Whitehorse News | September 2023

Whitehorse Seniors Positive Ageing Festival 1 - 31 October, 2023

For more information contact Customer Service on (03) 9262 6333.

Whitehorse Seniors Positive Ageing Festival Opening Expo Event

Celebrating life at any age: Join us for the Seniors Positive Ageing Festival in Whitehorse. This expo will feature live music, food and information stalls and so much more!

Host: The Round

Enquiries: 9262 6333

Where: The Round

When: Sunday 1 October 10am

Booking required: No

Performance at the Positive Ageing Expo event

Enjoy the sounds of the Melbourne Chinese Orchestra during this 30 minute performance.

Host: Melbourne Chinese Orchestra

Enquiries: 0490 757 396

Where: The Round Performing Arts Centre

When: Sunday 1 October 10.15 - 10.45am

Booking required: No

Become a School Crossing Supervisor!

Hear about how to assist school aged children to cross the road at established school crossings.

Host: Whitehorse City Council

Enquiries: 9262 6064

Where: The Round Performing Arts Centre

When: Sunday 1 October 10 - 11am

Booking required: No

Grandparent and GrandchildMake a Ceramic Owl

Make a ceramic owl during this two hour workshop.

Host: Box Hill Community Arts Centre

Enquiries: 9895 8809

Where: Box Hill Community Arts

Centre 470 Station St, Box Hill

When: Monday 2 October

10am - 12pm

Booking required: www.bhcac.com.au/whats-on/ courseandworkshops/

Cost: $30

Uke‘n Play Ukulele

Fun-filled introductory session with music leader Margaret Crichton. Bring your own ukulele or borrow one of ours.

Host: Bennettswood

Neighbourhood House

Enquiries: 9888 0234

Where: Bennettswood

Neighbourhood House, Burwood

When: Monday 2 October

11.30am - 12.30pm

Booking required: info@bennettswoodnh.org.au

Throughout the month of October we celebrate ageing positively with a diverse mix of online and in person events.

Bookings are via the event host or online at www.whitehorse.vic.gov. au/seniors-festival

Events are free unless otherwise listed.

For more information contact Customer Service on 03 9262 6333.

Please note: event details may change after time of printing due to circumstances beyond our control.

A Question of Age: with Jacinta Parsons

Host: Eastern Elder Abuse Network

Enquiries: 9874 5270

Where: The Round Performing Arts Centre

When: Sunday 1 October 2 - 3.30pm

Booking required: www.theround.com.au/ whats-on/a-question-of-age

Cost: $10 per adult, $5 for concession card holders

Dance for Fitness  Join a free fitness class in the fun atmosphere.

Host: Box Hill Community Arts Centre

Enquiries: 9895 8809

Where: Box Hill Community Arts

Centre 470 Station St, Box Hill

When: Monday 2 October 1 - 2pm

Booking required: www.creativewhitehorse.vic.gov. au/whats-on

Trace your Box Hill Family  The Society’s archivist, an experienced genealogist and historian, will be available to help visitors research their family connections to the Box Hill area.

Host: Box Hill Historical Society

Enquiries: 0429 833 324

Where: Suite 7, Box Hill

Town Hall Hub

When: Tuesday 3 October

Tuesday 10 October

Tuesday 17 October

Tuesday 24 October

Tuesday 31 October

All sessions 11am - 3.30pm

Booking required: boxhillhistory@gmail.com

Bookings: Online or via the event host | All events are FREE unless stated otherwise

www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/seniors-festival

Flourishing in Retirement: Planning for purpose and wellbeing in your retirement

A presentation by Psychologist and career coach Bri Hayllar.

Host: Koonung Cottage

Community House

Enquiries: 9878 6632

Where: Koonung Cottage

Community House

When: Tuesday 3 October

7 - 8pm

Booking required: admin@koonungcottage.org.au

Learn Ballroom Dancing

Learn to Ballroom Dance in a fun and enjoyable setting.

Host: Whitehorse Activities Club

Enquiries: 0412 647 324

Where: Nunawading

Community Hub

When: Tuesday 3 October 7 - 9pm

Booking required: No

Learn to Draw

Introductory drawing class with pencils, colour and shading.

Host: Bennettswood

Neighbourhood House

Enquiries: 9888 0234

Where: Bennettswood

Neighbourhood House, Burwood

When: Thursday 5 October 11am - 1pm

Booking required: info@bennettswoodnh.org.au

Whitehorse Film Society

Free Film Night

June Again – During a fleeting bout of lucidity from her dementia, June Wilton has precious little time to bring together her estranged children, save the family business, and rekindle an old flame.

Host: Whitehorse Film Society

Enquiries: Laurie 9800 1825 or Pat 9877 1474

Where: Whitehorse Civic Centre, Willis Room

When: Saturday 7 October

Saturday 21 October Both sessions 7.45pm arrival.

Booking required: Call to book your place.

Gurudwara Temple Tour

Tour of temple followed by a delicious vegetarian lunch. Dress code is smart casual, shoes must be removed before entering. A head scarf will also be provided.

Host: Gurudwara Temple

Enquiries: 9894 1800

Where: 127 Whitehorse Road, Blackburn

When: Sunday 8 October 1 - 3pm

Booking required: No

Learn to Play Rummikub

Rummikub is a tile-based game for 2-4 players, combining elements of the card game

rummy and mahjong.

