular social media users, we are all guilty of occasionally sharing its content before evaluating its accuracy. Join an interactive workshop on how to spot a fake or a scam online and gauge the accuracy of information before sharing it.
Responding to the landscape of Box Hill and surrounds, the new exhibition opening at Artspace, Exit and Return, is in part a reframing of the area’s historical connection to the Australian Impressionists. Artist Simon Grennan reconsiders the 19th century narrative of being ‘lost’ in the Australian bush, as epitomised in McCubbin’s Lost 1886.
When: Wednesday 5 May
More information: www.whitehorseartspace.com.au
For parents of children aged 10-15 years.
Image: Quite Nice 2019, Simon Grennan. © Courtesy of the artist.
Looking for a venue for your next meeting? Visit www.whitehorsecentre. com.au/willis-room or email eventservices@whitehorse.vic.gov.au for information.
When: Tuesday 27 April, 2pm-3.30pm Where: Vermont South More information: www.wml.vic.gov.au/services/ events-programs
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 and Burwood East during April. 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
Box Hill Community Arts Centre Visit the Box Hill Community Arts Centre website for all the latest news about the Easter school holidays, term classes and workshops: www.bhcac.com.au Follow BHCAC on Facebook and Instagram to stay up to date with news of coming classes and events. More information: www.facebook.com/ boxhillcommunityartscentre www.instagram.com/bhcac/
Schwerkolt Cottage Schwerkolt Cottage is open weekends and public holidays between 2pm-5pm (except Christmas Day and Good Friday). The cottage and museum complex is located in the parkland adjoining Yarran Dheran and is a great spot for picnics and walks. More information: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ schwerkolt-cottage
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狗和猫必须在三个月大的时候 植入芯片并在市议会登记。每 年4月10日之前必须办理更新 登记手续，否则将受到处罚。
市议会为三个月以下且植入了 芯片和阉割的幼犬和小猫提供 免费的首次宠物登记。 登记费的收入用于市议会的动 物管理项目，包括提供走失的 宠物与主人团聚的服务，动物 收容所服务，以及管理讨厌的 动物和攻击性的狗只。
详情请浏览网站: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ registering-your-pet
减少废品及循环再造
废弃的衣服和电子垃圾 e-waste）是澳大利亚增长 最快的废品种类，每10分钟就 有大约6000公斤的纺织品被 丢弃。
市议会即将在 Whitehorse 各 地建立新的回收中心，收集小 型电子垃圾，可重复使用的衣 服和饰品。Nunawading、Box Hill 和 Vermont South 将设立 回收中心及拖车。 可持续生活周末（五月1-2日）
Box Hill 市政厅即将举办有趣 的可持续发展活动，供您免费 参加。这些活动让您有机会 听取澳大利亚领先的可持续 发展专家的意见，并通过实践 讲习班学习新技能。部分活动 将进行网上直播。请务必提前 报名。 详情请浏览网站: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ sustainable-living
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Gia hạn đăng ký thú cưng của quý vị
Chó và mèo phải được gắn vi mạch và đăng ký với Hội đồng trước ba tháng tuổi. Mỗi năm, đăng ký đó phải được gia hạn trước ngày 10 tháng 4, nếu không sẽ bị phạt. Hội đồng cung cấp dịch vụ đăng ký thú cưng lần đầu miễn phí cho những chú chó con và mèo con dưới ba tháng tuổi đã được triệt đường sinh sản và gắn vi mạch. Việc đăng ký đóng góp vào chi phí cung cấp chương trình quản lý động vật của Hội đồng, bao gồm việc cung cấp dịch vụ đoàn tụ những vật nuôi đã bị lạc với chủ của chúng nếu chúng bị mất tích, dịch vụ cân động vật và quản lý động vật gây phiền toái và chó hung dữ. Thông tin thêm: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ registering-your-pet
Giảm chất thải và tái chế
Quần áo bỏ đi và rác thải điện tử (e-waste) là một số dòng rác phát triển nhanh nhất trên khắp nước Úc với khoảng 6000kg hàng dệt được xử lý cứ mỗi 10 phút. Hội đồng đang thành lập các trung tâm tái chế mới trên khắp Whitehorse để thu gom rác thải điện tử nhỏ, quần áo và phụ kiện có thể tái sử dụng. Sẽ có các trung tâm và xe kéo ở Nunawading, Box Hill và Vermont South.
