Whitehorse News | July 2023

• Progressing Whitehorse

Your guide to Council’s adopted 2023/24 budget Page 8-9

WHITEHORSE NEWS

• Works on target

The amazing driving range planned for Morack Public Golf Page 3

July 2023

Connecting you to a creative community Introducing Creative Whitehorse Page 7

• Saluting the past Heritage elements at The Round Page 6

• Get involved A different sort of cafe coming to Whitehorse

Page 13

Contact Whitehorse City Council

Whitehorse City Council, Locked Bag 2, Nunawading, VIC 3131

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Council meetings

▪ Monday 10 July, 7pm

▪ Monday 24 July, 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 www.webcast. whitehorse.vic.gov.au

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Mayor’s message

Cr Mark Lane

To celebrate NAIDOC Week this month, I invite you to explore the Connections exhibition at Whitehorse Artspace. Artwork by First Nations artists will be on display where you can reflect on the importance of Indigenous art and culture.

Acknowledgement of Country

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

Translation services

For free interpreting assistance, call 131 450. Mention the language you speak and ask to be connected to Whitehorse City Council.

如需免费的口译协助服务，请拨 打电话 131 450。接通后请说出您 的母语，并要求转接到 Whitehorse 市议会。

Để được hỗ trợ thông dịch miễn phí, hãy gọi số 131 450. Nêu tên ngôn ngữ quý vị nói và đề nghị được kết nối với Whitehorse City Council.

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Council’s budget for 2023/24 is now formally adopted. This budget is strategic, sustainable and measured while meeting the changing needs and aspirations of our community. See the two page budget spread for more information about what’s in the budget.

If you love working with your hands and giving something old a new life, volunteer at the new Repair Café. It will open at Strathdon House next month, but the call for volunteers is now on. More details on page 13.

This month Council will exit the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) as a service provider. This has created an opportunity for Council to expand its Positive Ageing function, which will serve all Whitehorse residents as they get older. The community will soon be invited to contribute to the design of the Positive Ageing program. Contact My Aged Care on 1800 200 422 for aged care service enquiries.

Advocating for Whitehorse

Last month, Council attended the Australian Local Government General Assembly in Canberra.

This was a terrific opportunity to advocate for the City of Whitehorse. We’re eager to engage in creative and constructive partnerships with the Federal and Victorian Governments, as well as neighbouring local government authorities.

We believe partnerships are vital to move towards more sustainable outcomes and to foster better connected and resilient communities where everyone belongs.

We aspire to think big and pursue projects — across education, healthcare, transport infrastructure, arts and culture, sports and recreation facilities — that yield benefits beyond our municipal boundaries.

Vermont Reserve

We are pleased that a grant has been received for upgrades to the facilities at Vermont Reserve.

Morack Public Golf tees up an incredible new driving range experience

As part of Morack Public Golf’s exciting redevelopment we’re getting a new state-of-the art driving range.

Works have recently commenced on the transformation of the range, which will have 28 hitting bays fitted with screens and cutting-edge technology. Workers are busy installing the driving range’s new roof, timber clad walls and the screens, with glazing underway.

When the range re-opens, users will be able to enjoy new features using the world leading Toptracer technology. It offers a highly engaging and interactive experience, allowing players to track their shots, analyse their performance and compete in virtual games and challenges.

Council has committed $12.1m to the redevelopment project and has entered into a long term lease with Swing Factory to operate the facility. As part of the lease, Swing Factory will provide the driving range technology and fit out. The project is expected to be completed by the end of this year. Stay up-to-date on all the developments by visiting www.morackgolf.com.au

Get ready for the Whitehorse Excellence in Business Awards

Nominations for the Whitehorse Excellence in Business Awards 2023 are now open!

The awards, to be held in October, celebrate the outstanding performance of local businesses and recognise the courage, commitment, dedication and drive to run a business.

Whether you are a business owner, customer or employee, anyone can nominate a business located in Whitehorse via the simple nomination process.

There are multiple award categories that cater for all business types including sole traders, small and medium size businesses.

L Make a nomination and find out more about the awards at: www.whitehorsebusinessgroup. com.au

Nominations open for 2023 Whitehorse Sport and Recreation Awards

Do you know an outstanding sportsperson, official, volunteer or someone making positive contributions to sport and recreation in Whitehorse that deserves recognition?

The Whitehorse Sport and Recreation Awards will be held in October to acknowledge the hard work and dedication of local athletes, sporting and recreation clubs and volunteers across Whitehorse. There are nine categories including:

▪ Sportsperson of the Year

▪ Sportsperson of the Year with a Disability

▪ Junior Sportsperson of the Year (under the age of 18 as at 1 January 2023)

▪ Team of the Year

▪ Coach of the Year

▪ Official of the Year

▪ School of the Year

▪ Volunteer of the Year

▪ Club of the Year.

Any not-for-profit club or group in Whitehorse, or any individual who lives in, attends school or is a member of a sporting club/recreational group within Whitehorse is eligible to be nominated. Nominations must be based on achievements from September 2022 to August 2023.

The awards will be presented at a special event in October hosted by Whitehorse Mayor, Cr Mark Lane and sponsored by Deakin University.

L For more information or to nominate someone, visit www.whitehorse.vic.gov. au/Whitehorse-Sports-Awards or phone 9262 6371.

Working for Whitehorse

Meet John Nikas, Council’s Transport Coordinator, who has been working for almost two decades to make Whitehorse a better place for drivers, pedestrians, cyclists and commuters to get around.

John, who grew up in Forest Hill, studied Civil Engineering at Monash University in the 1990s. He initially worked in the private transport industry before he got his first local government job with Boroondara Council’s transport team in 2001.

Two years later, he made the move to Whitehorse as a senior Transport Engineer, and since 2007 he’s been in his current role of Transport Coordinator managing a team of nine staff.

John said his team provides technical advice and responses to the community on traffic, parking and road safety matters throughout the municipality. They also work closely with the community on developing transport projects, programs and events.