Host: Whitehorse Activities Club

Enquiries: 0412 647 324

Where: Whitehorse

Community Resource Centre, Level 1, 79 Mahoneys Rd, Forest Hill

When: Thursday 5 October

10am - 12pm

Booking required: No

Try Lawn Bowls

Come and try barefoot bowls. You are welcome to wear flat sole shoes if you prefer.

Host: Heatherdale Recreation and Bowls Club Inc.

Enquiries: 9722 9554

Where: 114 Heatherdale

Road, Mitcham

When: Thursday 5 October

Thursday 12 October

Thursday 19 October

Thursday 26 October

All sessions 3pm - 6pm

Booking required: No

Mitcham Veteran

Bowls Tourament

Join the Mitcham Bowling Club for lawn bowling. Ages 80+. Includes delicious morning tea and lunch.

Host: Mitcham Bowls Club

Enquiries: 0417 167 899

Where: Mitcham Bowls Club

When: Sunday 8 October 9am - 4pm

Booking required: www.mitchambowlingclub.com.au

Cost: $20

Strength Training for Seniors

Enjoy gentle seated and standing exercises with weights to help you maintain strength and balance. Enjoy a cuppa afterwards in our Chatty Cafe. Please wear comfortable clothes and flat supportive shoes.

Host: Koonung Cottage

Community House

Enquiries: 9878 6632

Where: Koonung Cottage

Community House

When: Monday 9 October 10 - 11.30am

Booking required: admin@koonungcottage.org.au

Saving a Life Story

Your memories and family history are precious. Record your life story for generations to come.

Host: Box Hill South Neighbourhood House

Enquiries: 9898 8270

Where: Box Hill South Neighbourhood House

When: Monday 9 October

10.30am - 12pm

Booking required: info@bhsnh.org.au

Whitehorse Seniors Positive Ageing Festival 1 - 31 October 2023

For more information contact Customer Service on (03) 9262 6333.

Carpet Bowls

Carpet Bowls is like lawn bowls only it is indoors and played on a large long carpet strip.

Please wear soft sole shoes.

Host: Whitehorse Activities Club

Enquiries: 0412 647 324

Where: Mahoneys Pavilion, Forest Hill

When: Monday 9 October 9am - 12pm

Booking required: No

Mindfulness and Wellbeing Sessions

Practice relaxation, mindfulness and self-care activities. Followed by a delicious morning tea.

Host: healthAbility

Enquiries: 9430 9100

When: Tuesday 10 October 10am - 11.30am

Where: Box Hill Baptist Church, 3 Ellingworth Parade, Box Hill

When: Tuesday 17 October 10am - 11.30am

Where: healthAbility Eltham (Wominjeka room)

When: Thursday 26 October 2pm - 3.30pm

Where: Strathdon House

Booking required: www.trybooking.com/CJQUN

Please advise of any dietary requirements upon booking.

Gentle Fitness

An easy and safe exercise workout routine to help you remain active and independent, floor exercises.

Host: Bennettswood

Neighbourhood House

Enquiries: 9888 0234

Where: Bennetswood

Neighbourhood House, Burwood

When: Tuesday 10 October

12 - 1pm

Booking required: info@bennettswoodnh.org.au

Afternoon Tea at the Talking Cafe

Enjoy a delicious afternoon tea. Meet up with old and new friends.

Host: Vermont South Neighbourhood House

Enquiries: 9803 2335

Where: Vermont South Neighbourhood House

When: Tuesday 10 October 2 - 3.30pm

Booking required: info@vsnh.org.au

Cost: $5

Wine Group

Learn about wine in a relaxed setting.

Host: U3A Box Hill

Enquiries: 0409 187 258

Where: Strabane Hall, Mont Albert North

When: Tuesday 10 October 5 - 6pm

Booking required: betty_shaw@hotmail.com

Senior Exercise class

Improve your muscle tone, coordination and balance while improving your overall health.

Host: Kerrimuir Neighbourhood House Inc

Enquiries: 9899 7660

Where: Kerrimuir Neighbourhood House, Box Hill North

When: Wednesday 11 October 10 -11am

Stretch & Strength training

An introduction to strength building, balance and flexibility using stretches and small weights.

Host: Bennettswood

Neighbourhood House

Enquiries: 9888 0234

Where: Bennetswood

Neighbourhood House, Burwood

When: Tuesday 10 October 4 - 5pm

Tuesday 24 October 12 - 1pm

Booking required: info@bennettswoodnh.org.au

Mind Body Therapy

Socialise while exploring the inner self. This is a mind body therapy that draws upon acupuncture.

Host: U3A Box Hill

Enquiries: 0409 187 258

Where: Strabane Hall, Mont Albert North

When: Wednesday 11 October 2 - 3pm

Booking required: No

Booking required: info@kerrimuirhouse.org.au

Book Group

Enjoy literature and share ideas in a friendly setting. The group will be discussing Shuggie Bain by Douglas Stuart.

Host: U3A Box Hill

Enquiries: 0409 187 258

Where: Lewis Room, Box Hill Library

When: Wednesday 11 October 1 - 3pm

Booking required: No

Chair Yoga

Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that can be done sitting on a chair or standing on the ground.

Host: Kerrimuir Neighbourhood House Inc

Enquiries: 9899 7660

Where: Kerrimuir Neighbourhood House, Box Hill North

When: Thursday 12 October 11.30am - 12.30pm

Booking required: info@kerrimuirhouse.org.au

Bookings: Online or via the event host | All events are FREE unless stated otherwise

www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/seniors-festival

Christmas Tree Craft Class

Join our craft class to make an amazing Christmas Tree creation.

