Heritage Week We came to Whitehorse 8-15 September 2022 Head to pages 6 and 7 to find out what’s on. Whitehorse Seniors Festival kicks off in October. Full program inside! WHITEHORSE NEWS September 2022
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The survey also identified areas for improvement, which will be taken into account in Council’s future planning, including planning and building permits, consultation and engagement including making community decisions and informing the community.
The Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning coordinated the survey on behalf of 67 participating councils.
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500 local residents and ratepayers over the age of 18 were selected at random for voluntary telephone interviews this year.
▪ Monday 12 September, 7pm ▪ Monday 26 September, 7pm All meetings are open to the public and are held in the Council Chamber in the Whitehorse Civic Centre. Council meetings are live streamed at whitehorse.vic.gov.auwww.webcast.
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After two years of cancelled or interrupted events, it’s wonderful to be able to come together in person again and safely enjoy the things that make Whitehorse a great place to live.
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Results from the Whitehorse 2022 Community Satisfaction Survey are in and Council is pleased to announce that community members have given high ratings to a range of its most important services.
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Our programming over the coming months has something for everyone, from Heritage Week in September, to the Seniors Festival and the Spring Festival in October.
The results reveal that Council’s performance on core measures are significantly higher than the state-wide average. We received strong positive ratings on the core measures of customer service, sealed local roads and overall performance. We also performed well on individual service areas, with significantly higher ratings for appearance of public areas, waste management, recreational facilities, elderly support services, family support services, environmental sustainability, community decisions, lobbying, consultation and engagement, planning and building permits.
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Here at Council, we are excited to be entering our Whitehorse Festival Season, which features an exciting line-up of events.
In this month’s edition of Whitehorse News you will find your Seniors Festival lift-out to help plan your month. Heritage Week runs from September 8 to 15 and this year’s theme ‘we came to Whitehorse’ explores and celebrates our area as a place where people of all backgrounds have met, made homes and lives over many years. I hope to see you at a Whitehorse event soon.
Residents rated waste management, sealed local roads, making decisions in the interest of the community, elderly support services and appearance of public areas as Council’s most important services.
Read the full story and more in the latest project bulletin on the Whitehorse Centre website.
Council officers are happy to discuss fire prevention issues or suitable maintenance programs with property owners.
Maintaining your home to reduce fire hazards Fire prevention is a community responsibility. The Fire Rescue Victoria Act (1958) and Council’s Community Local Law 2014 requires property owners and tenants to maintain their properties so that they do not become a fire hazard.
From spring each year, Council officers inspect properties in Whitehorse to ensure that long grass and any materials that may pose a fire hazard are removed.
Now is a perfect time to ensure your property is free of any potential hazards. Grass should be cut and maintained to a height of 10cm or less. Other hazards to check for are stored dry grass, dry tree branches, dry or dead vegetation and any other rubbish or debris. We encourage you to implement a maintenance plan that ensures your property is hazard-free all year round.
All owners or occupiers of heritage listed properties are able to apply, with up to $2000 of funding available per property. Heritage conservation and restoration works are eligible, especially if the works are visible from the street and will improve the appearance of the property.
Construction of the new Whitehorse performing arts centre continues to progress well, with Mayor Cr Tina Liu (pictured) laying the first bricks in late August. From large-scale theatrical performances to intimate shows and concerts, the centre will enable a large and diverse range of performances.
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“The bigger stage, wings and flytower will enable more and bigger scenery to be moved on and off stage quickly, safely and smoothly. Dancers will be able to perform more expansive movements, cast members will be able to move around the sets more freely, and musicians will be able to move comfortably in and around the orchestra pit.”
Applications for the Heritage Assistance Fund close at midnight 18 September 2022.
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“Flexibility, safety and efficiency are the key advantages of the design.”
Artist’s impression: Theatre Stage
Whitehorse is home to a number of significant heritage properties that are important to preserve. The Heritage Assistance Fund can provide funding support to individuals, community groups and organisations to maintain heritage properties.
“The new centre will provide a wonderful venue for people to come and enjoy the performing arts,” said NOVA Music Theatre’s Artistic Director Noel Browne. “What I’m looking forward to is the ease of use of the place and the extra room and facilities for performers, production teams and the orchestra.”
If the inspecting officer thinks a property is a potential fire hazard, a notice will be sent to the landowner giving them a direction to remove the hazard from their land. If it is not removed within the specified timeframe, an infringement may be issued.
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Bigger and better shows on the horizon!
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“At Aqualink, we are trained as multi-skilled guards who take on many duties outside of just supervising the pools and applying first aid,” he said. “This includes setting up all of the various stadium bookings (soccer, volleyball, table tennis), keeping the centre looking good with regular cleaning and also assisting patrons with on-the-fly problem solving.”
You’re invited to provide feedback on the Council Plan 2021-2025 and submit your ideas for the 2023/24 budget.
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Thomas was excited for the opportunity to move into the friendly customer service department and is keen to see where this new role might take him. This has helped significantly to further my occupational and interpersonal skills and responsibilities, which in turn could lead to exciting career pathways throughout different areas in Whitehorse,” he said. “Just another reason why I love working at Aqualink!” For Thomas, the most rewarding part of his role is building connections and relationships with such a positive and welcoming community. “Whether it’s the members, managers or employees, you really get out what you put in at Aqualink.”
Submissions close on 10 October 2022.
With clearer actions, we can more easily report our progress back to the community each year. We have also transformed the way we engage with the community about our annual budget. This year we are asking for your ideas, projects and priority actions much earlier on to give us more time to consider building them into next year’s budget.
Our Council Plan was adopted last year following an extensive community engagement campaign. We’re now reviewing the plan to refine the actions to ensure that the progress of these are measurable and reportable to the community.
Working for Whitehorse Keeping cool at the pool
New operator announced for Morack Golf Course Swing Factory is the new operator at Morack Public Golf Course and Driving Range.
relationship that it has with GSM. The golf course will remain open during construction for playing nine or 18 holes.
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Thomas Warrick has worked for five years at Aqualink Box Hill as one of the trusty pool lifeguards and has recently moved into the customer service department, working at both Aqualink centres. “As a bright-eyed seventeen year old in my last year of school, I found myself desperate for an income that was sizable enough to support my extra-curricular activities yet flexible enough to work around them,” said Thomas. “Lifeguarding was that!” Thomas explained that there is a lot more to being a lifeguard than people may realise.
A number of opportunities will be available for you to share your feedback, including 11 vox pops held across Whitehorse, two drop-in sessions and an online survey.
Image: concept design of driving range Construction update Early works at Morack Public Golf Course and Driving Range have been completed with trenches dug for power, communications and sewer connections. Works have commenced to clear space for the new mini golf area. The first week of September will see the demolition of all existing buildings, to make way for the new multipurpose pavilion. A cut-through from the first to the tenth tee has been created to allow improved access for golfers during works.
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Have your say Share your ideas and provide feedback on issues and projects that matter to you!
Engaging with our Whitehorse community
Since then, the average number of survey responses per engagement has nearly doubled from 80 to 154. The number of people who look at a consultation and fill out a survey before leaving the webpage has also increased from 20% to 42%.
A greater understanding of the social value of our facilities will help inform the development of a set of pricing frameworks that will support a healthy and connected community. We also invite you to express interest in attending a facilitated group discussion, where we can learn, in depth, more about how you use and enjoy our spaces and places. To express interest in attending the focus group, please email gov.auspaces.and.places@whitehorse.vic.
Open Space Strategy
You’re invited to have your say on our new Whitehorse Open Space Strategy.
The strategy will be an innovative and forward-thinking guide to how we sustainably manage, protect and grow our open space network to support a healthy and liveable community over the next 15 years. At Whitehorse, we’re fortunate to have more than 170 playgrounds, over 20 bushland reserves and more than 350 parks, with ‘open space’ representing more than 10% of the Publicmunicipality. openspaces are great community assets. They support health and wellbeing, enhance social cohesion and are an important tool to tackle environmental challenges such as the urban heat island effect, biodiversity loss and climate change.
Visit the website for more details or for help phone Council’s Open Space Planner Iris Wang on 0479 196 525.
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Prices for using Council places and spaces
Our population has grown by more than 25,000 people since our existing strategy was developed in 2007, changing the way we use and need open spaces. Have your say Help us understand your experiences and ideas for our open space network, including where we need more open space and how we can improve existing spaces. Learn more at one of our six pop ups across Whitehorse. Council Officers will be there to listen to your ideas and there will be giveaways and activities for children. You can also share your ideas at our facilitated workshop on (date).
Our new Your Say platform, launched in June 2021, has almost 1100 registered users, compared to about 180 on our previous platform.
Submissions open on 17 September and close on 13 November 2022.
Council owns a number of community facilities that many people and groups can enjoy.
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A big thank you everyone who has participated in our community engagements in the past year!
We’re committed to engaging in an inclusive, genuine and appropriate way to inform our work. Consultation is important to help us understand community views on a wide range of topics.
We’ve invested in improving our engagement approach and are happy to see an increasing number of people in the community getting involved.
Some of our most popular engagements in that time were: Project Participants Domestic Animal Management Plan 707 Food and Garden Waste Service 696 Waste services charge 569 Play space updates 469 Level Crossing Removal Mont Albert Masterplan 355 We encourage everyone to sign up to Your Say to keep informed of future activities happening in your area and share your feedback. L More information: yoursay.whitehorse.vic.gov.au
After we get this feedback, we’ll be doing a second round of consultation later in the year on a draft pricing framework and policies. The consultation opens from 12 September to 9 October 2022. L More information: yoursay.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/prices
We want to hear from our community about what you value about our places and spaces. We’ll use this information to review our frameworks for leasing, licencing or hiring our facilities. We recognise that when you or your community group uses our facilities, you experience a whole range of benefits, such as meeting people, making friends, being physically active, learning new things, or being part of a community group. Council dedicates a large part of its budget to providing and maintaining these places and spaces. We’d love to hear just how you use these facilities and what you get out of using them.