John said he had built many strong and lasting relationships with his fellow Council officers over the years and enjoyed engaging

with the community and stakeholders through his role.

“Having grown up in the municipality, it is amazing how much the City of Whitehorse has changed with respect to transport,” John said. “The transport industry has changed significantly. The decisions the team make don’t just consider cars and motorbikes, but walking, cycling and public transport as well”.

King’s Birthday Honours

Council congratulates five recipients with Whitehorse links who were recognised in the 2023 King’s Birthday Honours announced last month. Find out more about them:

PROFESSOR MELANIE BAHLO (AM)

Ms Bahlo, a Blackburn resident, was made a Member of the Order of Australia for her significant service to genetic and infectious disease research, and to public health. She is a Laboratory Head at The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research.

DAVID WINTER (OAM)

Mr Winter received his Medal of the Order of Australia for his service to the community of Mont Albert and Surrey Hills. He founded a meals on wheels service for the elderly and struggling international students during the COVID-19 pandemic and was named Council’s 2021 Citizen of the Year. He is also a founding member and past president of the Rotary Club of Mont Albert and Surrey Hills (MASH).

DR PHILOMENE JOSHUA TENNI (OAM)

The late Dr Tenni, who lived in Box Hill, was posthumously honoured with a Medal of the Order of Australia for her service to community health. Dr Tenni particularly made an impact helping pregnant women, including establishing a phone support service and working as a founder of the Caroline Chisholm Society.

DONALD BARRY CHEYNE (OAM)

The late Mr Cheyne, who lived in Mount Waverley, was posthumously honoured with a Medal of the Order of Australia for his service to table tennis. He spent more than 70 years as a volunteer of the Eastern Suburbs and Churches Table Tennis Association and organised longrunning competitions on Monday nights in Blackburn South and Forest Hill.

FRANCES EVANS (OAM)

Mrs Evans, a Burwood resident, received a Medal of the Order of Australia for her service to surf lifesaving. She has been involved with the sport since the 1970s and held numerous roles at state, local and national levels.

“Our role is to ensure that everyone has access to sustainable, convenient, accessible and safe transport options while enhancing the livability of the municipality.”

Local Law Review

From animals to building site management, local laws enable Council to create a safe, vibrant and harmonious community.

To ensure our local laws continue to reflect the needs of our community, we are reviewing them and we want to hear from you!

Local laws are designed to:

▪ respond to issues in the community

▪ protect and enhance public health, safety and amenity

▪ support a clean and healthy environment

▪ protect Council assets.

This review process only occurs once every decade, making your participation even more vital.

It is your chance to voice your opinions on a wide range of topics, from safety issues to environmental sustainability, to what you can do in Council reserves and owning animals.

Your feedback will help us identify emerging issues and address concerns in Whitehorse.

L Feedback closes on 31 July 2023. Tell us your thoughts at yoursay.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/local-laws

Developing our city’s economic future

Council is currently developing the Investment and Economic Development Strategy 2023-27.

The strategy will further explore the following themes that have been identified as part of the consultation process:

▪ Supporting activity centres and shopping precincts

▪ Enhancing livability outcomes

▪ Accessing a skilled and ‘job-ready’ labour force

▪ Supporting a productive and innovative business community

▪ Fostering a visitor economy growth.

The draft Investment and Economic Development Strategy will be available for public comment in mid-August.

L For the latest information please visit www.wbiz.com.au

More safety measures at Kerrimuir shops

Safety bollards have been installed at the Kerrimuir shops to further protect shoppers and traders.

A handful of incidents have occurred at the shopping strip in recent years with drivers accidentally driving their cars over the kerb and footpath and into shopfronts.

Council already installed wheel stops in the centre’s parking spaces last year, and our transport team revisited the safety situation after another accident occurred at the shops in November 2022.

Following consultation with the impacted traders on their preferred treatment and positioning, five bollards and a bike hoop were installed near their businesses. Council funded these works at a cost of $25,000 through its Capital Works Program, and completed them after trading hours to minimise disruptions to traders and shoppers.

Elgar Ward Councillor Blair Barker said, “Extensive consultation around various design options with both the traders and community informed our final outcomes, and the new bike parking and some strategically placed bollards that integrate with the existing street furniture look great.”

Linking back to history at The Round

As The Round takes shape as the premier performing arts centre for Melbourne’s East, it will include special touches of history from the former Whitehorse Centre including the Bicentenary Leadlight Mural, some of the theatre seats and time capsules.

Shayne Price, Manager of Arts and Cultural Services, said these legacy pieces have been important inclusions into the construction of the new building from the outset.

“It’s a lovely link to our history, some of the old mixed with the new,” Shayne said. “We are both respecting and acknowledging those who’ve come before.”

The time capsules were retrieved from the original site, one located outside the front doors of the centre, the other buried in the foundations of the foyer. The oldest of them was laid June 16, 1985, to celebrate the commencement of construction of the Nunawading Arts Centre. The more recent capsule was laid on 5 December, 2001 to commemorate the 2001 International Year of Volunteers. Both these time capsules will be re-laid into the new development, to be opened in later years as originally intended. Two banks of seats from the former theatre are being restored to go into The Round’s Green Room.

The Bicentenary Leadlight Mural, created by local leadlighters and glass artists, was unveiled in 1988 and took pride of place in the entrance of the former centre. It has recently undergone restoration and will again make its home in the main entrance of the new building.

Shayne said the legacy pieces were an important part of The Round’s story and were just as important to Whitehorse City Council and the residents who’d shared in the former venue’s history.

Having your say on youth issues

Our Whitehorse Youth Representative Committee (WYRC) has been busy engaging the community over the issues that are important to them.

Throughout April and May, the WYRC held in-person consultations at Box Hill Mall, Box Hill Community Arts Centre, Box Hill Skate Park, Box Hill Gardens, and the Vermont South, Nunawading and Box Hill Libraries. Many of the committee members gave up time in their school holidays to collect a wide variety of responses.