Host: Louise Multicultural Community Centre

Enquiries: 9285 4850

Where: Suite 8, Town Hall Hub, 27 Bank Street, Box Hill

When: Thursday 12 October 12.30 - 1.30pm

Booking required: info@louise.org.au

Learn to Play Mahjong

Try out this ancient table top game, enrich your life and exercise your mind as you learn new skills.

Host: U3A Box Hill

Enquiries: 0409 187 258

Where: Strabane Hall, Mont Albert North

When: Thursday 12 October 1.30 - 2pm

Booking required: No

Men’s Shed Repair Cafe

Do you have broken items, that need a simple repair? Come along to the Repair Café and find out how you can get involved.

Host: healthAbility

Enquiries: 9430 9100

Where: Strathdon House Orchard Precinct, Forest Hill

When: Saturday 14 October 10am - 2pm

Booking required: No

Spanish for Beginners

An informal and fun approach to learning Spanish.

Host: U3A Box Hill

Enquiries: 0409 187 258

Where: Strabane Hall, Mont Albert North

When: Monday 16 October 1 - 1.30pm

Booking required: No

Tai Chi - Come and Try

Suitable for all fitness levels. Small class size. Free for first-timers during Seniors Festival.

Host: Clota Cottage

Neighbourhood House

Enquiries: 0412 455 061

Where: Clota Cottage

Neighbourhood House, Box Hill

When: Thursday 12 October 12 - 1.10pm

Booking required: admin@clotacottage.org.au

Vermont Garden Club monthly meeting

Dr. Greg Moore OAM, expert in arboriculture, will present “Your Gardens and Trees make a City Liveable and Sustainable”.

Supper will follow. All welcome.

Host: Vermont Garden Club Inc.

Enquiries: 0401 431 239

Where: Whitehorse Horticultural Centre, Forest Hill

When: Thursday 12 October 8 - 9.30pm

Booking required: No

Karaoke Performance

Enjoy the singing of popular songs by this karaoke group.

Host: U3A Box Hill

Enquiries: 0409 187 258

Where: Mont Albert Pavilion

When: Friday 13 October Friday 20 October

Both sessions 11am - 12pm

Booking required: No

Table Tennis

Great activity for hand eye coordination and moderate exercise. We play doubles so that involvement is maximised. All abilities welcome.

Host: Whitehorse Activities Club

Enquiries: 0412 647 324

Where: Mahoneys Pavilion, Forest Hill

When: Friday 13 October 9.30 - 11am

Booking required: No

Vermont Garden Club Monthly Meeting

Annette Kennedy who specialises in African Violets, will speak at this meeting, which is open to all, members and non-members. Supper will follow.

Host: Vermont Garden Club Inc.

Enquiries: 0401 431 239

Where: Whitehorse Horticultural Centre 82 Jolimont Rd, Forrest Hill

When: Saturday 14 October 8 - 9.30pm

Booking required: vermontgardenclub@gmail.com

Drawing Class Demonstration

Drawing techniques demonstrated in a friendly atmosphere.

Host: U3A Box Hill

Enquiries: 0409 187 258

Where: Mont Albert Pavilion

When: Monday 16 October 1 - 1.30pm

Booking required: No

Creative Photography

Learn how to take interesting and well composed photographs in a friendly environment.

Host: U3A Box Hill

Enquiries: 0409 187 258

Where: Strabane Hall, Mont Albert North

When: Tuesday 17 October 10 - 11am

Booking required: No

Whitehorse Seniors Positive Ageing Festival 1 - 31 October, 2023

For more information contact Customer Service on (03) 9262 6333.

Writing Group

Enjoy sharing your writing with a friendly group.

Host: U3A Box Hill

Enquiries: 0409 187 258

Where: Strabane Hall, Mont Albert North

When: Tuesday 17 October

Tuesday 31 October

2 - 3pm

Booking required: No

Afternoon Tea and Chat

Connect with your local Neighbourhood House and share afternoon tea. Free for seniors.

Host: Clota Cottage

Neighbourhood House

Enquiries: 9722 9554

Where: Clota Cottage

Neighbourhood House, 31 Clota Avenue, Box Hill

When: Wednesday 18 October

1.30 - 2.30pm

Booking required: admin@clotacottage.org.au

Seniors Come and Try Painting

Art/painting class with our amazing and talented tutor Anna. Bring your own art smock. Host: Kerrimuir Neighbourhood House Inc

Enquiries: 9899 7660

Where: 57 Linda Avenue, Box Hill North

When: Wednesday 18 October 2 - 3.30pm

Booking required: info@kerrimuirhouse.org.au

Social Philosophy Group

Discuss current topics and issues using analytic techniques.

Host: U3A Box Hill

Enquiries: 0409 187 258

Where: Strabane Hall, Mont Albert North

When: Thursday 19 October 2 - 3pm

Booking required: No

Cooking with your Grandkids

Join us for a grandparent or special person and child/ren cooking lesson and enjoy a meal hosted by a Dietitian.

Host: healthAbility

Enquiries: 9430 9100

Where: Box Hill Baptist Church, 3 Ellingworth Parade

When: Tuesday 17 October 11am - 12.30pm

Booking required: www.trybooking.com/CJQUA

Cost: $10 per adult, free for children

Multicutural Café

Join us for a morning tea full of sharing stories in a diverse environment while enjoying a coffee and refreshments.