WE CAME TO WHITEHORSE TO SHARE A HARMONY OF TASTES
When: 8 to 15 September
EASTBRIDGE MIGRANT HOSTEL
Where: Online Digital Presentation Cost: Free Learn about a variety of people who called Box Hill home. Meet a proud Wakka Wakka and Waanyi woman, a conservationist, some entertainers, a police commissioner and a field naturalist.
Participate in a trivia night led by Rev. Shane Hűbner and help raise money for the Box Hill Historical Society.
When: 8 to 15 September
WE CAME TO WHITEHORSE
WHAT DID THEY LOOK FOR THEN AND NOW?
When: Monday 12 September, 2pm – 3pm Where: Blackburn Library, Blackburn Rd & Central Rd Blackburn Cost: Free (Bookings essential)
COOKING CLASS
When: Thursday 8 September, 10am – 10.45am Where: Box Hill Town Hall –Matsudo Room, 1022 Whitehorse Road, Box Hill Cost: Free (Bookings essential)
THEY STAYED IN WHITEHORSE
Where: Online Digital Presentation Cost: Free This video captures the history, progress and people of the Eastbridge migrant hostel. The hostel initially catered to British migrants and later welcomed people from across Europe and refugees from Indochina who arrived in 1976. The hostel closed in 1983.
WE CAME TO WHITEHORSE STORYTELLING WORKSHOP When: Thursday 15 September, 10am – 12.30pm Where: Vermont Library, Pavey Place, Vermont South Cost: Free (Bookings essential)
Join members of the Box Hill and Surrey Hills Historical Societies as they take you on a tour of some interesting people who made Whitehorse their home.
When: Saturday 10 September, 10am – 1pm Where: Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct, 449 – 465 Springvale Road, Forest Hill Cost: $15 (Bookings essential) We will learn how to prepare and share Greek Zucchini Bake, Guatemalan (Corn) Atole de Elote and Iranian meatballs, Anarbij (Anar Bij)
THEY CAME TO WHITEHORSE
Urban historian Emeritus Professor Graeme Davison AO will reflect on how COVID-19 has made us more appreciative of our own streets and neighbourhoods.
Discover your past with help from Family History Connections who will get you started with researching your family history.
WE CAME TO WHITEHORSE FAMILY HISTORY WORKSHOP
Heritage Week 2022
WE CAME TO WHITEHORSE BOX HILL VIGNETTES
WE CAME TO WHITEHORSE TO HAVE FUN When: Friday 9 September, 7.30pm – 10pm Where: St Peter’s Church Hall, 1038 Whitehorse Road, Box Hill Cost: $20 per person; or book a table of 8 (Bookings essential)
We came to Whitehorse
In this workshop, you will learn how you came to live in Whitehorse and explore your connection to this area. You will be guided and learn how to share an oral story by experienced oral storyteller and teacher, Kate Lawrence.
When: Friday 9 September, 10.30am – 12.30pm Where: Box Hill Cemetery, 395 Middleborough Rd, Box Hill Cost: $15 – Special Heritage Week price (Bookings essential)
Fanghua Senior Arts performers perform two of their traditional dances. Each of the dances expresses their connection to their cultural heritage. Then, watch the Taiwanese Women perform their weekly line dancing routine.
WE CAME TO WHITEHORSE TO EXCHANGE SEED SAVING ACROSS THE GENERATIONS AND CONTINENTS!
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* WE CAME TO WHITEHORSE TO START A NEW LIFE CHASING THE DRAGON’S TALE
The Box Hill Historical Society interviewed Chinese residents who have lived in Whitehorse for many years. Five residents shared their experiences. Join the Box Hill Historical Society as they launch the four short videos they have produced.
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* WE CAME TO WHITEHORSE TO WORK, LEARN AND PLAY SCHWERKOLT COTTAGE
When: Tuesday 13 September, 11.30am – 12.30pm Where: Box Hill Community Arts Centre, 470 Station Street, Box Hill Cost: WatchFreethe
SHARING OUR MIGRATION STORIES – POP UP DECAL STORY TRAIL
When: 8 September to 5 December Where: Decals with QR codes placed along footpath in Box Hill Central Cost: WatchFreeand listen to local residents sharing their stories of how they migrated to Australia and made Whitehorse their home. Follow the decal story trail on the footpath in Box Hill Central, scan the QR code with your mobile phone and watch residents proudly re-live their unique experience.
* FIRST PEOPLES ART IN WHITEHORSE When: 8 to 15 September Hours: Tuesday to Friday 10am – 4pm and 12noon – 4pm on Saturdays Where: All Nations Foyer –Whitehorse Artspace, Box Hill Town Hall, 1022 Whitehorse Rd, Box Hill Cost: DuringFreeHeritage Week, selected artworks from the Indigenous Origins Folio will be on display, together with an important work by Aunty Zeta Thomson, a respected elder of the Wurundjeri and Yorta Yorta people, renowned artist and advocate for the rights of Australia’s First Peoples.
WE CAME TO WHITEHORSE
HERITAGE FAMILY DAY When: Sunday 11 September, 11am – 4pm Where: Schwerkolt Cottage and Museum Complex, Deep Creek Road, Mitcham Cost: Free Join us at Schwerkolt Cottage for a fun day of free family activities, Including games, live music, vintage cars, farm animals, heritage trades and craft demonstrations, art activities, storytelling and tours of the cottage.
* WE CAME TO WHITEHORSE TO PERFORM FANGHUA SENIOR ARTS PERFORMANCE CLUB INC. & TAIWANESE WOMENS DANCING CLUB
When: Saturday 10 September, 11am Where: Box Hill Library –Bert Lewis Room, 1040 Whitehorse Rd, Box Hill Cost: Free (Bookings essential)
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Join us for Heritage Week from 8 to 15 September 2022. For all Bookings and Event Information
WE CAME TO WHITEHORSE
When: Wednesday 14 September, 5.30pm – 7pm Where: Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct, 449-465 Springvale Road, Forest Hill Cost: $10 (Bookings essential) This seed saving workshop pays homage to generations of local gardeners who shared their knowledge of plants and gardening from around the world. Learn tips for harvesting, cleaning and storing seeds for spring and the coming seasons. You can also bring along saved seeds to swap on the night.
When: 6 August to 26 September Hours: Saturday and Sunday 2pm – 5pm Where: Schwerkolt Cottage and Museum Complex –Visitor Centre Display, Deep Creek Road, Mitcham Cost: Free A display in the Visitor Centre will feature the story of the Louise Multicultural Community Centre that was formed in 1984. This Centre assisted migrants from Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam who came to the Eastbridge Hostel and Migrant Centre in Whitehorse.
BOX HILL COMMUNITY ARTS CENTRE (BHCAC)
Date: Everyday in school holidays: Mon to Fri 12 – 4pm, Sat and Sun 1 – 4pm Ages: All ages Cost: Included with entry into the pool ($6.30 for kids 5-15 years)
The Alphabet of Awesome Science Join prank-pulling professors Lexi Con and Noel Edge for a thrilling voyage through the alphabet. This fun family show full of scientific surprises is explosive, messy, spectacular, hilarious and gross.
Date: Everyday, subject to court availability Cost: $5.70 Indoor court hire Basketball, Netball, Volleyball, Badminton or Soccer? You pick. Hire a whole or half court these school holidays. Suitable for all ages.
Date: Various Ages: 6 -12 years Cost: $85
Still life drawing Visual artist Monika Poray will share the skills required to draw objects from nature. Learn various drawing techniques such as shading, creating a lifelike picture and how to sketch from observation.
Date: Weekdays in the school holidays, check website for latest times Ages: All ages Cost: Included with entry into the pool ($6.30 for kids 5-15 years)
Chillzone
Chatterbox for kids
Many of our local birds and animals make their home in tree hollows. Join us on a walk around the precinct spotting hollows, taking a look inside and maybe meeting the occupants!
Date: 17,18,24,25 September and 1, 2 October Ages: Families, all ages (children must be accompanied by a guardian) Cost: Free WHITEHORSE ARTSPACE Drop-by drawing Eye spy with my little eye… a moth, a frog, the moon, a roo…how about you?
AQUALINK BOX HILL Chillzone
Date: Wednesday 28 September, 10am – 12 noon Ages: 3-10 years, accompanied by a guardian Cost: $40 per child
Where: Box Hill Town Halll Ages: 5+ years Cost: Full $22, Families of 4+ $20 each
These are a brief selection of activities happening around Whitehorse. To see the full program and make a booking, visit school-holidayswww.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/
All Day Art Day
Test your detective skills and hunt for treasure around Schwerkolt Cottage and the Museum.
Date: Everyday, subject to court availability Cost: Peak $35, off peak $29 (off peak is 6am – 5pm Mon to Fri; all other times are peak)
Date: Check availability with the centre Cost: Whole court: peak $59.6, off peak $44. Half court: peak $31, off peak $23 (Off peak is 9am – 5pm Mon to Fri)
AQUALINK NUNAWADING
8 September 2022
Whitehorse Spring School Holiday Program
Pop in for some fun drawing activities where kids will be inspired by the ‘Kangaroo Clouds and Cotton Ducks’ exhibition by Jeff Gardner.