The consultations were designed to identify the issues that young people and the community feel are important, and what can be done to address these issues to better support Whitehorse’s young people. Results from these consultations will inform how Council, Youth Services and the WYRC support young people aged 12-25 in the local community over the next four years. Watch this space for the final document.

Another opportunity for young people to have their say on key issues is coming up on Friday 4 August with the WYRC Youth Forum at Box Hill Town Hall. The forum is open to young people aged 12-17 and includes free food and prizes for all participants.

L Register your interest by emailing committee@wyrc.whitehorse.org.au

Shayne Price, Manager of Arts and Cultural Services, looks over a newly repaired section of Bicentenary Leadlight, before it makes its way into The Round.

The construction of The Round is drawing closer to project completion.

The Round Bar is beginning to take shape with a new and improved hospitality experience for patrons being developed. Installation of the state-ofthe-art Soundshell door, designed to transform

The Studio into a lively festival site, is also underway.

Creative Spaces within The Round are also close to completion and will inspire and nurture artistic expression whilst building community. These spaces will be perfect for hire for any group looking for a versatile space for use – including dance schools, yoga classes, martial arts or anything in between.

L Want to be the first to know what is happening at The Round? Visit theround.com.au and subscribe to our eNews!

Connections at Artspace: an exhibition for NAIDOC Week

In recognition of NAIDOC Week, artist Helen S. Tiernan's captivating landscapes, influenced by both Indigenous and European art traditions, feature in the Connections exhibition at Whitehorse Artspace.

Tiernan's paintings invite viewers to contemplate the interconnectedness of humanity and nature and contain landscapes which blend elements from European and Indigenous artistic traditions.

To mark NAIDOC Week, her works are being displayed alongside artworks by First Nations artists from the Whitehorse Art Collection. Connections is showing until 12 August 2023.

The gallery is open 10am to 4pm Tuesday – Friday and 12pm to 4pm Saturday.

Visit creativewhitehorse.vic.gov.au/artspace and @creativewhitehorse on social media for more details.

Image: Helen S Tiernan , Scar Tree-Red River Gum, 2021

Connecting you to a creative community: Introducing Creative Whitehorse

A new go-to hub for arts, events, workshops, exhibitions and artistic opportunities has arrived with Creative Whitehorse.

Have you attended Spring Festival, but didn’t know about the green space and children's workshops at Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct?

Have you enjoyed a ceramics class at Box Hill Community Arts Centre, but hadn’t heard about the fine art collection at Whitehorse Artspace gallery? Did you know there’s a museum at Schwerkolt Cottage?

These are just some of the Whitehorse City Council offerings in arts and culture, and until now we’ve presented them in a few different

places. So, we’re bringing it all together under a new banner – Creative Whitehorse.

Shayne Price, Council’s Manager of Arts and Cultural Services, said he was excited to see the establishment of a new brand for Whitehorse’s vibrant arts, culture and heritage programming.

“As Whitehorse is the birthplace of Australian Impressionism, the arts have always had a rich history in our area,” he said. “Arts and culture enrich our lives, and we know the value of the arts in bringing people together, and expanding our world view through fun and creativity.”

Whitehorse Mayor, Cr Mark Lane, said, “Creative Whitehorse will be an easy-to-access, one-stop destination for high quality and

affordable arts and culture programs in the municipality.”

“We know people are keen to enjoy new experiences, and we also know low-cost, affordable entertainment is key,” Cr Lane said. “So that’s why we’ve made it easy for the community to know what’s happening. From our festival season to our fine art exhibitions, from hands-on art classes to heritage explorations, you can find it all in one place: Creative Whitehorse.”

Go to creativewhitehorse.vic.gov.au, subscribe to our newsletter, and follow us on social media to stay connected to arts and culture in Whitehorse.

Who is part of Creative Whitehorse?

▪ Whitehorse Artspace (based at Box Hill Town Hall)

▪ Box Hill Community Arts Centre

▪ Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct

▪ Schwerkolt Cottage and Museum

▪ Council’s Festival Season

▪ Box Hill Town Hall (events and function spaces)

▪ The Round (formerly the Whitehorse Centre).

2023/24 Budget

On 26 June, Council adopted the 2023/24 budget which will deliver great services, programs and initiatives across the municipality.

Informed by community consultation and the Council Plan 2021-2025, this Budget provides $174 million for the delivery of services to the community and a significant capital works program of $50 million.

Whitehorse City Council Mayor, Cr Mark Lane said the budget was developed in a challenging economic environment.

“The cost of living, inflationary pressures and challenging global events continue to impact Council and the community. Despite this, we’re proud to have kept rates low – capped at a 3.5% increase, while delivering new budget initiatives and keeping our community clean, healthy, engaged and connected.

“This budget is balanced and demonstrates Council’s commitment to financial sustainability and transformation, while meeting the changing needs and aspirations of our community.”

Cr Lane added, “Through this budget we look forward to delivering great outcomes and making Whitehorse a connected and resilient community where everyone belongs.”

Significant operational initiatives for 2023/24 include:

▪ the opening of The Round later this year, delivering our new performing arts centre that will be home to state-of-the art facilities for all the community to enjoy and use

▪ development of Open Space Master Plans that will guide the planning, design and development of key open space sites across Whitehorse, so they can be shared and enjoyed by everyone for a diverse range of purposes

▪ implementation of the Urban Forest Strategy, which will deliver key actions to better protect, enhance and connect Whitehorse’s natural assets.

L For more information about Council’s budget visit www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/budget

$23.87

$15.73 million Parks and Natural Environment (maintenance of sports fields, parks and gardens)

$15.58 million Leisure and Recreation Services

Delivering Highlights

$174 million spend

$11.91 million Health and Family Services

Great services, programs and initiatives

$23.87 million Kerbside and Public Waste Services

Delivering for you –Highlights of Council’s million services spend in 2023/24.