Host: Louise Multicultural Community Centre

Enquiries: 9285 4850

Where: Suite 8, Town Hall Hub, 27 Bank Street, Box Hill

When: Tuesday 17 October 12.30 - 1.30pm

Booking required: info@louise.org.au

Bush Dancing

Bush dance is a style of Australian dance. The dances are based on folk dances and don't have complex foot work.

Host: Whitehorse Activities Club

Enquiries: 0412 647 324

Where: Forest Hill Hall, 402-404

Canterbury Rd, Forest Hill

When: Wednesday 18 October

2.30 - 4pm

Booking required: No

Poetry Group

Come together to appreciate poetry in a friendly group setting.

Host: U3A Box Hill

Enquiries: 0409 187 258 Where: Strabane Hall, Mont Albert North

When: Wednesday 18 October 10 - 10.45am

Booking required: No

Knitting and Crochet Drop In

Drop in for a chat with this friendly group of craft devotees.

Host: U3A Box Hill

Enquiries: 0409 187 258

Where: The Scout Hall, Mont Albert North

When: Thursday 19 October

10.45am - 12.15pm

Booking required: No

Strength Training for Seniors

Learn more about the benefits of strength training for seniors.

Host: U3A Box Hill

Enquiries: 0409 187 258

Where: Strabane Hall, Mont Albert North

When: Thursday 19 October 11am - 12pm

Booking required: No

Plant propagation

Learn how to take cuttings from plants so you can share plants with friends.

Host: Box Hill South Neighbourhood House

Enquiries: 9898 8270

Where: Box Hill South Neighbourhood House

When: Thursday 19 October 10am -11am

Booking required: info@bhsnh.org.au

Bookings: Online or via the event host | All events are FREE unless stated otherwise

www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/seniors-festival

Seniors Gentle Chair Fitness

Chair based gentle exercise with the use of weights to improve muscle tone, coordination and balance.

Host: Kerrimuir Neighbourhood House Inc

Enquiries: 9285 4850

Where: 57 Linda Avenue, Box Hill North

When: Thursday 19 October 10 - 11am

Booking required: info@kerrimuirhouse.org.au

Learn Oil Painting

Learn the techniques of oil painting in a friendly group environment.

Host: U3A Box Hill

Enquiries: 0409 187 258

Where: Strabane Hall, Mont Albert North

When: Friday 20 October 10 - 11 am

Booking required: No

Mitcham Community House

Open Day

For a gold coin donation enjoy an art exhibition, cuppa and cake, petting zoo, facepainting, plus $2 per sausage from the sausage sizzle.

Host: Mitcham

Community House

Enquiries: 0468 344 540

Where: 19 Brunswick Road, Mitcham

When: Saturday 21 October 11.30am - 1.30pm

Booking required: No

Cost: Gold coin donation

Low Cost Summer Comfort at Home

This webinar explores simple energy efficiency measures that can help make your home (including rentals) more comfortable in summer, saving money and reducing emissions.

Host: Whitehorse City Council

Enquiries: 9262 6436

Where: Online event

When: Tuesday 24 October 7 - 8.30pm

Booking required: bit.ly/45lSsgy

Farmhouse Friday

Come and enjoy our visiting animal farm and enjoy a Devonshire tea. Families and grandchildren welcome.

Host: Clota Cottage

Neighbourhood House

Enquiries: 0412 455 061

Where: 31 Clota Avenue, Box Hill

When: Wednesday 25 October 10am - 1pm

Booking required: 9899 0062

Mahjong

Mahjong is a Chinese game played with tiles. It is a game of skill, strategy and luck.

Host: Whitehorse Activities Club

Enquiries: 0412 647 324

Where: Whitehorse

Community Resource Centre, Level 1, 79 Mahoneys Rd, Forest Hill.

When: Friday 20 October 1 - 3pm

Booking required: No

Play Solo and Five Hundred

Join in or watch and learn how to play these popular card games.

Host: U3A Box Hill

Enquiries: 0409 187 258

Where: Strabane Hall, Mont Albert North

When: Tuesday 24 October

Tuesday 31 October

Both sessions 2 - 3pm

Booking required: No

Taking Charge - Senior Rights

Join us for a discussion about positive Ageing, rights, and how to remain in charge of our lives as we age.

Host: Eastern Community Legal Centre

Enquiries: 9957 2473

Where: Box Hill Town Hall 1022

Whitehorse Rd, Box Hill

When: Wednesday 25 October

1.30 - 3.30pm

Booking required: qrco.de/beHTrt

Picture Framing

Learn how to do your own framing.

Host: U3A Box Hill

Enquiries: 0409 187 258

Where: Templestowecontact betty_shaw@hotmail.com for address

When: Wednesday 25 October 9.30 - 11am

Booking required: No

Pilates and Stretching for Seniors

Strengthen abdominal muscles and enhance core stability to support your back and build postural confidenace. Please bring your own pilates mat.

Host: Whitehorse Activities Club

Enquiries: 0412 647 324

Where: 1st Nunawading Scout Hall, 1 Mark Place, Nunawading

When: Wednesday 25 October

11.30am - 12.30pm

Booking required: No

Bookings: Online or via the event host | All events are FREE unless stated otherwise

www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/seniors-festival

German for Beginners

An informal and fun approach to learning German.

Host: U3A Box Hill

Enquiries: 0409 187 258

Where: Strabane Hall, Mont Albert North

When: Thursday 26 October 10 - 11am

Booking required: No

Time To Talk Tech

Do you have a tech issue? Come along and get your tech questions answered whilst enjoying a delicious morning tea.

