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.

Για δωρεάν υπηρεσίες διερμηνέα τηλεφωνήστε στο 131 450. Δηλώστε τη γλώσσα που μιλάτε και ζητήστε να συνδεθείτε με το Whitehorse City Council.

Per l’assistenza gratuita di un interprete chiamare il 131 450. Specificare la propria lingua e chiedere di parlare con il Whitehorse City Council.

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.