$11.06 million City Services (maintenance of footpaths, drains and roads, sustainability)

Snapshot of $50 million Capital Works Program

$20.9m Land, Buildings and Building Improvements

$3.8m To complete The Round (Whitehorse Performing Arts Centre Redevelopment)

$1.4m Box Hill City Oval Redevelopment

$3.0m Open Space Strategy and Strategic Land Acquisition

$2.4m To finalise Morack Golf Course Pavilion, Driving Range and Mini Golf Redevelopment

$6.7m Plant And Equipment

$6.4m Roads, Bridges And Off Street Car Parks

$5.4m Repairing and improving Local Roads

$0.6m Convert former Box Hill Bowls Club to carpark

$5.8m Recreational, Leisure And Community Facilities

$2.1m Upgrade Sportsfield – Elgar Park North East

$0.6m Renew Sportsfield Floodlighting

$0.4m Renew Sportsfield Training Nets

$9.52 million Community Safety (Community Laws, parking, school crossings and emergency management)

$4.5m Footpaths And Cycleways

$2.7m Renew Footpaths

$0.5m School Crossing Improvements

$0.4m Update Easy Ride Routes

$0.4m Improving Footbridges and Path Structures in Parks

$3.7m Parks, Open Space And Streetscapes

$1.0m Upgrade Program Play Spaces

$1.0m Upgrade Streetscapes

$0.5m Improved Park Furniture

$0.2m Improved Park Lighting

$2.2m Drainage Improvements

$1.3m Upgrade Stormwater Drainage Network

$0.3m Upgrade Drainage Works

initiatives for our community

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

Whitehorse City Council is divided into 11 single-councillor wards. Our Councillors have been elected to serve until October 2024.

Cootamundra Ward

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

Coinciding with the anniversary of our Sister City relationship with Matsudo, Japan, Box Hill Town Hall hosted the annual Japan Festival organised by the Japan Club of Victoria.

I was pleased to join the Mayor Cr Mark Lane and the Consul-General for Japan, Mr. Junji Shimada and his wife for the opening of this year’s festival. Returning after three years due to COVID-19, celebrating culture, language, food and more, it was fantastic to see thousands attend this year’s festival. I believe our relationship with Japan is of utmost importance as they are a good partner in our region.

Lake Ward

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

Eley Ward

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

Our power to drive change through volunteering

I continue to reflect on National Volunteer week, annually in May. Our Whitehorse Manningham Libraries have a backbone of 144 volunteers; some were able to celebrate with us at Vermont South Library; all are change agents supporting our libraries to provide safe and non-judgemental spaces of free access to services, programs, technology, social interaction and inclusion.

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

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

I am delighted the challenges with the booked hard waste collections appear to be mainly resolved. Targeted education, rapid response to dumped rubbish and continuous improvement will continue to improve outcomes.

Considerable changes to waste services continue to be imposed by the State Government that will impact households and Council. On-going increases in the levy on sending waste to landfill and a new container deposit scheme is slated to start later this year. It will be interesting to see how that works!

I recently met with the local cricket club and football club representatives at Koonung Park to discuss development opportunities. While there, I noted the towers for the new oval lights had been delivered and were set to be installed.

A few weeks ago, I was contacted by a resident as to why Council was patching their street and was not fully resurfacing the whole area. What residents may not be aware is that all roads across the municipality (excluding arterial roads) are routinely inspected and prioritised for resurfacing. Sometimes it is found that only a small area needs attention, which can be attended quickly, but where major works are deemed necessary the street will be added to the program. Whitehorse has an annual budget of approximately $450,000 for minor asphalt patching throughout the municipality.

Recognition is a really important means of nourishing the desire to stay engaged. On 15 May, we recognised service ranging between 5 and 15 years. Contributions include Conversation Buddies/Conversation Circles, the Home Library Service, Story Circle in Aged Care communities, and more. These programs could not run without volunteers, who hold both the work and the warm welcome that goes with it. These contributions are in themselves a diplomacy that deepens our collective sense of community place and belonging. I got reacquainted with my inner slow pace reading for the 2023 National Simultaneous Storytime, also in May; featuring The Speedy Sloth by Rebecca Young. Storytimes are fantastically communal, and together we are expanding them. Have a look at the storytime offering at the Whitehorse Churches Care Community Hub at Forest Hill Chase. And, in Eley Ward, check out the new storytime being provided by Whitehorse Manningham Libraries at Burwood Brickworks, upper level, one Monday a month, 10.30 to 11.15 am (24 July, 28 August, and more).

The food and garden organics bin and another purple bin for glass are also slated by the State Government to be mandatory in future years (how smaller properties will fit four bins is beyond me). Council is now also itemising the waste costs on your annual rates bill. Given the new mandates, community support for recycling and minimising waste and costs, I was delighted to gain the support of other councillors for a new ‘waste dashboard’. To be published on Council’s website, the dashboard will empower residents to keep track of Whitehorse’s waste performance, including diversion of waste from landfill.

This transparency is important so the community can see the impacts of their efforts to reduce waste, increase recycling and hold Council and our waste contractors to account. Other councils have already expressed an interest in our dashboard concept, so hopefully it’s another innovation from the Elgar Ward that we can share to help other municipalities.

Cr Andrew Munroe with Cosplay artists at Japan Festival

Sparks Ward

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

Kingsley Ward

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

Good news! Trains are running and the LXRP occupation is over. The car park behind the toilet in Hamilton Street Mont Albert has been returned to the community. It is now a 2P parking zone so more people can park and shop at the Village. Officers will be back patrolling so over stayers will be fined.

The Rotary Sunday Market is back too! It runs on the 4th Sunday of each month out of the car park. Contact MASH Rotary’s Pat Gagliardi on 0425 725 899 to book your stall.

The old Mont Albert station building is being re-erected for community use and the community space is taking shape. The platform outside the old pizzeria has been removed. This will tidy up the street and return a valuable parking space to shoppers.

It is good to see access improvements at Mont Albert Reserve, and streetscape safety improvements and new landscaping at Wattle Park Shops. These upgrades benefit all Whitehorse residents. Take a look for yourself.