Host: Vermont South

Neighbourhood House

Enquiries: 9803 2335

Where: 1 Karobran Drive, Vermont South

When: Thursday 26 October 10 - 11.30am

Booking required: info@vsnh.org.au

Tennis

Tennis is a great activity to get and keep fit. Please wear tennis shoes.

Host: Whitehorse Activities Club

Enquiries: 0412 647 324

Where: Vermont Tennis Club

When: Friday 27 October 8am - 12pm

Booking required: No

Eight days of free public transport

As a Victorian Seniors Card holder, you can explore metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria with free travel from Sunday 1 October to Sunday 8 October 2023. 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.

Tackling Ageism

Alzheimers Research

Presentation

Interesting insight into research taking place here in Melbourne.

Host: U3A Box Hill

Enquiries: 0409 187 258

Where: Strabane Hall, Mont Albert North

When: Thursday 26 October 11.10am - 12.10pm

Booking required: No

Craft Embroidery

Learn the techniques of craft embroidery in a friendly group environment.

Host: U3A Box Hill

Enquiries: 0409 187 258

Where: East Doncaster - contact betty_shaw@hotmail.com for address

When: Thursday 26 October 11am - 12pm

Booking required: No

So, you’re retiring?

Explore how retirement can be an enriching stage of life. It can mean more than stopping work.

Host: Clota Cottage

Neighbourhood House

Enquiries: 0412 455 061

Where: 31 Clota Avenue, Box Hill

When: Thursday 26 October 1 - 2.30pm

Booking required: 9899 0062

Cost: Gold coin donation

Chinese Language and Culture

Writing, reading, talks and radio - a chance to demystify this complicated language.

Host: U3A Box Hill

Enquiries: 0409 187 258

Where: Strabane Hall, Mont Albert North

When: Tuesday 31 October 10 - 11am

Booking required: No

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, Council’s commitment and how you can support Council’s Ageism campaign visit www.whitehorse.vic.gov.

au/ageism

Need technology help?

If you would like technology help to access the Festival please contact Whitehorse Manningham Libraries to receive one-on-one phone and online support:

Blackburn 9896 8400 Box Hill 9896 4300

Vermont South 9872 8650

Nunawading 9872 8600

2023 Victorian Seniors Positive Ageing Festival

The Whitehorse Seniors Positive Ageing Festival is part of the Victorian Seniors Festival. Find more information online at www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.

au/victorian-seniors-festival

For general festival enquiries contact 9262 6110, for specific event enquiries please contact the relevant host.

WHITEHORSE

HERITAGE WEEK

All aboard for Whitehorse Heritage Week 2023! Explore our cultural heritage with fun events and activities –full program on pages 7-9.

• More for mutts Your guide to our 10 new off-lead dog parks

Page 3

• Stage almost set The Round prepares for its first shows Page 4

• Fun times ahead Spring School Holidays activities guide Page 6

• Getting our hands dirty Volunteers transform Gardiners Creek Trail Page 14

Contact Whitehorse City Council

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

customer.service@whitehorse.vic.gov.au

www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au

Phone: 9262 6333 Fax: 9262 6490

NRS: 133 677 then quote 9262 6333

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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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Tuesday 29 August 2023.

Mayor’s message

Cr Mark Lane

Whitehorse has a rich cultural history and this month we’re celebrating Heritage Week.

Acknowledgement of Country

Whitehorse City Council acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi-wurung 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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που μιλάτε και ζητήστε να συνδεθείτε με το Whitehorse City Council.

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You’ll be transported in a time capsule to discover the story of early transport in Whitehorse from carting orchard fruit to the markets, to Box Hill having the first electric tram in the Southern Hemisphere in the late 1800s. What you will not see is electric vehicles or charging stations but learn about the technology behind more sophisticated transport with the Victorian Tunnelling Centre tour. I encourage you to get involved.

Congratulations to the many community groups and individuals who received a 2023 Community Grant. The opportunities you provide for meaningful social connection and support is extremely important helping make Whitehorse a great place to live, work, play and study. With community at the heart of everything we do, results from the 2023 Local Government Community Satisfaction survey indicate Whitehorse performed better than the overall state average. While satisfactory, the survey identified key areas of improvement. Council will use these results to inform future service delivery planning and implementation.

With spring in the air, I encourage you to book a free HomeCycle collection – so get rid of your clutter and help those doing it tough. Since January we’ve collected more than 45,000 kgs of household items with 70 per cent being rehomed to communities that need them the most. Find out more on page 13.

Advocating for Whitehorse:

It is important for Council to advocate for our local community’s needs throughout the development of major transport projects to ensure they are supported by well designed, quality areas that complement the locality, and are used by the community for years to come.

Council’s advocacy throughout the LXRP project has seen a lot of deliverables that otherwise may not have been delivered. This has included:

▪ A new plaza space instead of a bridge crossing delivered at Mont Albert Village, showcasing local and loved heritage pieces within it.

▪ The relocation of the old Mont Albert station building, externally refurbished and located onto the plaza.

▪ Lorne Parade Reserve redesigned with a new play space, open space and significant planting works that stemmed from community demand.

▪ The creation of the pick-up and drop off area (off Mont Albert Road) linking to the station concourse access.

▪ An additional 470+ street and open space trees being delivered for our municipality.