Practise your basketball skills with casual shooting available. Stay as long as you like. You can leave for lunch or have a break at our café and come back. Suitable for all ages.
STRATHDON HOUSE AND ORCHARD PRECINCT Make a seed bomb! Get messy and muddy in nature for this fun workshop on how to make seed bombs. Plant them and encourage biodiversity by bringing native birds and pollinators to your local area.
Date: Wednesday 28 September, 1pm
SCHWERKOLT COTTAGE
Collect your chatterbox and search the site using the clues provided for an old-fashioned reward.
Join us for a jam-packed day of creative fun! Children will rotate across three themed activities designed for them to explore their artistic side in a fun and supportive environment.
Date: Thursday 22 September, 12 noon – 1.30pm (6 -11 yrs) and 2.30pm – 4pm (12+ years) Ages: 6 11 years and 12+ years Cost: $15 per child
Date: 20 September – 1 October. During open hours (Tuesday – Friday 10am – 4pm and Saturdays 12 – 4pm). Closed Friday 23 Sept. Ages: Families, all ages (children must be accompanied by a guardian) Cost: Free ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION Who’s home? Tree hollows and wildlife
Tennis/Outdoor Soccer Feel like a hit or a kick? We’ve got space for tennis and soccer outside Aqualink Box Hill. Suitable for all ages.
SPORTLINK Casual basketball shooting
Are you brave enough to jump off the 3 metre diving board!? Or maybe the 1m diving board is more your style. The tarzan rope is also a school holiday favourite activity.
When and where: 21 September, 10am – 11.30am at Blackburn Lake Sanctuary 28 September, 10am – 11.15am at Abbey’s Walk/Campbell’s Croft 30 September, 10am – 11.15am at Yarran Dheran Ages: All ages Cost: Free WHITEHORSE PERFORMING ARTS
Create memories with hours of fun at Aqualink Nunawading. Small and large inflatables will be set up in the pool. Active kids will love swinging off the tarzan rope.
Seniors Festival
www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/seniors-festival
Whitehorse
Host: Box Hill Historical Society Where: Suite 7, Community Hub, Box Hill Town Hall, 1022 Whitehorse Rd, Box Hill Why not pay a visit and find out what information our archives hold on your family. Enquires: (03) 9285 4808
Tuesday 4 October 2022 1.00pm – 2.30pm
Where: Vermont South Library, Pavey Place, Vermont South Kintsugi is the Japanese art of mending broken pottery pieces together with gold. Learn how to transform your broken pottery. into a work of art. Bookings are essential. Enquires: (03) 9872 8650
Tuesday 4 October 2022 11.00am – 12.00pm
Ageism Awareness Desert Island Reads with Jane Caro & Joanna Nell
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10.00am – 4.00pm, with official proceedings on stage at 12.30pm Host: U3A Nunawading, with support from Whitehorse City Council Where: CelebrateNunawading96-106CommunityNunawadingHub,SpringvaleRd,theopening of the Whitehorse Seniors Festival. Learn about the Festival, enjoy music, performances and displays by U3A Nunawading members, see displays by Whitehorse Arts and learn about the Lapidary Club. BYO Chair. Food available for purchase. Enquires: (03) 9878 3898
Tuesday 4 October 2022 7.00pm – 8.00pm Host: ManninghamWhitehorseLibraries
Throughout the month of October, we celebrate ageing positively with a diverse mix of online and in person events. Bookings are online or via the event host www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ seniors-festival Events are free unless otherwise listed.
Where: Nunawading Library, 379 Whitehorse Road, BringNunawadingyourgrandparent or older friend to storytime for some special stories, songs and crafts to remind us to appreciate our favourite seniors Enquires: (03) 9872 8600
Whitehorse Seniors Festival 1 - 31 October 2022 For more information contact Customer Service on (03) 9262 6333.
2022 Whitehorse Seniors Festival – Launch Event
Intsugi – Golden Joinery
Host: ManninghamWhitehorseLibraries
Finding your Box Hill Family
Storytime with your favourite younger person
Please note: event details may change after time of printing due to circumstances beyond our control Moving Together –chair based exercise Monday 3 October 2022 11.00am – 12.00pm Host: HealthAbility Where: 43 Carrington Rd, Box Hill Join our Moving Together exercise session to build balance and strength while seated in a chair, followed by a free light lunch. Participants will be contacted by a health professional before the session to discuss personal requirements. Bookings are essential. Enquires: (03) 9430 9100
10 September 2022
Host: ManninghamWhitehorseLibraries
The Victorian Seniors Festival and Whitehorse City Council present 2022 SeniorsWhitehorseFestival
Tuesday 4 October 2022 11.00am – 3.00pm
Where: Online event - Zoom invite will be emailed to registered participants at least one hour prior to event Join a panel featuring authors Jane Caro and Joanna Nell in-conversation with Claire Halliday to be inspired and transformed by the power of fiction. Bookings are essential. Enquires: (03) 9872 8600
Host: Whitehorse City Council & Australian Energy Foundation Where: Boyland Room, Box Hill Town Hall, 1022 Whitehorse Rd, Box LearnHillsimple tips on how to make your home, unit or apartment more energy efficient from Whitehorse Council’s energy advisory partners, Australian Energy Foundation. Bookings are essential. Enquires: 0481 060 536
Thursday 6 October 2022 11.00am – 12.00pm Host: ManninghamWhitehorseLibraries
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eMagazines eNewspapersand Friday 7 October 2022 11.30am – 12.30pm
Host: Surrey Park Model Boat Club Where: Surrey Park Lake, Surrey Park, off Standard Avenue, Box Hill South Come down and see model sailing and motorised boats on Surrey Park Lake. Enquires: 0468 460 039 Energy efficiency for homeowners, apartments and Wednesdayrenters 5 October 2022 10.00am –12.00pm
Where: Vermont South Library, Pavey Place, Vermont South Bring your grandparent or older friend to storytime for some special stories, songs and crafts to remind us to appreciate our favourite seniors. Enquires: (03) 9872 8650 Games Event Extravaganza
Friday 7 October 2022 2.00pm – 3.00pm Host: ManninghamWhitehorseLibraries
Where: Vermont South Library, Pavey Place, Vermont South As part of the ‘Every Age Counts’ campaign, come and play games with us. All ages welcome. Bookings are essential. Enquires: (03) 9872 8650 An introduction to researching your family history using our extensive library resources. Bookings are essential. Enquires: (03) 9877 3789
Wednesday 5 October 2022 10.00am – 11.30am
Host: Family History Connections Where: 1/41 Railway Road, ComeBlackburnand enjoy an introduction to researching your family history using our extensive library resources. Bookings are essential. Enquires: (03) 9877 3789 Surrey Park Model Boat Club Open Day
Host: Family History Connections Where: 1/41 Railway Road, Blackburn
Friday 7 October 2022 11.00am – 12.00pm Host: ManninghamWhitehorseLibraries
Try Lawn Bowls Thursday 6 October 2022 3.00pm – 6.00pm Host: Heatherdale Recreation and Bowls Club Where: 114 Heatherdale Road, ComeMitchamand try lawn bowls/ barefoot bowls Enquires: (03) 9722 9554
Enquires: (03) 9872 8650 Exploring Family History Friday 7 October 2022 10.00am – 12.00pm
Storytime with your favourite younger person
Where: Box Hill Library: 1040 Whitehorse Road, Box Hill Bring your grandparent or older friend to storytime for some special stories, songs and crafts to remind us to appreciate our favourite seniors. Enquires: (03) 9896 4300 Storytime with your favourite younger person Friday 7 October 2022 11.00am – 12.00pm Host: ManninghamWhitehorseLibraries
Host: ManninghamWhitehorseLibraries Where: Vermont South Library, Pavey VermontPlace,South 3133 Learn how to access our eMagazine collections on your device. Prerequisites: Your own tablet, laptop or smart phone, library card and PIN Bookings are essential.