Winter walking is a great way to keep well and community engaged. But damp footpaths, nature strips and roads can create safety issues for older residents, children playing and people with disabilities. If you see damaged footpaths, overflowing drains or potholes send a Snap Send Solve report to Council from your phone or contact me!

Wattle Ward

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

Walker Ward

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

Woody Weed Removal

Recently there have been some woody weed removals in some of our reserves in Mitcham. The sites include Yarran Dheran, Mullum Mullum Creek, The Horse Paddock, Moresby Dale and Antonio Newlands.  This involves cleaning up exotic vegetation and woody weeds, such as Pittosporum, Privet and Cotoneaster.

The Round

I’m pleased to report the new performing arts centre, known as The Round, is nearing completion. Works should be complete soon, and I can’t wait to officially open the new facility in late 2023 ahead of some of our festivals which will return such as the Christmas Carols and Australia Day concert and fireworks.

Alwyn Street Works

In the 2022/23 Budget there was an approved project to install speed humps along Alwyn Street Mitcham. This followed a resident petition presented to Council requesting their installation. As part of the project, lighting had to be installed adjacent to the locations of the speed humps, which delayed the installation of these traffic treatments. I believe these will now be installed around August this year.

Britannia Mall

You may have seen a new installation at Britannia Mall – a large community notice board on the wall of the multi deck car park facing the mall. This is part of Council’s two placemaking activation sites in the mallas they say, watch this space!

Terrara Ward

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

Simpson Ward

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

It was a triple treat to visit Simpson Ward’s three pre-schools – Eastmont, Heatherdale and Rangeview - who had their Open Days on the same day.

To top the day off, I joined a small gathering to celebrate Heatherdale PreSchool’s 70th anniversary!

Congratulations to all involved over the decades and wishing you another 70 successful, wonderful years!

In a busy couple of months of engagements, I was delighted to co-host the 1st Bennettswood Cubs with my colleague Cr Andrew Davenport at Council Chambers. The enthusiastic group of 20 cubs had excellent questions on all things local government and the democratic process. I also assisted with mock interviews for Year 9 students at Mullauna College with other Rotarians and Lions Club members. It was great to put my 20+ years as a Careers Counsellor hat back on in the role. I was honoured to be guest speaker at the Rotary Club of Box Hill Central and the Blackburn Bellbird Probus Club, and to open the Box Hill Hand Spinners and Weavers exhibition.

As a member of Mitcham Rotary, I assisted at the Rotary Youth Driver Awareness day for Vermont Secondary College Year 12 students at Box Hill TAFE’s Lilydale campus. This is a critically important road safety program with messages relevant for all. Stay safe on our roads this winter and always drive to conditions!

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

Cr Cutts with Heatherdale PreSchool’s director, Lara Wilson

Spotlight on Terrara Ward with Cr Raylene Carr

Progress on the Vermont South Club pavilion

An important sporting facility upgrade happening in my ward is the new $2.9m pavilion for the lawn bowlers at Vermont South Club. I recently went to check the progress, and construction is well underway and the pavilion is tipped to be ready in early 2024. It will include a larger multi-purpose social room, new accessible bathrooms, kitchen and bar facilities and an outdoor viewing deck. Vermont South Club also offers tennis and darts so be sure to go check out everything they have to offer once works are completed.

Morack Public Golf update

I am excited to hear about the progress on the redevelopment of Morack Public Golf, one of the most popular leisure attractions not just in my ward, but all of Whitehorse. The driving range has temporarily closed for its huge upgrade – and if you enjoyed hitting a few balls or working on your drives there, please be patient while it is off limits for a

Supporting local is everybody’s business

The new financial year has arrived, time for a clean slate.

Thinking local is not just for retail purchases. Quality, convenient professional services are dotted throughout the municipality. Do you need:

▪ a dental check-up?

▪ a car service?

▪ a medical appointment?

▪ taxation advice?

Choosing a local professional means you do not waste time travelling and the service you receive will have ongoing benefits for the broader community.

Take the time to get to know local business owners by name and remember to share your positive reviews online and with your networks - these make a real difference to the success of our local businesses.

few months. Remember that the course is still open for rounds while all the works are going on, so be sure to head down and have a hit with your friends.

Get involved at Vermont South Neighbourhood House

Just down the road from Vermont South Club, one of my favourite community hubs is

5 Star Food Program

Brentford Square Charcoal Chicken has been named Council’s 5 Star Food Safe business for July after they achieved outstanding results in a recent inspection.

The takeaway food shop, currently managed by Nick and Mary Marapas, opened in Forest Hill in 1991 and has been operating for more than 30 years. Find out about other local businesses that achieved excellent star ratings by visiting www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ ehealth-portal

Address: 3 Brentford Square, Forest Hill

Trading Hours: 10am-8pm daily Phone: 9894 1355

Website: “Brentford Square Charcoal Chicken” on Facebook.

the Vermont South Neighbourhood House. They have an on-site café run by the lovely Claudia, and a huge variety of great value classes and courses. You can brush up on your cooking skills, learn a new instrument or language, get involved in some arts and crafts or practice some yoga or meditation. Be sure to drop into the house on Karobran Dr or visit their website - vsnh.org.au –to see what you can do there.

Spend locally and win!

The Winter Warmers competition is now on.

Simply spend at least $10 in any Whitehorse business, upload your receipt to our website and go in the draw to win one of five $250 local business voucher packs.

There will be one voucher pack to be won each week during July. Remember to keep your paper receipt to enter!

L Find out more and submit your entries online at www.whitehorse.vic.gov. au/winter-warmers

Get involved at Whitehorse's new Repair Cafe

We’re excited to announce the healthAbility Repair Cafe will open in Whitehorse on 12 August 2023 – and will be held monthly at Strathdon House in Forest Hill.

How our new Waste Service Charge impacts you

Starting this month, Council is changing the way we charge for waste and recycling services, to make it more transparent, fair and sustainable.

Until now, Council has charged for waste and recycling services through the general rates plus supplementary bin charges for food and garden organics bins, and any larger or additional garbage bins.