▪ Council also received funding to construct flood lights at the Surrey Park baseball diamond, north-east oval.

Announcing our Community Grant recipients

Council congratulates the 101 community groups who were successful in their applications for the 2023 Community Grants program.

Applicants were awarded grants of up to $10,000 in 12 categories, while others recieved discounted support such as free tipping at Council’s Waste and Recycling Centre.

Council has proudly allocated more than $187,400 in funding and support through this year’s program. Applications for next year’s program will open in February 2024.

L To view the full list of recipients and find out more about the Whitehorse Community Grants program, search ‘Grants for the Community’ on Council’s website.

Let’s Dance!

The Mega Zumba Neon Party is happening at Aqualink Box Hill on Sunday 24 September and everyone in Whitehorse is invited.

Zumba is an exciting way to get your body moving, keep fit and have a blast. This isn’t just an exercise class - it’s a fun, social event with a pumping soundtrack that will keep you moving!

Whether you’re a seasoned Zumba aficionado or new to the energetic world of dance fitness, you’ll have a fabulous time and end your weekend on a high. The theme of the night is neon, so feel free to wear your brightest attire to light up the dance floor. No neon clothes in your wardrobe? No worries! We’re providing glow sticks to all attendees, ensuring everyone is part of the vibrant night.

The Mega Zumba Neon Party is free to all members, guests and residents of Whitehorse and registration is required. See you at Aqualink Box Hill on 24 September from 6.30pm - 8.00pm for an unforgettable neon Zumba experience.

L For more information and to register visit qrco.de/AQMZP or phone Aqualink on 9843 2900

More off-lead dog areas open in Whitehorse

There are even more places in Whitehorse to take your dog for some exercise – with 10 newly-declared offlead dog areas now available for owners and their four-legged friends to enjoy!

Councillors approved the creation of the new spaces at their meeting on 24 July, following a review which began in February 2023. It involved a one-month community consultation period which attracted more than 1250 responses. We reviewed the feedback and recommended a change to allow dogs off-lead in parts of the following parks, reserves and open space areas from 1 September:

Suburb Park or Reserve

New designated off-lead area

Burwood Bennettswood Reserve South Oval

Burwood East East Burwood Reserve North Oval

Blackburn South Eley Park (North) Main Oval

Mont Albert North Elgar Park

Nunawading Junction Road Reserve

Blackburn North Koonung Reserve

Blackburn North Slater Reserve

South West Oval

All areas

North West Oval

North West and South East areas

Box Hill North Springfield Reserve East Oval

Surrey Hills Surrey Park

North West Oval, North East Baseball Sports Field and South East Upper Oval

Box Hill Whitehorse Reserve Howard Wilson Oval

Owners can only let their dog off a lead at these new areas if they:

▪ Have the dog under control and can prevent it behaving in a manner which threatens or causes a nuisance to any person or animal.

▪ Carry a leash, chain, cord or similar for the dog, not exceeding 1.5m in length.

▪ Stay within 25m of their dog and maintain a clear unobstructed view of the dog at all times.

▪ Can ensure the dog will immediately return to them upon command.

Sparks Ward Councillor Tina Liu, who loves hiking with her dog, said the new off-lead areas would greatly benefit residents, visitors and their four-legged friends.

“For pet owners who can responsibly manage their dogs, this opens up many new options for them to exercise and enjoy these fantastic open spaces in our city together,” she said.

“Locals can be confident Council Officers will assist all users to follow our off-lead dog rules, and our parks team will continue to maintain these spaces in the fantastic conditions which they expect.”

As part of the approved actions, 14 premium sports grounds in Whitehorse were declared areas where dogs are not allowed.

L For a full guide to these newly declared places where you can and cannot take your dog, and Whitehorse’s existing off-lead dog areas, search ‘Exercising Your Dog’ on Council’s website.

Meet Bruce Will, a lifelong Whitehorse resident who fills his retirement days helping the community in not one, but two roles for Council.

Bruce, 76, ran his own plumbing business for more than 40 years and found himself looking for things to do after he retired.

He saw an advertisement in the former Whitehorse Leader newspaper eight years ago and applied to be a school crossing supervisor with Council. In his role, he helps young students cross the road safely as they arrive and leave school.

Bruce has become a familiar face for Vermont Secondary College students, assisting at the crossing on Boronia Road near the school from Monday to Friday in the mornings and afternoons.

Working for Whitehorse

“I enjoy it because you get to know the kids,” he said. “I’ve been going there now for six to seven years, so I’ve seen some of the children grow from grade six right out to leaving school.”

On at least two days every month, Bruce has a jam-packed day, as he also works as a Whitehorse News delivery driver in between his crossing supervisor shifts. He teams up with fellow drivers to drop off the latest issue of this publication to retirement villages, shopping centres and other distribution points.

Bruce recommends working as a school crossing supervisor to people of all ages, saying a handful of university students are also part of the team.

He also recommends retirees consider parttime or casual roles with Council if they are keen to give back to the community and stay busy during retirement.

“It keeps you active in the community –I’m not just sitting at home retired, I’m getting out and doing things for the community and the city, and it feels great being a part of it.”

Final touches being added to The Round

Construction of Whitehorse’s new performing arts centreThe Round - is in its final stages as staff put the finishing touches on this landmark venue for our community.

Our team has been working tirelessly to ensure the state-of-theart facility is ready to welcome our community home, with the first performances to grace the stage later this month.

The Round’s technical team is deep into a commissioning period, thoroughly testing and fine tuning all equipment to ensure a premier audience experience.