Bookings: Online or via the event host
Thursday 6 October 2022 10.00am – 12.00pm
Where: Blackburn Library: Cnr Blackburn & Central Roads, BringBlackburnyour grandparent or older friend to storytime for some special stories, songs and crafts to remind us to appreciate our favourite seniors. Enquires: (03) 9896 8400
Storytime with your favourite younger person
Exploring Family History
Come and have a cup of tea and listen to people who enjoy singing for the joy of it. Tea and coffee available. Enquires: betty_shaw@hotmail.com
Solo & Five Hundred –card Tuesdaygames11 October 2022 2.00pm – 3.00pm Host: U3A Box Hill Where: Strabane Hall, 29 Strabane Ave, Mont Albert North Socialise and develop skills. Tea and coffee available. Enquires: betty_shaw@hotmail.com with a high visibility vest, safety glasses and a hard hat to wear on site. Please note information on what to wear and bring, this is available when booking. Bookings are essential. Enquires: (03) 9262 6333
Host: NeighbourhoodBennettswoodHouse
Tour of Council’s Organics Recovery Facility
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Uke‘n Play
Finding your Box Hill Family Tuesday 11 October 2022 11.00am – 3.00pm
Music for PleasureChoral 1.30pmMondayPerformance10October2022–2.30pm Host: U3A Box Hill
Where: Strabane Hall, 29 Strabane Ave, Mont Albert North
Tuesday 11 October 2022 9.00am – 1.00pm
Where: Bus transport provided. Meet at entrance of Nunawading Library, 379 Whitehorse Road Nunawading Join a tour of our food and garden organics processing facility, Biogro in Dandenong South. You will be provided
Getting Older / Staying Strong
Host: Box Hill Historical Society Where: Suite 7, Community Hub, Box Hill Town Hall, 1022 Whitehorse Road
Drawing Class Monday 10 October 2022 1.00pm – 1.30pm Host: U3A Box Hill Where: Mont Albert Pavilion, Mont Albert Reserve, Dunloe Ave, Mont Albert North Drawing atmosphere.demonstratedtechniquesinafriendly
Enquires: betty_shaw@hotmail.com
Monday(Beginners)Ukulele10October 2022 11.30am – 12.30pm
Tour of Worship – Bus trip to Lord Ganesha Temple Tuesday 11 October 2022 11.00am – 2.30pm Host: Whitehorse Interfaith Network – Whitehorse City Council Where: Bus transport provided. Meet at Walker Park, 413 Whitehorse Road Nunawading Visit the recently renovated Lord Ganesha Temple, learn about Hindu culture as well as meeting new people. Lunch provided. Bookings are essential. Enquires: (03) 9262 6443
Exercise to Music Tuesday 11 October 2022 11:15am – 12:15pm Host: U3A Box Hill Where: Strabane Hall, 29 Strabane Ave, Mont Albert North Keep flexible while you socialise and build strength. Wear comfy clothes. Tea and coffee available. Enquires: betty_shaw@hotmail.com
Introduction to strength building exercises suitable to your abilities with a qualified, skilled instructor. Feeling physically strong also promotes mental and emotional health. Wear loose comfortable clothing and gym shoes suitable for gentle exercises. BYO water bottle with fitted lid. Bookings are essential. Enquires: (03) 9888 0234
Why not pay a visit and find out what information our archives hold on your family. Enquires: (03) 9285 4808
Where: 7 Greenwood Street, Burwood 3125 Ukulele is such a fun and social way to play music. Learn to play popular songs on the ukulele in a fun-filled introductory session. Bookings are essential.
– Strength Training
Tuesday 11 October 2022 4.30pm – 5.30pm Host: NeighbourhoodBennettswoodHouse Where: 7 Greenwood Street, Burwood – rear entrance
Whitehorse Seniors Festival 1 - 31 October 2022
Host: Whitehorse City Council
Enquires: (03) 9888 0234
Koobabbie: the story of a Western Australian Station 1906 –Wednesday202112 October 2022 11.00am – 12.00pm Host: U3A Box Hill Where: Strabane Hall, 29 Strabane Ave, Mont Albert North 3129 Wendy Le Get shares this interesting life story. Enquires: betty_shaw@hotmail.com
Thursday 13 October 2022 10:45Am – 12:15PM
Host: Whitehorse City Council Where: The Packing Shed, Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct, 449-465 Springvale Rd, Forest Co-hostedHill by Whitehorse Council and Compost Community, this session will Tour of Council’s Organics Recovery
Bookings: Online or via the event host Knitting & Crochet
WednesdayFacility12October 2022 9.00am – 1.00pm Host: Whitehorse City Council Where: Bus transport provided. Meet at entrance of Nunawading Library, 379 Whitehorse Road JoinNunawadingatourof our food and garden organics processing facility, Biogro in Dandenong South. You will be provided with a high visibility vest, safety glasses and a hard hat to wear on site. Please note informa tion on what to wear and bring is available when booking. Bookings are essential.
Enquires: (03) 9262 6333 Walk and Talk
Enquires: 0468 460 039 Practical Food Gardening
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Thursday 13 October 2022 10.00am – 11.00am Host: Macular Disease Foundation Australia Where: Online Event Learn how to preserve your sight through techniques and lifestyle changes. Bookings are essential. Enquires: 1800 111 709 offer a variety of cost effective and simple ways to start your food garden. Bookings are essential. Enquires: 0481 060 536 Mah ThursdayJong 13 October 2022 1.30pm – 2.00pm Host: U3A Box Hill Where: Strabane Hall –29 Strabane Ave, Mont Albert North 3129 Join in with regular players. Tea & coffee available. Enquires: betty_shaw@hotmail.com Try Lawn Bowls Thursday 13 October 2022 3.00pm – 6.00pm Host: Heatherdale Recreation and Bowls Club Where: 114 Heatherdale Road, ComeMitchamand try lawn bowls/ barefoot bowls Enquires: (03) 9722 9554 Small Creatures in your ThursdayGarden13 October 2022 8.00pm – 10.00pm Host: Vermont Garden Club Where: Meeting Hall, Horticultural Centre, 82 Jolimont Rd, Forest Hill Come along and hear Wendy Clark discuss “Small Creatures in your Garden”. Plants available for purchase. Enquires: 9878 1702 Koonung Cottage Open Day Friday 14 October 2022 9:15Am – 12.00pm Host: Koonung Cottage Community House Where: 109 Koonung Rd, Blackburn North 3130 Sample our activities and enjoy morning tea with our community. Includes strength training class at 9.15am. Bookings are essential. Enquires: (03) 9878 6632
Host: U3A Box Hill Where: The Scout Hall –23 – 27 Boondara Rd, Mont Albert North Drop in for a chat with this friendly group of craft devotees. Enquires: betty_shaw@hotmail.com
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Surrey Park Model Boat Club Open Day Wednesday 12 October 2022 10.00am – 11.30am Host: Surrey Park Model Boat Club Where: Surrey Park Lake, Surrey Park, off Standard Avenue, Box Hill South Come down and see model sailing and motorised boats on Surrey Park Lake.
Thursday 13 October 2022 10.00am – 12.30pm
Wednesday 12 October 2022 2.00pm – 3.30pm Host: Box Hill NeighbourhoodSouthHouse Where: 47 Kitchener Street, Box Hill South Join us for a walk along the Gardiners Creek trail and enjoy a cuppa and a chat at the House. Wear walking shoes. Enquires: (03) 9898 8270
Introduction to the Carer’s Gateway
Beeswax wraps
Monday 17 October 2022 2.00pm – 3.00pm Host: ManninghamWhitehorseLibraries
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Whitehorse Seniors Festival 1 - 31 October 2022 For more information contact Customer Service on (03) 9262 6333.
Enquires: (03) 9872 8650
Finding your Box Hill Family Tuesday 18 October 2022
Thursday 20 October 2022 10.00am – 11.30am Host: Box Hill NeighbourhoodSouthHouse Where: 47 Kitchener Street, Box Hill South Stop using plastic cling wrap, homemade beeswax wraps are a great alternative. You will learn how to make your own. Bring an apron. Cost: $10 Bookings are essential Enquires: (03) 9898 8270
Host: U3A Box Hill Where: Strabane Hall –29 Strabane Ave, Mont Albert North
Ralph Vaughan Williams, the man and his music Wednesday 19 October 2022 11.00am – 12.00pm
An interesting talk on the 150th birthday year of this great musician. Come and learn more, presentation by Jim Miller. Cost: Gold coin donation Enquires: betty_shaw@hotmail.com
Host: U3A Box Hill Where: Mont Albert Pavilion, Mont Albert Reserve, Dunloe Ave, Mont Albert North Come and see the professional at work. Enquires: betty_shaw@hotmail.com Box Hill Cemetery Tour –Medicos and Misadventures
Where: Vermont South Library, Pavey Place, Vermont South If you care for a family member or friend with disability, a Exercise to Music Tuesday 18 October 2022 11.15am – 12.15pm Host: U3A Box Hill Where: Strabane Hall, 29 Strabane Ave, Mont Albert North Keep flexible while you socialise and build strength. Wear comfy clothes. Enquires: betty_shaw@hotmail.com
11.00am – 3.00pm Host: Box Hill Historical Society Where: Suite 7, Community Hub, Box Hill Town Hall, 1022 Whitehorse Road, Box Hill Why not pay a visit and find out what information our archives hold on your family. Enquires: (03) 9285 4808
Tuesday 18 October 2022 1.00pm – 2.30pm Host: ManninghamWhitehorseLibraries Where: Vermont South Library, Pavey Place, Vermont South Create flowers from coloured paper and a few lengths of fine wire. All materials are supplied. Bookings are essential. Enquires: (03) 9872 8650 Solo & Five Hundred Tuesday 18 October 2022 2.00pm – 3.00pm Host: U3A Box Hill Where: Strabane Hall, 29 Strabane Ave, Mont Albert North Socialise and develop skills. Tea and coffee available. Enquires: betty_shaw@hotmail.com
Tai Chi Wednesdaydemonstration19October 2022 1.00pm – 2.00pm Host: U3A Box Hill Where: The Scout Hall, 23-27 Boondara Rd, Mont Albert North Join in or watch as our skilled leader introduces this ancient form of defence training whilst strengthening core muscles. Enquires: taichi4wellbeing@ymail.com
The Art of Paper Flowers
Sunday 16 October 2022 2.00pm – 4.00pm Host: Box Hill Historical Society Where: Box Hill Cemetery, Middleborough Road Box Hill Join guides from the Box Hill and Surrey Hills Historical Societies and learn about ondeathspandemics/epidemics/suddenearlierandtheimpacttheyhadpeople’slives. Cost: $15 Bookings are essential. Enquires: (03) 9285 4808 medical condition, mental illness, or who is frail, Carer’s Gateway can help you. Bookings are essential.