General rates are calculated based on the capital improved value (CIV) of the property. This means rate payers contribute to most waste and recycling services based on the CIV of their property. Properties with a higher CIV pay more for the same service than properties with a lower

CIV. But from the start of this financial year (1 July), all rateable properties in Whitehorse will be charged the same fee for the standard waste and recycling services they receive.

The Waste Service Charge is not an additional fee. The charges for waste and recycling services will be separated from the general rates and listed separately on your annual rate notice, which you receive in August.

Your rates will be recalculated to reflect this separation.

L For more information search

‘Waste Service Charge’ at Council’s website.

Every year, tonnes of household items end up in landfill simply because they were broken. Repair Cafes try and fix broken items so they can continue to be used for years to come.

Ahead of the launch, the team is looking for volunteers to join the repairer community!

The roles include:

▪ General Support with Admin/ Reception/Coordination

▪ Bike Mechanic

▪ Clothing and Sewing

▪ Furniture Maker/Repairer

▪ Basic PC and Laptop Repairer

▪ Clock and Watch Repairer

▪ Mechanical Repairer

▪ Electrical Engineer

▪ Musical Instrument Repairer

▪ Book Binding Repairer

▪ Jewellery Repairer

▪ ‘Odd Job’ Repairersbe prepared for anything!

Where possible, repairers will demonstrate how the broken item can be repaired and in doing so, share some basic repair skills. If you wish to help in any of these roles or would like to know more, please email Repair Cafe Manager Stewart Blair at Stewart.Blair@healthability.org.au

L For further information and to view the job description, visit: www.healthability. org.au/join-us/volunteersand-student-placement

Council lights the way and reduces greenhouse gas emissions

Another section of street lights has just been upgraded, brightening our local streets with energy efficient LEDs.

Keep an eye out for the upgraded decorative street lights along the length of Whitehorse Road and on Station Street and Carrington Road in Box Hill.

The two-year Decorative Street Light Changeover project was funded by a $1.2m Federal Government Local Roads and Community Infrastructure grant.

The grant enabled Council to upgrade a total of 628 lights to energy efficient LEDs, reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 2980 tonnes over their 20-year lifespan. That's the equivalent of removing 663 cars off the road for one year!

In addition to these environmental benefits, improved lighting increases safety on our local roads and delivers savings due to reduced electricity and maintenance costs.

New Positive Ageing role for Council

Council is excited to announce our new Positive Ageing function to support all Whitehorse residents.

Our new Positive Ageing function will:

▪ ensure Council provides services and facilities that are developed with the priorities, interests and needs of older residentsin mind

▪ support community development, enabling our community to connect, learn, volunteer and participate as we get older

▪ support older residents to navigate systems and supports in place for older people, and to advocate for high quality, responsive and inclusive services.

This follows Council’s decision to exit the Commonwealth Home Support Programme as a service provider, and expand its Positive

Plastic Free July fun at Whitehorse Neighbourhood Houses

Whitehorse Neighbourhood Houses are thrilled to be an active participant in a global sustainability event, Plastic Free July.

Ageing function so that it’s not constrained by age limits or eligibility criteria.

Once fully staffed, Council will have one of the largest Positive Ageing teams in Victoria. Director of Community Services, Lisa Letic said the new program will have a broader appeal and impact across Whitehorse.

“We already apply a seniors’ lens to community development, but our new Positive Ageing program will expand what we can do and who we can reach.

“We want to break down the barriers to social isolation and improve community connection so older people can participate and be active members in the community. This includes helping older people understand what services are available and how they can access them, especially if there’s a digital divide.”

L More information about Council’s Positive Ageing program will be available during the Seniors and Positive Ageing Festival in October. The community and older people will also be invited to participate in a survey to help design the Positive Ageing program. Subscribe to stay up-to-date by emailing positiveageing@whitehorse. vic.gov.au or call 9292 6110.

Bin signage design wins gold award at GOV Design Awards

Whitehorse City Council and Chee Design have won Gold at the 2023 GOV Design Awards for the Box Hill Bin Signage Project.

The initiative encourages millions of people worldwide to be part of the solution to plastic pollution, which is having a devastating impact on our oceans, waterways and in our communities. There are 10 Neighbourhood Houses in Whitehorse conducting a range of programs and activities on your doorstep, so come along and learn how to live a more sustainable plastic free life.

Activities include:

▪ Plastic free morning teas

▪ Plastic free pop-up events including recycling and upcycling craft activities

▪ Composting basics

▪ A biodiversity information session

▪ Make your own Beeswax wraps

▪ A FOGO bin information session in Chinese

▪ War on Waste information on recycling your batteries and phones.

All these activities will be free or low cost, so contact your local Neighbourhood House and get involved in making the world a better, more sustainable place.

L Find out more information at www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ plastic-free-july and the calendar of events at neighbourhood houses by visiting www.whitehorsecommunityhouses.org

The GOV Design Awards are a global program, accepting international nominations that celebrate the courage of commissioners and creators of design projects within the government, community and public sectors. This project promotes responsible waste disposal in Box Hill with 10 location-specific poster designs that showcase local parks, waterways and native flora and fauna.

We're proud to represent Box Hill's cultural diversity and engage the community through visually appealing posters that harmonise with the surroundings.

The posters, displayed in 36 locations, convey specific messages that highlight environmental benefits, lifestyle amenities, community support and reusable items.

The featured design (pictured) connects culturally diverse residents with their community while promoting responsible waste disposal. Other posters also creatively incorporate the Box Hill logo with wildlife, shopping bags and coffee cups.

WHITEHORSE CALENDAR

ACTIVATE WHITEHORSE

Creating Community – A Gathering Of Creatives

Join the Koonung Cottage team for coffee, chats and crafts. Bring your own project or join the team in planning and creating group-made upcycling projects. No experience necessary.

Where: Laneway next to Cellarmasters, South Parade, Blackburn

When: 12, 19 and 26 July, 10am-12pm. Weather permitting, call on the day to confirm.