Meanwhile, our front-of-house and box office staff are getting ready to deliver a warm, welcoming service and a friendly face for all visitors. Mark your calendars for the debut public performance at The Round with the extraordinary Death of a Salesman, opening on Friday 15 September.

The Round will officially launch on Friday 13 October with our Opening Night concert, headlined by Lucy Durack and Gary Pinto. All ticketholders get to walk the red carpet and attend a special post-show cocktail party.

Become a School Crossing Supervisor!

Join Council’s crossing supervisor team. Apply online today. Visit the ‘Job Opportunities’ page through the ‘About Council’ and ‘Jobs’ tabs on Council’s website.

The Round team can’t wait to welcome you and share this remarkable new venue with the Whitehorse community and all of Melbourne. Be part of history and get your tickets for these special events at theround.com.au

The Round bartenders Soren Desira and Zanskar Thomas are getting ready to welcome guests from this month.

Older people speak up

We invite you to join the growing number of older people sharing their views about what’s important to them as they age.

Through our Positive Ageing survey, we’re hearing older people’s key priorities include:

▪ well-maintained footpaths and parks

▪ diverse employment opportunities

▪ disability-friendly transport

▪ accessible health services

▪ opportunities to socialise or volunteer.

We still need your feedback to help expand our Positive Ageing service. The service will ensure Council programs and facilities are developed with the priorities, interests and needs of older residents in mind.

We encourage people aged 55+ years to join the conversation. Your experiences and suggestions can shape our community into a more inclusive and vibrant place for our older residents.

We also want to hear from those aged 45–54 years, whose insights and ideas may contribute to improving our services for when it’s their turn to use them. Join the conversation online at yoursay.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/positive-ageing

L If you need a translator, or help accessing the survey please phone 9262 6110 or email PositiveAgeing@whitehorse.vic.gov.au to discuss what you need.

Results from 2023 Community Satisfaction Survey

Whitehorse City Council has achieved satisfactory results in the 2023 Local Government Community Satisfaction Survey, which has also identified areas for further improvement to meet the needs and expectations of our community.

The survey was conducted by an independent market research organisation between January and March on behalf of the Victorian Government. Five hundred Whitehorse residents were randomly selected to share their views on Council’s performance over the past 12 months.

Whitehorse achieved an overall rating of 66 points, higher than the state average of 56. We also scored a rating of 60 points in terms of ‘value for money’ compared to the state average of 49.

The survey results also showed Whitehorse performed better than some Melbourne metropolitan councils and the state average in areas including waste management, appearance of public areas and sealed local roads.

Despite this positive feedback, the survey results identified key improvement areas for Whitehorse including planning and building permits, consultation and engagement, and community decisions made in the interest of the community. Council will use these results to continually improve our performance in these areas, and to inform future service delivery planning and implementation.

Council notes overall performance across the local government sector has fallen in the eyes of some community members. Whitehorse Council continues to review its performance against community expectations having regard to all feedback across all customer service channels.

L More information can be found by searching ‘Community Satisfaction Survey’ on Council’s website.

WHITEHORSE

School Holiday Program

THE ROUND

Hamlet: Prince of Skidmark

Children’s entertainment stars

The Listies pull apart Shakespeare’s classic and glue it back together.

When: Tuesday 26 September

Where: The Round Ages: Suitable 5+ yrs Cost: $12 Bookings: Required

BOX HILL COMMUNITY ARTS CENTRE

All Day Art Day

Interactive pop culture fun, focusing on Pokemon and making mini fast food items out of clay.

When: Thursday 21 September

9.30am - 3.15pm Where: BHCAC

Ages: 6-12 yrs Cost: $89

Bookings: Required

Kindy Dance

A fun and energetic dance and music session for pre-schoolers and carers.

When: Thursday 28 September

9.45am - 10.30am Where: BHCAC

Ages: 3-5 yrs Cost: $15

Bookings: Required

Fun With Clay - Bookasaurus

Build a dinosaur bookend out of clay.

When: Monday 18 September

11.30am - 1pm Where: BHCAC

Ages: 6-12 yrs Cost: $42

Bookings: Required

Clay portraits of Famous Artists

Learn basic hand-building techniques to express your creativity sculpting with clay.

When: Wednesday 27 September 1pm - 3pm Where: BHCAC

Ages: 12-18 yrs Cost: $55

Bookings: Required

STRATHDON HOUSE AND ORCHARD PRECINCT

Feeling Fruity Fantastic

A jam-packed day of fruit-inspired cooking and art sessions.

When: Friday 22 September 9.30am - 3.15pm Where: SH&OP

Ages: 6-12 yrs Cost: $89

Bookings: Required

Garden Paver

Create your own mosaic paver for your garden. This workshop runs over two sessions.

When: Wednesday 20 September

10am - 1pm and Thursday 21 September 10am - 11.30am

Where: SH&OP

Ages: 8+ yrs Cost: $75

Bookings: Required

Terracotta Birds

Learn to sculpt and paint a beautiful terracotta clay bird for firing and glazing.

When: Tuesday 26 September 12.30pm - 2pm Where: SH&OP

Ages: 6-12 yrs Cost: $42

Bookings: Required

Family Clay Ducks

Create a unique terracotta clay duck sculpture.

When: Tuesday 26 September 10am - 12pm Where: SH&OP

Ages: Families with children 6+ yrs

Cost: $48 for an Adult and Child, $24 for an extra participant

Bookings: Required

All Day Art Day

Scavenger hunt, solar printing and other fun arty activities.