Karaoke Performance Friday 14 October 2022 11.00am – 12.30pm
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Enquires: (03) 9873 4587 Chinese Language & Culture Tuesday 25 October 2022 10.00am – 11.00am Host: U3A Box Hill Where: Strabane Hall29 Strabane Ave, Mont Albert North A chance to de-mystify this complicated language and the culture in which it is embedded. Enquires: betty_shaw@hotmail.com
Schwerkolt Cottage’s Stories and Hidden Treasures
Mah Jong Thursday 20 October 2022 1.30pm – 2.00pm Host: U3A Box Hill Where: Strabane Hall, 29 Strabane Ave, Mont Albert North 3129 Join in with regular players. Tea & coffee available. Enquires: betty_shaw@hotmail.com
Art-bound Morning Teas Monday 24-28 October 2022 10.00am –11.00am Host: Box Hill Community Arts Centre - City of Whitehorse Where: 470-476 Station Street Box Hill Join us for on-site morning teas, art demonstration and talks all week from the 24 - 28 October. Bookings are essential. Enquires: (03) 9895 8888
Mitcham Community House Open Day Saturday 22 October 2022 11.30am – 1.30pm Host: CommunityMitchamHouse Where: 19 Brunswick Road, ComeMitchamto our Open Day and enjoy the following fun, free activities: Baby animal farm, sausage sizzle, tea, coffee and cake and much more!
Tuesday 25 October 2022 11.00am – 3.00pm Host: Box Hill Historical Society Where: Suite 7, Community Hub, Box Hill Town Hall, 1022 Whitehorse Rd, Box Hill Why not pay a visit and find out what information our archives hold on your family. Enquires: (03) 9285 4808
Learn how to identify local Thursdaybirds20 October 2022 10.00am – 11.30am Host: Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct Where: Strathdon House reception, 449 – 465 Springvale Road, Forest Hill Make every bird count by taking part in the 2022 Aussie Backyard Bird Count. Join Ian Moodie for a walk to observe our local birds. Bring along your binoculars if you would like to hear some useful tips on binocular use. Bookings are essential. Enquires: (03) 9262 6158
Bookings: Online or via the event host Mah Jong Thursday 20 October 2022 1.30pm – 2.00pm Host: U3A Box Hill Where: Strabane Hall –29 Strabane Ave, Mont Albert North 3129 Join in with regular players. Tea & coffee available. Enquires: betty_shaw@hotmail.com
Try Lawn Bowls Thursday 20 October 2022 3.00pm – 6.00pm Host: Heatherdale Recreation and Bowls Club Where: 114 Heatherdale Road, ComeMitchamand try lawn bowls/ barefoot bowls Enquires: (03) 9722 9554
Thursday 20 October 2022 2.00pm – 4.00pm Host: HistoricalWhitehorseSociety Where: Visitor Centre, Schwerkolt Cottage & Museum Complex, 2 – 10 Deep Creek Rd, HearMitchamSchwerkolt family stories, learn the history of the building and discover the treasures found within the Cottage. Afternoon tea provided. Cost: Gold Coin Donation Bookings are essential. Enquires: 0409 230 058
Finding your Box Hill Family
Council is committed to tackling ageism. Ageism is stereotyping, discrimination and mistreatment based solely on a person’s age. When it is aimed at older people, ageism comes from negative attitudes and beliefs about what it means to be older. Ageism affects people’s self-confidence, quality of life, job prospects and health. To find out more about ageism, commitmentCouncil’sandhow you can support Council’s Ageism campaign visit
The Whitehorse Seniors Festival is part of the Victorian Seniors Festival For details, Forgov.au/victorian-seniors-festivalhttps://www.seniorsonline.vic.visitgeneralFestivalenquires contact 9262 6443, for specific event enquires please contact the host.
Whitehorse Seniors Festival 1 - 31 October 2022 For more information contact Customer Service on (03) 9262 6333.
Try Lawn Bowls Thursday 27 October 2022 3.00pm – 6.00pm Host: Heatherdale Recreation and Bowls Club Where: 114 Heatherdale Road, ComeMitchamand try lawn bowls/ barefoot bowls Enquires: (03) 9722 9554 eBooks & eAudiobooks Thursday 27 October 2022 10.00am – 11.00am Host: ManninghamWhitehorseLibraries Where: Nunawading Library, 379 Whitehorse Road, LearnNunawadinghowto access the Library’s collection of eBooks and eAudiobooks on your devices. Requirements: Your own device, AppleID/GooglePlay ID, library card & PIN Bookings are essential. Enquires: (03) 9872 8600
Solar and batteries for residential homes Tuesday 25 October 2022 6.30pm – 8.00pm Host: Whitehorse City Council & Australian Energy Foundation Where: Online Event This session will help you decide whether solar is for you, what size system will be best and if a battery will suit your needs. Bookings are essential. Enquires: www.whitehorse.vic. gov.au/ Toilet Warrior: changing the lives of WednesdayMillions26October 2022 11.00am – 12.00pm Host: U3A Box Hill Where: Strabane Hall, 29 Strabane Ave, Mont Albert North Speaker Mark Balla talks about an amazing journey through India and its consequences. Tea & coffee available. Cost: Gold coin donation Enquires: betty_shaw@hotmail.com Quilling Wednesday 26 October 2022 1.00pm – 2.30pm Host: ManninghamWhitehorseLibraries Where: Nunawading Library, 379 Whitehorse Road, Nunawading Quilling or paper filigree is an art form in which strips of paper that are rolled, shaped and glued together to create decorative designs. Bookings are essential. Enquires: (03) 9872 8600
Solo & Five Hundred Tuesday 25 October 2022 2.00pm – 3.00pm Host: U3A Box Hill Where: Strabane Hall, 29 Strabane Ave, Mont Albert North 3129 Socialise and develop skills. Tea and coffee available. Enquires: betty_shaw@hotmail.com Exercise to Music Tuesday 25 October 2022 11.15am – 12.15pm
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As a Victorian Seniors Card holder, you can explore metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria with free travel from Sunday 2 October to Sunday 09 October 2022 Jump on public transport for free to visit attractions across Melbourne as well as regional and rural locations for a variety of exciting activities and attractions. Need technology help? If you would like technology help to access the Festival please contact Whitehorse Manningham Libraries (or by phone Blackburn 9896 8400, Box Hill 9896 4300, Vermont South 9872 8650, Nunawading 9872 8600), to receive one-on-one phone and online support.
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Host: U3A Box Hill Where: Strabane Hall, 29 Strabane Ave, Mont Albert North 3129 Keep flexible while you socialise and build strength. Comfy clothes. Enquires: betty_shaw@hotmail.com
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“A macro portrait of one of the local cats living nearby with a strong personality. This piece portrays companionship in isolation. Being stuck at home for months makes you appreciate the people, pets, nature etc. around you more”.
During the pandemic, isolation was difficult for Gina. When her next door neighbour’s cat started coming over regularly it was a bonding experience Gina would look forward to. Gina said that being creative during the pandemic was her saving grace. It was one of the things she could look forward to each day and gave her an outlet to express her feelings.
Congratulations to our ‘EMERGE’ competition winners!
3rd LauraBethanyPrize:Cobbin Artwork: ‘Not Falling, but Levitating’ L More information: https://whitehorsecyc.com.au/
The Youth Art Competition is open to artists aged 12 – 28 who live, work or study in Whitehorse. Each artist has the opportunity to submit one work within the mediums of 2D (painting, drawing, printmaking & photography), 3D (ceramics, mosaics & sculpture) or Digital Artwork (video or sound). Prizes will be awarded for each category and artworks will be displayed at an exhibition running from 24 October – 18 November 2022. Registrations are open until 30 September 2022.
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Sophie began painting in 2020 and discovered she had a great passion for it. During the lockdowns she would paint as a form of relaxation. Sophie states that creating art gives her something to be proud of. She meticulously researches ideas for her paintings and also the varying techniques that can be used. Sophie acknowledges her art teacher Miss Stals, who has been an amazing support and advocate.
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“Emotional ups and downs, yet stuck in motion. My final two years of schooling isolated at a desk, social distancing while leading up to Year 12 exams. My 18th birthday not spent sharing drinks and food with friends but a compromised visit into the city, without the hustle and bustle of the norm. This digital collage where a mist sets upon the image represents a world in limbo. The girl in the yellow shirt levitating in the unknown, much like myself as I begin my commute into the adult world during this pandemic”.
1st Prize: Sophie Edis Age: Pronouns:15 she/her Website: Artwork:Instagram:www.sophieedis.comsophieedisart‘AWalkthroughCentral Park’ 2nd Prize: Gina Age: Pronouns:20 she/her Artwork: ‘Hunter Eye’
“This acrylic painting depicts the harsh realities that the pandemic had on our modern lives. Emergency hospitals were set up in public spaces and mass graves dug to cater for the number of people getting sick. The hazmat suits represent constant risk and worry of getting the virus and endangering the lives of you and others”.
Whitehorse Spring Festival is a free event that celebrates our talented and diverse community. This year’s Spring Festival theme of Our Backyard celebrates the community coming together and enjoying the collective backyard we all shareWhitehorse! We invite you to get involved, have some fun, embrace the backyard theme and get creative. The Spring Festival will be held at Nunawading Community Hub – Tunstall Park, 96-106 Springvale Rd, Nunawading. Principal Sponsor Deakin University and Major Sponsor Barry Plant are returning to support the 2022/2023 Festival Season. Look out for more information in the October edition of Whitehorse News.
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In early 2022, Youth ConneXions held a creative competition for young people to submit their pieces that expressed their experience of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mahoneys Ward Mark Lane 0435 387 mark.lane@whitehorse.vic.gov.au526
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Inclusion and Opportunity
Lake Ward Denise Massoud – Deputy Mayor 0409 230 denise.massoud@whitehorse.vic.gov.au499
Council has installed signage on nature strips around Whitehorse that educate and warn people about illegal dumping. Helping people understand how the hard waste system works and how to comply with local laws has proven to be highly effective in reducing illegal dumping.