More Information: 9878 6632 or info@koonungcottage.org.au

Friends For Reconcilliation

Learn more about this community group which is focused on discussing ways of enhancing reconciliation and respectful relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians.

Where: Red Activation Pod, Box Hill Mall

When: Lunchtime on 14, 19 and 28 July

For more information on Activate Whitehorse events and to plan your own, visit: whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ things-do/planning-your-event/ activate-whitehorse

YOUTH AND PARENTING

Sexual Health Victoria Forum

Parents and carers of young people aged 10-18 years can engage with an experienced Sexual Health Victoria educator to discuss relationships and sexuality education. It will include information around talking to young people about healthy relationships, consent, sex and sexuality in online environments, sexual health and accessing health services, along with question and answer time.

When: Tuesday 18 July, 7pm-8:30pm Bookings: Please register at whitehorse. vic.gov.au/talking-your-young-peopleabout-relationships-sexual-health

More information: 9262 6175 or parentresource@whitehorse.vic.gov.au

MARKETS

Whitehorse Farmers Market

Stock up on fresh produce, crafts and other goodies at this monthly market organised by Whitehorse’s Rotary and Rotaract clubs outside Council’s Civic Centre.

When: Sunday 9 July, 9am-1pm

Where: Whitehorse Civic Centre, 379-399 Whitehorse Road, Nunawading

More Information: ‘Rotary Whitehorse Farmers’ Market’ on Facebook

Arts Nunawading Market

Local makers offering a wide range of handmade goods from unique art and crafts to fresh produce and delicious gourmet food.

When: Sunday 23 July, 9am-2pm

Where: Whitehorse Civic Centre, 379-399 Whitehorse Road, Nunawading More Information: www. artsnunawading.org.au/market

ENVIRONMENT

Food Organics Garden Organics Recovery Facility Tour

Find out what happens to your waste once it’s collected on an educational tour of Bio Gro’s organics recovery facility, used by Council.

When: Thursday 20 July, 9am

Where: Meet out the front of the Nunawading Library (next to the Whitehorse Civic Centre)

More Information: Email green@whitehorse.vic.gov.au

Plastic Free July: Rebecca Luiz

The founder of Plastic Free July, Rebecca Luiz, will share solutions and stories from people making small steps to reduce plastic waste.

When: Tuesday 11 July, 7pm

Where: Online via Zoom, register by visiting the ‘What’s On’ page at Council’s website.

BOX HILL COMMUNITY ARTS CENTRE

Birds Eye – Santosh Mahale

An immersive solo exhibition on travel art by a Box Hill based self-taught artist.

When: 4-16 July, with official launch on 8 July, 5pm-7pm

This Is Me

Enter The Avenue Neighbourhood House’s Self Portrait competition by 12 July for your chance to win a $500 prize. All entries must come with an artist statement and be drawn in portrait mode, not landscape.

When: Exhibition at BHCAC from 18-30 July

Cost: $10 entry fee, includes canvas. Winner announced 30 July. More Information: The Avenue Neighbourhood House: 9808 2000, info@theavenue.org.au

Box Hill Community Arts Centre is at 470 Station St, Box Hill and is open Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, Weekends 10am-4pm.

PERFORMING ARTS –WHITEHORSE PRESENTS

Night and Day

The fabulous Gina Hogan returns to the stage with another standout show featuring songs from Doris Day and Shirley Bassey. With songs like ‘Secret Love’, ‘Everybody Loves A Lover’, ‘Diamonds Are Forever’ and ‘I Who Have Nothing’, you’ll be taken on a trip down memory lane.

When: Wednesday 5 July, 11am

Where: Stairway, Vermont

Tickets: Full $22, Group (10+) $20. Complimentary morning tea served from 10am

The Sunshine Club

The joyful, thought-provoking and acclaimed musical which focuses on Aboriginal soldier Frank Doyle and his desire to change things for the better in post-WWII Brisbane. He opens The Sunshine Club, a

place where all people are welcome to come together, laugh, romance and dance the night away.

When: Friday 7 July, 7.30pm and Saturday 8 July, 1.30pm

Where: One Community, Blackburn

Tickets: Full $55, Concession $52 Visit theround.com.au for more information.

PRUNING AND NATURESTRIPS

Pruning keeps trees clear of power lines

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

Pruning will continue in Forest Hill in July, and also possibly begin in Vermont in late July.

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

KIDS IMMUNISATIONS

Council provides free vaccinations against infectious diseases for children aged from six weeks to 19 years old, as well as a limited range of vaccines for eligible adults in accordance with the National Immunisation Program Schedule. Council has a booking system for the Public Immunisation Program. To make a booking, please phone 9262 6197. Those without a booking will not be vaccinated.

Scan the QR code for the immunisation schedule:

垃圾收集服务缴费提醒 从本月起，市议会将改变我们 对垃圾收集和回收服务的缴 费方式，使其更加透明、公平 和可持续。Whitehorse 辖内 所有应纳税物业均需缴纳相 同的标准垃圾收集和回收服 务费。该项收费将与一般差饷 分开，并在您的年度差饷通知 书上单独列出。详情请在市议 会网站上搜索“Waste Service Charge”。

Whitehorse 无塑七月

Whitehorse 社区服务中心 (Neighbourhood Houses) 非常乐意投入这次“无塑七月 (Plastic Free July)”活动。

Whitehorse 辖内的10个社区 服务中心将在您家附近举办一 系列的节目和活动。

L 如需了解详情并查看完 整的活动日历，请浏览网 站：www.whitehorse communityhouses.org

地方法规检讨

我们正对地方法规进行检讨， 以确保这些法规可持续体现社 区的需求，我们也希望聆听您 的意见！

请把握机会对一些列广泛的 话题发表您的意见——从安全 问题到环境可持续性，再到您 能在市议会保护区进行什么 活动以及拥有动物等话题。

意见反馈截止日期为2023年

7月31日。请上网站 yoursay. whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ local-laws 表达您的意见

Nhắc nhở về Phí dịch vụ

Xử lý Rác thải

Bắt đầu từ tháng này, Hội đồng thành phố sẽ thay đổi cách chúng tôi tính phí cho các dịch vụ tái chế và rác thải để làm cho việc này minh bạch, công bằng và bền vững hơn. Tất cả bất động sản chịu thuế ở

Whitehorse sẽ được tính cùng một khoản phí cho các dịch vụ tái chế và chất thải tiêu chuẩn mà họ nhận được. Lệ phí sẽ được tách ra khỏi lệ phí chung và được liệt kê riêng trong thông báo lệ phí hàng năm của bạn. Để biết thêm thông tin, hãy tìm kiếm ‘Waste Service Charge‘ tại trang mạng của Hội đồng Thành phố.