Sống Bền Vững Cuối tuần 1-2 tháng 5
Các sự kiện về sự bền vững đều miễn phí và vui nhộn đang diễn ra tại Tòa Thị chính Box Hill. Lắng nghe từ một số chuyên gia hàng đầu về sự bền vững của Úc và học các kỹ năng mới với các hội thảo thực tế. Một số sự kiện sẽ được phát trực tiếp. Cần phải đặt chỗ. Thông tin thêm: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ sustainable-living
Ανανεώστε την εγγραφή του κατοικίδιού σας
Rinnova la registrazione del tuo animale domestico
Οι σκύλοι και οι γάτες πρέπει να έχουν μικροτσίπ και να δηλωθούν στο Δήμο όταν γίνουν τριών μηνών. Κάθε χρόνο, αυτή η εγγραφή πρέπει να ανανεώνεται μέχρι τις 10 Απριλίου, διαφορετικά επιβάλλονται πρόστιμα. Ο Δήμος προσφέρει δωρεάν την πρώτη εγγραφή κατοικίδιου ζώου για κουτάβια και γατάκια που έχουν μικροτσίπ και αποστειρωθεί και είναι ηλικίας κάτω των τριών μηνών. Η εγγραφή συμβάλλει στο κόστος παροχής του δημοτικού προγράμματος διαχείρισης ζώων το οποίο περιλαμβάνει την πρόβλεψη επανένωσης χαμένων κατοικίδιων ζώων με τους ιδιοκτήτες τους σε περίπτωση που χαθούν, υπηρεσία φύλαξης αδέσποτων ζώων και τη διαχείριση των ενοχλητικών ζώων και επιθετικών σκύλων.
Entro il compimento del terzo mese di età, gatti e cani devono essere dotati di microchip e devono essere registrati presso il Comune. Ogni anno la registrazione deve essere rinnovata entro il 10 aprile, con sanzioni per il mancato rinnovo.
Περισσότερες πληροφορίες: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ registering-your-pet
Μειώστε τα σκουπίδια και ανακυκλώστε Τα άχρηστα ρούχα και τα ηλεκτρονικά απόβλητα (e-waste) είναι δύο από τις ταχύτερα αναπτυσσόμενες κατηγορίες σκουπιδιών σε ολόκληρη την Αυστραλία με περίπου 6000 κιλά υφάσματος να απορρίπτονται κάθε 10 λεπτά. Ο Δήμος εγκαινιάζει νέα κέντρα ανακύκλωσης στο Whitehorse για τη συλλογή μικρών ηλεκτρονικών απορριμμάτων, επαναχρησιμοποιήσιμων ρούχων και εξαρτημάτων. Θα υπάρχουν κέντρα και τρέιλερ στο Nunawading, Box Hill και Vermont South.
Σαββατοκύριακο βιώσιμων συνθηκών διαβίωσης 1-2 Μαΐου Στο Δημαρχείο Box Hill πραγματοποιούνται δωρεάν και διασκεδαστικές εκδηλώσεις για τη βιωσιμότητα. Ακούστε μερικούς απ’ τους κορυφαίους εμπειρογνώμονες βιωσιμότητας της Αυστραλίας και μάθετε νέες δεξιότητες με πρακτικά εργαστήρια. Μερικές από τις εκδηλώσεις θα μεταδίδονται ζωντανά. Απαραίτητη η κράτηση θέσης. Περισσότερες πληροφορίες: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ sustainable-living
Il Comune offre registrazioni gratuite per gli animali domestici, sotto i tre mesi di età, sterilizzati e provvisti di microchip, che vengono registrati per la prima volta. Le registrazioni contribuiscono a coprire i costi per il programma del Comune per la gestione degli animali, che include il ricongiungimento dei proprietari con gli animali smarriti, il servizio di raccolta e accoglienza e la gestione di animali molesti e di cani aggressivi. Maggiori informazioni: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ registering-your-pet
Ridurre i rifiuti e riciclare Gli abiti dismessi e i rifiuti elettronici (e-waste) sono tra le categorie di rifiuti in maggior aumento in Australia con circa 6.000 kg di prodotti tessili buttati via ogni 10 minuti. Il Comune sta lanciando nuovi centri per il riciclaggio a Whitehorse per raccogliere piccoli rifiuti elettronici, abbigliamento usato e accessori. Ci saranno centri di raccolta e centri di raccolta temporanei a Nunawading, Box Hill e Vermont South.
Fine settimana della sostenibilità 1-2 maggio Ci saranno eventi divertenti, gratuiti e sostenibili al Municipio di Box Hill. Sentite quello che hanno da dire alcuni tra i maggiori esperti di sostenibilità in Australia e imparate nuove competenze con pratici workshop. Alcuni eventi verranno trasmessi dal vivo via streaming. Per partecipare è necessario prenotarsi. More: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ sustainable-living