Cootamundra Ward Andrew Munroe 0429 138 andrew.munroe@whitehorse.vic.gov.au140
Eley Ward Trudy Skilbeck 0435 188 trudy.skilbeck@whitehorse.vic.gov.au822
Elgar Ward Blair blair.barker@whitehorse.vic.gov.au0459Barker857280
The locations for the signage were determined from data gathered from SnapSendSolve, so thank you to all that have been reporting. It is a genuinely community-powered, technology-enabled, low cost and innovative approach to further improving our area.
WIN is an extraordinary collective of very diverse faith and life stories. The ability of the WIN member groups to meaningfully connect across such wide difference is an outstanding role model. I encourage all to consider engaging with the Inclusion Forums, and with WIN. The conversations in September and October will be listening exercises to discuss the place of social media in our connectedness, and, generally, how we all play a part in growing authentic inclusion, social justice and community driven harmony.
And a huge shout out to Peach (pictured), the latest corner milk-bar to café transformation in Whitehorse, cnr Holland and Fulton Roads, Blackburn South. A wonderful place for lots more community connection!
A winter sport season wraps up, I extend my sincere thanks to all of the participants and volunteers that make community sport possible. Our areas continues to enjoy growth and success with girl’s and women’s football. I am thrilled that we have an AFLW game at Box Hill City Oval on 4 September. Female cricket and football is having a positive influence on the entire community – it establishes in the minds of all that equality of access and opportunity has progressed beyond an expectation into a reality. This is pleasing social progress.
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At a recent ceremony, I was privileged to celebrate with local residents the Singh family (pictured).
On the last Sunday in July, on National Tree Day, I was pleased to join with the Blackburn & District Tree Preservation Society, local residents and members of the Smith family at the Blackburn Triangle to unveil a plaque commemorating Les’ contribution to our city. The Triangle is bush parkland that runs north along Blackburn Road from Canterbury Road. Les was Nunawading Citizen of the Year in 1975 and right up until his passing in 2018 Les was an active environmentalist in ActivelyWhitehorse.involved in Environment Victoria, Bungalook Nursery, Antonio Park, Yarran Dheran and Wandinong park advisory committees, his environmental knowledge and passion was second to none in our city. Les, affectionately dubbed the ‘Godfather’ of environmental advocacy in the City of Whitehorse and beyond, was honored with a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for his community service in the Queen’s Birthday Honors in June 2017.
Amidst the mounting challenges all communities face, there is no more powerful opportunity than the motivation, identity and belonging created by real inclusion. Real inclusion is about sitting alongside difference, instead of buffering ourselves by only being surrounded by what looks, thinks, believes, and talks, ‘like me’.
The state government recently released its assessment of the Suburban Rail Loop Inquiry and Advisory Committee recently. I congratulate the Council officers for a very high quality submission. While I have enduring concerns about the impact of the project, certain encouraging concessions have been made. These include provision of replacement parkland for the people of our city, and the establishment of a voluntary acquisition process – a preferable alternative to issuing residents close to the works and noise for years with earplugs.
I’m delighted to be part of the Whitehorse Interfaith Network (WIN) Inclusive Narratives conversation. These community dialogues are about ways to inclusively connect regarding faith and culture; and they are for everyone. An opening forum at the end of August discussed what it is like to come together again in learning to live with the pandemic. Narratives to come are “How Social Media is Shaping Whitehorse”, via Zoom, on Wednesday 21 September, 7pm to 8.30pm, and “Evolving Together as a Culturally Diverse Community”, Wednesday 19 October, 6pm to 7.30pm at the Box Hill Town Hall. Enquiries and RSVP to cdenquiries@whitehorse.vic.gov.au.
Whitehorse City Council is divided into 11 single-councillor wards. Our Councillors have been elected to serve until October 2024. Citizenship Ceremonies Due to COVID, Whitehorse has somewhat of a backlog of candidates awaiting to receive their citizenship. Hence, in recent months, we have been conducting ceremonies every few weeks at Box Hill Town Hall with around 140 adults and several dozen children each time.
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Thanks to requests from residents in Walker Ward, there are two new locations for the Whitehorse News: the Mitcham North Post Office and Coles Tunstall Square. I am pleased Council officers were able to so quickly facilitate this request to make the hard copy of Whitehorse News more accessible, especially to Mitcham North residents in Walker Ward. Other locations in Walker Ward include the Coles Mitcham and Councils Customer Service Centre in Nunawading. Heritage Family Day at Schwerkolt Cottage
I am so pleased to welcome back the annual Heritage family day at Schwerkolt Cottage Mitcham after a long period where we could not run the festival due to COVID-19 restrictions. The day will run on Sunday 11 September from 11am – 4pm at Schwerkolt Cottage on Deep Creek Road in Mitcham. So many free activities for everyone, step back in time for this year’s theme “We came to Whitehorse”. Congratulations to Mullauna Students participating in MUNA!
Simpson Ward Cr Prue Cutts 0409 867 prue.cutts@whitehorse.vic.gov.au540
I am so pleased that Mullauna College students were able to participate once again in the Model United Nations Assembly (MUNA). As the nominated delegate of India, they successfully argued for the other 19 represented countries on resolutions on climate change, violence against women and space governance. They also took away the “Best Overall School” award! Well done Alex, Casper, Andrew and liaison teacher Ms Leahy! Very exciting! The MASH Rotarians had their first Car Boot Sale on 28 August. The next two are 25 September and 23 October. There are 43 stall spaces available. It runs from 10am to 1pm in Hamilton Street. If you want to clear your home of clutter, raise some cash and support the community, approach David Winter in Bread Street and sign up for a stall now! It’s a fantastic community initiative well supported by Council. Council has made some changes to improve car parking within a 5-minute walk of Mont Albert Village, including changing Stanhope Street to 2P on both sides. The detours can be very frustrating but please be patient and persistent and enjoy the Village Vibe.
Kingsley Ward Cr Amanda McNeill 0435 158 amanda.mcneill@whitehorse.vic.gov.au360
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Whitehorse News is available online www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/whitehorse-news
Wattle Ward Cr Andrew Davenport 0407 652 andrew.davenport@whitehorse.vic.gov.au145
Sparks Ward Cr Tina Liu – Mayor 0418 121 tina.liu@whitehorse.vic.gov.au357
Image: With Vermont resident Caroline Edge, and award-winning sustainability advocate, ethical fashion speaker and stylist, Nina Gbor
Walker Ward Cr Ben Stennett 0448 375 ben.stennett@whitehorse.vic.gov.au937
Our FOGO program has been a major success so far. Please call 9262 6333 to book a lime green-lidded bin if you don’t have one! Reducing textile waste is the next big challenge. Fashion, along with its supply chain, is the planet’s third largest polluter after food construction.andI’d love to hear your thoughts on how Council can further reduce waste. Simpson Ward has been a hive of activity with a fantastic new neighbourhood playground delivered in Abbey Walk, Culbara Drive, Vermont. Lock up of the Heatherdale Reserve pavilion is expected in October with handover to Clubs expected in December. The massive multi-billion dollar Melbourne Water pipe upgrade continues, slowly progressing along Percy Street in DiscussionMitcham. with VicRoads regarding the testing and licencing centre on Heatherdale Road and its impact on our streets and local community continues with Council officers and myself, with input from Rangeview Primary School Principal, Marika Ferguson.
I am one of two Councillors on the Whitehorse Environment and Sustainability Reference Group, along with community members and senior Council officers. I love being on this group as we can influence the Council agenda. There is always heated debate on issues which impact our municipality, such as waste and rubbish, water management, climate change mitigation, the Urban Forest Strategy and tree canopy, recycling, and FOGO (food organics, garden organics).
Terrara Ward Cr Raylene Carr 0400 886 raylene.carr@whitehorse.vic.gov.au889
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The Village traders of Mont Albert and Surrey Hills have joined forces forming the Union Station Residents and Retailers Association to fight for a better deal for both Villages from the LXRP. Major works start early next year. Contact Peter at Hair by Who, upstairs in the Village to get involved.
Mont Albert Reserve (MAR) on Demand lighting continues until the end of the month and will return next April. 6.30am to 7.30am weekdays and evenings 5pm to 8.30pm 7 days. Great to see people out walking with their dogs. Lacrosse is back at MAR this season and cricket starting up again soon. If you are part of a community group in Kingsley Ward, I want to hear from you. The upcoming State Election is an opportunity for me and Council to advocate for funding community projects. Please contact me with your ideas. Enjoy Spring!
Data from McCrindle’s Australia towards 2031 report indicates that consumers are increasingly more focused on ethical and sustainable purchasing. Over two thirds of Australians value shopping locally more than they did three years ago.
The preference for local is likely related to the increasing desire for walkable communities, with 58% of Australians valuing a walkable community more now than they did three years ago.
I encourage everyone to enjoy the early morning sunshine at Gardiners Creek parkrun. This fun, free event takes place every Saturday at 8am. Whether you’re a speedy or slower-paced runner, parkrun is suitable for all ability levels and is completely volunteer-run. To find out more, visit www.parkrun.com.au/gardinerscreek/
The 2023 calendar celebrates the theme ‘Diverse and Inclusive Community’.
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Buy Local: Tweak your shopping habits for spring
The Calendar includes dates of annual events happening in Whitehorse, so you can stay up-to-date with what’s on.