Tháng Bảy không đồ nhựa tại Whitehorse

Các nhà cộng đồng Whitehorse rất vui mừng được trở thành thành viên tích cực trong tháng này trong chiến dịch Tháng Bảy Không đồ Nhựa.

Có 10 Nhà cộng đồng ở Whitehorse tiến hành một loạt các chương trình và hoạt động ngay trước cửa nhà bạn.

L Tìm hiểu thêm và xem toàn bộ lịch sự kiện tại www.whitehorse communityhouses.org

Tái xét Luật địa phương Để đảm bảo luật pháp địa phương tiếp tục phản ánh nhu cầu của cộng đồng chúng ta, chúng tôi đang xem xét chúng và muốn nghe ý kiến từ bạn! Đây là cơ hội để bạn nói lên ý kiến của mình về nhiều chủ đề, từ các vấn đề an toàn đến môi trường bền vững, đến những gì bạn có thể làm trong các khu công viên của Hội đồng và sở hữu động vật. Việc nhận phản hồi sẽ kết thúc vào ngày 31 tháng Bảy năm 2023. Hãy cho chúng tôi biết suy nghĩ của bạn tại yoursay.whitehorse.vic. gov.au/local-laws

Υπενθύμιση Τελών Υπηρεσίας Απορριμμάτων

Ξεκινώντας αυτό το μήνα, ο Δήμος αλλάζει τον τρόπο με τον

οποίο χρεώνει για τις υπηρεσίες απορριμμάτων και ανακύκλωσης

για να γίνει πιο διαφανής, δίκαιος

και βιώσιμος. Όλες οι περιούσιες

που πληρώνουν δημοτικά τέλη

στο Whitehorse θα χρεώνονται

το ίδιο τέλος για τις τυπικές

υπηρεσίες απορριμμάτων και ανακύκλωσης που λαμβάνουν.

Το τέλος θα διαχωριστεί από

τα γενικά δημοτικά τέλη και θα παρατίθεται ξεχωριστά στην ετήσια ειδοποίηση των δημοτικών τελών. Για περισσότερες πληροφορίες, ψάξτε για την «Waste Service Charge» στην ιστοσελίδα του Συμβουλίου.

Ιούλιος χωρίς πλαστικά στο Whitehorse

Τα Σπίτια της Γειτονιάς του Whitehorse είναι ενθουσιασμένα

που συμμετέχουν ενεργά αυτό το μήνα στον Ιούλιο Χωρίς Πλαστικά.

Υπάρχουν 10 Σπίτια της Γειτονιάς του Whitehorse που διεξάγουν μια σειρά προγραμμάτων και δραστηριοτήτων στο κατώφλι σας.

L Βρείτε περισσότερα και

δείτε τις ημερομηνίες όλων των εκδηλώσεων στον

ιστότοπο www.whitehorse communityhouses.org

Αναθεώρηση Τοπικής Νομοθεσίας

Για να διασφαλίσουμε ότι οι τοπικοί νόμοι μας εξακολουθούν

να αντικατοπτρίζουν τις ανάγκες

της κοινότητάς μας, τους αναθεωρούμε και θέλουμε να ακούσουμε τη γνώμη σας!

Είναι η ευκαιρία σας να εκφράσετε τις απόψεις σας

σε ένα ευρύ φάσμα θεμάτων, από θέματα ασφάλειας έως περιβαλλοντική βιωσιμότητα, στο τι μπορείτε να κάνετε στα

αποθεματικά του Συμβουλίου και στην κατοχή ζώων. Η υποβολή σχολίων κλείνει στις 31 Ιουλίου 2023. Πείτε μας τις σκέψεις

σας στον ιστότοπο yoursay. whitehorse.vic.gov.au/local-laws

Ricordate che cambia il servizio di raccolta dei rifiuti

A partire da questo mese, il Comune cambia il modo in cui vengono addebitati i servizi di riciclo e raccolta dei rifiuti per renderlo più trasparente, equo e sostenibile. A tutte le proprietà di Whitehorse soggette a tassazione verrà addebitata la stessa tariffa per i servizi standard di raccolta e di riciclo dei rifiuti. La tariffa sarà separata da quelle generali ed elencata separatamente nell’avviso annuale di pagamento. Per maggiori informazioni cercate ‘Waste Service Charge’ sul sito del Comune.

Luglio senza plastica a Whitehorse

Le Case del vicinato di Whitehorse sono entusiaste di partecipare attivamente questo mese all’iniziativa ‘Luglio senza plastica’.

A Whitehorse ci sono 10 Case del vicinato che conducono una serie di programmi e attività di facile accesso.

L Per maggiori informazioni e per visualizzare il calendario completo degli eventi andate al sito www.whitehorse communityhouses.org

Revisione delle leggi locali Stiamo revisionando le leggi locali per garantire che continuino a riflettere le esigenze della nostra comunità, e vogliamo sentire la vostra opinione!

È l’occasione per esprimere la vostra opinione su una vasta gamma di argomenti, dai problemi di sicurezza alla sostenibilità ambientale, a quello che si può fare nelle riserve naturali del Comune al possesso degli animali. Potete esprimere la vostra opinione fino al 31 luglio 2023. Fateci sapere la vostra opinione andando al sito yoursay.whitehorse.vic.gov. au/local-laws