Sweet Lime Cafe is Council’s 5-Star Food Safe business for September for achieving outstanding results in Council’s food safety assessment. Find out about other local businesses that achieved excellent star ratings by ehealth-portalwww.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/visiting
Young Australians have fast become the biggest contributors to the workforce as well as the consumer economy. They are leading the charge in ensuring that their values align with the brands they choose.
Is it time you did a spring clean on your shopping habits and started looking closer within your neighbourhood for the goods and services you use? A simple tweak of purchasing gifts from stores supporting local artisans and producers or buying an online voucher for a service provided by the business down the road will make all the difference in your carbon footprint as well as supporting the local economy.
Spring has sprung in Wattle Ward!
Sweet Lime Cafe
5-Star Food Safe Program
Image: Laburnum Village
Remember: supporting local is everybody’s business.
It doesn’t take much to change our purchasing habits.
Address: 630 Mitcham Road, Mitcham Trading hours: Monday – Friday 6am – 4pm Saturday and Sunday 7am – 3pm Website: www.sweetlimecafe.com.au
If we learned throughout the past two years, it is that supporting local is as easy as stepping outside your front door or going online.
If you’re not already registered to receive a copy, fill out the online form at the link below. If your details have changed or you would like to opt out, email Moresmc@whitehorse.vic.gov.auinformation: whitehorse-calendarwww.whitehorse.vic.goc.au/
The Box Hill South skate park (pictured) is also a great way to get active, get outdoors and test your skills. There is a separate beginner’s area, ramps for intermediate and advanced skaters, a half-sized basketball court and additional seating, shade shelters and automatic lighting. It is located on the corner of Canterbury Road and Middleborough Road. If you’re after something a bit more chilled out, take a stroll around Wattle Park. Or if hayfever’s got you down, retreat indoors to the library at Deakin University’s Burwood campus. You don’t have to be a student or alumni to join – community membership is available. For more information, visit use-our-libraries/membership/community-and-ouawww.deakin.edu.au/library/
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For a listing of our local businesses, go to whitehorse-open-businesswww.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/
Giving old clothes new life Council staff providing both indoor and outdoor services wear out many pieces of uniform and gear each. What happens to Council uniforms when they’re beyond their useful life as garments? Council has partnered with Upparel to collect and recycle these old uniforms. From April to June, we stopped 71kg of textiles from being sent to landfill. This has prevented approximately 294kg of greenhouse gases from polluting the earth’s Climateatmosphere.change is a key focus for Whitehorse City Council and our work is guided by Council’s Sustainability Strategy and Climate Response Plan. We will continue to invest in initiatives that benefit the environment and reduce our climate impact. We’re looking forward to sending off another load of uniforms in September.
Snap, send, solve and win!
L More information: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/hard-waste
There are a few rules to follow: ▪ Book your collection before removing items from your house
New trees have been planted in Whitehorse to improve the health and wellbeing of the community. Trees provide clean air, improved biodiversity, cooling and shading in the summer and reduced impacts of flooding. The initiative is part of our Urban Forest Strategy Vision for a diverse, healthy and resilient urban forest. Council planted over 3,900 trees during the 2021/22 financial year. We are aiming to increase tree canopy cover to 30% by 2050. Every new tree helps get closer to this. If you notice any vandalism to trees in public places please let Council know at ParksandNaturalEnvironment@whitehorse.vic.gov.au
Good things come in trees
▪ Only place items out for collection the weekend (by Sunday) before your collection week, no earlier ▪ Tie up your branches or prunings in small bundles that are easy to handle
Participate in SNAPtember this year to spring clean your neighbourhood. Snap Send Solve is offering Whitehorse residents the chance to win $250 each week of September, plus $250 to donate to the charity of your choice. There is a different community focus for each week: Week 1 (1 – 11 Sept): Dumped rubbish Week 2 (12 – 18 Sept): Abandoned trolleys Week 3 (19 – 25 Sept): Overgrown vegetation Week 4 (26 – 30 Sept): Graffiti Snap Send Solve is a free smartphone app that makes reporting community issues easy. If you see an issue while you’re out, you can let Council know with only a few taps. Get involved in SNAPtember by downloading the app via the link below. Happy snapping!
L More information: www.snapsendsolve.com
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L More information: sustainabilitywww.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/
▪ Neatly place items on the nature strip within a 3 cubic metre space (3m x 1m x 1m).
L More information: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/urban-forest
Remember, booked hard waste left out too early will be considered illegal dumping and you risk receiving a fine. It also increases the risk of dumpers adding to your pile and your waste not getting collected.
Hard waste. Do it right!
Whether you’re decluttering or moving out, don’t forget to book your hard waste collection. Households in our municipality are entitled to two free booked hard waste collections per financial year. We accept items like furniture, electronic appliances, mattresses and bundled branches.
Fortunately, neither she nor any kids got stung that day.
Bette said she continued to work, only realising later when reporting back that the crossing could have been moved away from the beehive.
Caring for the Community
“You’re engaging with the community every day, so just be nice to them and they’ll be nice to you.”
If you’re interested in becoming a school crossing supervisor, apply at mercury.com.auhttps://whitehorsecitycouncil.
Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct
Your Edible garden: Springing into Spring Get an early start on your veggie patch this Spring. You’ll have tomatoes before Christmas, basil in abundance, zillions of zucchinis and salad greens that don’t cost a fortune.
LEARN: How to Repair Rips and Tears
When: Friday 2 September Who: Adults Time: 10am – 12pm Cost: $25 per person
Many of us have fond memories of greeting our local school crossing supervisor when commuting to school or dropping our kids off in the morning. It was a chance encounter with the supervisor at her own children’s school crossing that set Bette Benjamin on the path to become one herself. 41 years later, she is still holding the bat with no plans of retiring any time soon. “I was taking the kids to school one morning and the supervisor told me that her colleague around the corner was retiring. She asked me if I would be interested in the job,” Bette recalled.
All programs listed below will be run at Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct, 449 – 465 Springvale Forest Hill Victoria 3131.
MAKE: A seasonal signpost calendar Seasonal Signpost Calendars map the changes in our environment, helping us to notice the cycles of nature, including noticing the relationships between plants and animals in our environments. Sofia Sabbagh will share techniques for you to create your own.
For those interesting in taking up the stop bat, her advice is simple.
When: Sunday 18 September Who: Adults Time: 10am – 3pm Cost: $50 per person, includes materials and vegetarian pizza lunch MAKE: A Frog Friendly Garden
Did you know that frogs are actually quite common in the suburbs? We don’t generally notice them unless they stick around to breed. Learn how to construct a frog bog in your own garden. This workshop is suitable for families with upper primary aged kids or older and gardeners in general.
When: Thursday 22 September Time: 1pm – 2pm Cost: FREE
Ripped a hole in a shirt? Worn through a pair of pants? Learn how to give your clothes another life.
“I joke that I’m staying on for another 25 years – I’ll be in the triple figures by “Whythen!”would I want to leave? I would recommend this job to anybody.”
Strathdon’s spring program focusses on enjoying life, eating and growing your own food and living more sustainably. Visit our website to find out more and make a booking: strathdon-classes-eventswww.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/
22 September 2022
When: Sunday sessions: 28 August, 4 and 11 Sept 10am – 12pm Thursday sessions: 1, 8, 15 Sept 10am – 12pm Who: Adults and keen teens Time: 10am – 12pm Cost: $60 for 3 sessions
“Also – never turn your back on the traffic!”
“I thought, will I or won’t I? It was my eldest son who told me, ‘go for it Mum!’”. And so she did, operating the crossing on Woodhouse Grove in Box Hill North near Kerrimuir Primary School. She eventually moved nearby to Molbray Street where she still works to this day. “I thoroughly enjoy it, the kids and parents are absolutely fantastic,” said Bette. “I treat the children as if they’re my own. They greet me every morning and I make sure to say hello to every one of them. They’re absolutely great.” The Box Hill North community in which she has lived and worked for more than 50 years thinks just as highly of Bette. “I went on holiday about 20 years ago and when I returned, the kids came running around the corner screaming ‘Bette’s back!’.” “Sometimes I’ll be out in the shopping centre, I hear my name mentioned, turn around and its one of the students saying hi. It’s a lovely feeling,” she said. “Some parents whose children are now at university still come and say hi. I think, I must be doing something right, otherwise they wouldn’t bother.”
Bette’s passion for her work is clear.
Friendly faces across the road
Bette has a wealth of heart-warming and funny anecdotes from her many years as a school crossing supervisor, including a time 10 years into her role when she turned up to work only to notice a beehive hovering over her crossing. “That was when we wore those white coats and I thought, oh no, white attracts bees – what am I going to do!”
Date: Friday 30 September 8pm and Saturday 1 October 2pm Cost: Full $55, Conc $52, Under 30 $30
Date: Saturday 10 September 8pm Cost: Full $60, Conc $57, Under 30 $30
Ages: 10-19 years
The Big Chill The baby boomers in the classic 1980s movie The Big Chill wondered how they could possibly be in their 30s already!
ARTS Book tickets by calling 9262 6555 or visit www.whitehorsecentre.com.au
Jeff Gardner: Kangaroo Clouds and Cotton Ducks
Summer of SeventeenththeDoll
FORUMS
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Choose from one of our many spaces for your next corporate function, conference, production, meeting or wedding.
Knight at the Museum
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 schedule:immunisationthe
Venue: One Community, Blackburn WHITEHORSE
WHITEHORSE CALENDAR HIRE A SPACE AT THE BOX HILL TOWN HALL
Have you booked your Christmas Party or Graduation Celebration?
The Box Hill Town Hall provides versatile and engaging venue hire options in majestic rooms steeped in history. We offer affordable hire rates, with in-house or provide your own catering and exceptional event staff. The halls, meeting and function rooms can be set up to suit your needs and can include a projector, PA system and microphones, free Wi-Fi, decorations, tableware. Get in quick to secure one of our larger spaces and celebrate while still social distancing!
Date: 1 – 3 September 2022 Cost: Full $30, Conc $24 Venue: Box Hill Town Hall
Tree pruning Tree pruning on public land to ensure a safe distances between trees and power lines. Pruning will occur in Mitcham during September. 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: naturestripswww.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/
Understanding your teen Presented by Kate Wilde, The Workshop Physical, social, psychological and developmental changes that teens go through will be explored through current research. This forum will also touch on creating resilient teens and knowing where and when to get extra support.
ARTSPACE
Venue: One Community, Blackburn
KIDS IMMUNISATIONS
Date: 1 September – 15 October Location: Artspace, Box Hill Town Hall Image credit: ‘Kangaroos and Cloud’ by Jeff Gardner
Whitehorse Showtime is a theatrical experience performed by the Scouts and Guides of the Mount Dandenong Region. Join them for a Knight at the Museum where exhibits come to life and get a sneak peak of what they get up to when no one else is around! Whitehorse Showtime a show the whole family will enjoy.
As they contemplated the rush towards the inevitable, an unforgettable soundtrack of iconic songs was interspersed throughout their drama-filled lives. A playlist featuring the songs of The Rolling Stones, Marvin Gaye, Aretha Franklin, Smokey Robinson, Creedence, The Temptations and more will reaffirms just how timeless those songs really are. Special guest Mick Moriarty will be accompanied by John Grant and The Big Chill Band.
When: Tuesday 11 October, 7 – 8:30pm Cost: Free Bookings: parenting-information-forumswww.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/
PERFORMINGWHITEHORSE
Ray Lawler’s much-loved tale of two Queensland cane cutters and their Melbourne barmaid girlfriends triumphed at its 1955 premiere. For 16 years, the cane cutters have worked the punishing routine in the sugar cane fields. This summer, everything is different. This ‘off-season’ will prove challenging for them all as truths are told and lives unravel.
A talented printmaker, painter, poet and maker of artist books, Jeff Gardner’s artwork delivers a sprinkle of whimsy to the Artspace program. This exhibition draws on new and past creative work.
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PARENTING INFORMATION
Per maggiori informazioni: hard-wastewww.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/
Thu gom rác thải cứng Mỗi hộ gia đình ở Whitehorse được đặt hai lần thu gom rác thải cứng miễn phí vào mỗi năm tài chính. Hội đồng chấp nhận các mặt hàng như đồ nội thất, thiết bị điện tử, nệm và các bộ phận đi kèm. Có một số quy định cần tuân theo: n Đặt trước việc thu gom khi dời vật dụng ra khỏi nhà của bạn n Chỉ đặt các vật dụng để thu gom vào cuối tuần (trước Chủ nhật) trước tuần thu gom của bạn, không sớm hơn n Buộc chặt cây gỗ hoặc cây tỉa vườn của bạn thành từng bó nhỏ n Đặt gọn gàng các vật dụng trên lề cỏ trong không gian 3 mét khối (3m x 1m x 1m). Hãy nhớ rằng, rác thải cứng đã đặt trước để trên lề cỏ quá sớm sẽ bị xem như đổ rác bất hợp pháp và có thể bị phạt. Nó cũng làm tăng nguy cơ mọi người thêm rác của họ vào đống rác của bạn và rác của bạn sẽ không được thu gom. Thêm thông tin: hard-wastewww.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/
trực tuyến đóng vào ngày 10 tháng Mười năm 2022. Thông tin thêm: council-plan-budgetyoursay.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/
Kế hoạch và Ngân sách Hội đồng Chúng tôi mời bạn phản hồi về Kế hoạch Hội đồng 2021-2025 và đưa ý tưởng của bạn cho ngân sách 2023/24. Một số cơ hội sẽ có sẵn để bạn chia sẻ phản hồi của mình, bao gồm 11 bảng câu hỏi được tổ chức tại các địa điểm khác nhau ở Whitehorse, hai hội thảo cộng đồng và một khảo sát trực Khảotuyến.sát
市议会计划及预算 请您就2021-2025年市议会计 划提供反馈，并对2023/24年 度预算提出您的意见。 我们将提供多个机会让您 提交反馈意见，包括在 Whitehorse 的不同地点举行 11场问卷调查和两场社区研 讨会，并进行在线调查。 在线调查将于2022年10月10 日结束。 详情请浏览网站： council-plan-budgetyoursay.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ 硬质垃圾收集服务 Whitehorse 的每户居民每个 财政年度都有权免费预约两次 硬质垃圾收集服务。市议会 收集的硬质垃圾包括家具、 电器、床垫和捆扎好的树枝 等物品。 以下是一些需要遵循的规则： n 在把硬质垃圾从家里搬 出去之前，先预约好收集 服务 n 只在收集周之前的周末 （或周日）把物品放出来供 收集，不要提早放出来 n 将木头或从花园修剪出来的 树枝扎成小捆 n 将物品整齐地放置在门 前绿化带3立方米的空间 内（3米X1米X1米）。 请记住，过早地将硬质垃圾 放置在绿化带被认为是非法 倾倒行为，可能会招致罚 款。这样做还增加了别人把 垃圾扔进您的垃圾堆里的 风险，导致您的垃圾没有被 收集。 详情请浏览网站： hard-wastewww.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/
Δημοτικός Σχεδιασμός και Προϋπολογισμός Ο Δήμος σας προσκαλεί να πείτε τη γνώμη σας για το Δημοτικό Σχέδιο 2021-2025 και να εκφράσετε τις ιδέες σας για τον προϋπολογισμό του 2023/2024. Θα υπάρχουν πολλές ευκαιρίες για να εκφράσετε τη γνώμη σας, συμπεριλαμβανομένων 11 ερωτηματολογίων που διατίθενται σε διαφορετικές τοποθεσίες στο Whitehorse, δύο κοινοτικών εργαστηρίων και μιας διαδικτυακής έρευνας. Η διαδικτυακή έρευνα θα κλείσει στις 10 Οκτωβρίου 2022. Περισσότερες πληροφορίες: council-plan-budgetyoursay.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ Συλλογή απορριμμάτωνσκληρών Κάθε νοικοκυριό στο Whitehorse δικαιούται δύο δωρεάν προκρατημένες συλλογές σκληρών απορριμμάτων ανά οικονομικό έτος. Ο Δήμος δέχεται είδη όπως έπιπλα, ηλεκτρονικές συσκευές, στρώματα και κλαδιά στοιβαγμένα και Υπάρχουνδεμένα.μερικοί κανόνες που πρέπει να ακολουθήσετε: n Κλείστε ραντεβού για τη συλλογή πριν να βγάλετε τα αντικείμενα από το σπίτι σας n Βγάλτε μόνο τα αντικείμενα έξω για συλλογή το Σαββατοκύριακο (μέχρι την Κυριακή) πριν από την εβδομάδα συλλογής, όχι νωρίτερα n Δέστε τα ξύλα ή τα κλαδιά από τον κήπο σε μικρές δέσμες n Τοποθετήστε τα αντικείμενα με σειρά στη φυσική λωρίδα μέσα σε χώρο 3 κυβικών μέτρων (3μ x 1μ x 1μ). Λάβετε υπόψη ότι τα σκληρά απόβλητα που έχουν τοποθετηθεί πολύ νωρίς στη φυσική λωρίδα θεωρούνται παράνομη απόρριψη και ενδέχεται να επιβληθεί πρόστιμο. Αυξάνεται επίσης ο κίνδυνος άλλα άτομα να προσθέσουν τα απορρίμματά τους στο σωρό σας και τα απορρίμματά σας να μην συλλεχθούν. Περισσότερες πληροφορίες: hard-wastewww.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/
Programmazione e bilancio del Comune Vi invitiamo a dire la vostra opinione sulla programmazione del Comune per il periodo 2021-2025 e di presentare le vostre idee per il bilancio 2023/24. Potrete condividere le vostre opinioni usando una serie di metodi, inclusi 11 questionari che verranno messi a disposizione a Whitehorse in diverse sedi, due laboratori per la comunità e un sondaggio online. Il termine per il completamento del sondaggio online è il 10 ottobre 2022. Per maggiori informazioni: council-plan-budgetyoursay.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ Raccolta dei rifiuti ingombranti Ogni nucleo abitativo di Whitehorse ha diritto a prenotare gratuitamente due ritiri dei rifiuti ingombranti per ciascun anno finanziario. Il Comune accetta oggetti come mobili, elettrodomestici, materassi e fascine di ramoscelli. È necessario seguire alcune regole: n Prenotate la raccolta prima di spostare gli oggetti dall’abitazione n Sistemate fuori gli oggetti che devono essere raccolti solo nel fine settimana (entro la domenica) prima della settimana in cui devono essere raccolti, non prima n Legate i pezzi di legno o le potature in piccole fascine n Sistemate gli ordinatamenteoggettisullastriscia d’erba antistante la vostra abitazione entro lo spazio di 3 metri cubi (3m x 1m x 1m). Ricordate che posizionare fuori con troppo anticipo i rifiuti ingombranti per i quali avete prenotato la raccolta, viene considerato come discarica abusiva e potreste incorrere in una sanzione. Inoltre questo fa anche aumentare il rischio che altri aggiungano i loro rifiuti e che i vostri rifiuti ingombranti non vengano raccolti.