When: Wednesday 27 September

9.30am - 3.15pm Where: SH&OP

Ages: 6-12 yrs Cost: $89

Bookings: Required

Pet Portraits

Create a portrait of your furry or feathered friend in this fun art class!

BYO photo of your pet.

When: Thursday 21 September 12pm - 1.30pm Where: SH&OP

Ages: 6-12 yrs Cost: $42

Bookings: Required

Fabric Basket

Learning simple weaving techniques.

When: Wednesday 20 September 10.30am - 12.30pm Where: SH&OP

Ages: Families with children 6+ yrs

Cost: $48 Adult and Child, $24 for an extra participant Bookings: Required

SCHWERKOLT

I’m a driver!

Read the history clues and choose your transport to complete the activity sheet!

When: Saturdays 10am - 1pm, Sundays 1pm - 4pm Where: Schwerkolt Cottage and Museum Complex

Ages: 6-12 yrs Cost: Free Bookings: Not Required

YOUTH CONNEXIONS

Kokodama workshop

Unleash your inner gardener, meet new friends and craft your own stunning Kokodama plant.

When: Tuesday 19 September

2.30pm - 4.30pm Where: Youth ConneXions Ages: 12-25 yrs

Cost: Free Bookings: Required

Candlemaking workshop

Get ready to unleash your imagination and ignite your creativity making your own customised candles.

When: Tuesday 26 September

2.30pm - 4.30pm Where: Youth ConneXions Ages: 12-25 yrs

Cost: Free Bookings: Required

AQUALINK

Chillzone

Small and large inflatables and a tarzan rope in the pool.

When: Weekdays in the school holidays - check the website for the latest times. Where: Aqualink Nunawading

Ages: All Ages Cost: Normal entry fees apply Bookings: Not Required

Indoor court hire Basketball, Netball, Volleyball, Tennis, Soccer, Pickleball, Soft Volleyball or Badminton

Where: Aqualink Box Hill Ages: All Ages Cost: See website for details Bookings: Required

Tomorrow’s Stars Basketball Camp

Players will also develop team skills and gain more confidence in their abilities.

When: 18-19 September, 25-26 September 9am - 3pm

Where: Aqualink Box Hill

Ages: 5-14 yrs Cost: See website for details Bookings: Required

See our website for the full program and to make a booking

www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/school-holidays

International Sports Camps VIC Basketball Camp

A three-day basketball coaching program led by an experienced coaching panel.

When: Wednesday 20 SeptemberFriday 22 September 8.45am - 3.15pm

Where: Aqualink Box Hill Ages: Junior: 5-11 yrs Senior: 12-15 yrs Cost: See website for details Bookings: Required

SPORTLINK

Mark Smythe Table Tennis

Discover table tennis in a fun environment! Learn skills with four coaches over two-and-a-half days, then enjoy a competition.

When: Monday 18 SeptemberWednesday 20 September

Where: Sportlink Vermont South Ages: 7-16 yrs Cost: $225 per person with 10% discount for any booking with 2 or more Bookings: Required

Kelly Sports

Learn basic skills such as kicking, throwing and catching in a fun environment.

When: Weekdays from Monday 18 September to Thursday 28 September

Where: Sportlink Vermont South Ages: 4-12 yrs Cost: Half and Full Days:

• Morning Half Day (8.00am - 12.30pm) $45

• Full Day (8.00am - 5.30pm) $65

• Afternoon Half Day

(1.00pm - 5.30pm) $45 Bookings: Required

ENVIRO EDUCATION

Bees for Biodiversity

Take a tour of a beehive (minus the bees!) and discover why honey bees are so special.

When: Thursday 21 September 10am - 11.30am Where: Blackburn Lake Sanctuary Visitor Centre Ages: Families Cost: Free Bookings: Required

Possum Magic Prowl

Celebrate the 40th anniversary of Mem Fox’s ‘Possum Magic’

When: Wednesday 20 September, 6.30pm - 8pm and Wednesday

27 September, 6.30pm - 8pm

Where: Bellbird Dell, Vermont (20 September) and Yarran Dheran Nature Reserve, Mitcham (27 September)

Ages: Families Cost: Free Bookings: Required

Heritage Week 2023 sees us travel back in time! Exploring everything from tracks in the bush to the first electric tram, our program is full of fun and interesting activities that celebrate the history of transport in Whitehorse. Let’s explore our cultural heritage together: browse and book online.

www.creativewhitehorse.vic.gov.au/heritage-week

HOW

MORE EVENTS ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE

For all bookings and event information visit: www.creativewhitehorse. vic.gov.au/heritage-week

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Schwerkolt Family Day: Whitehorse Historical Society

Old-fashioned games, live music, heritage trades and crafts, giant bubbles, animal farm, art activity, heritage fire truck, square dancing and tours of the Cottage. Sausage sizzle, Devonshire teas, cake stall and coffee cart.

When: 10 September, 11am-4pm

Where: Schwerkolt Cottage and Museum Complex

Cost: Free event (No booking required)

The first electric tram

In this display see images and memorabilia from the Box Hill Historical Society, telling the story of the first electric tram in the southern hemisphere. It ran from Box Hill to Doncaster from 1889 until 1896. You can also see material relating to the centenary celebrations of 1989.

When: 10 – 17 September

Where: Box Hill Library

Cost: Free (No booking required)

www.creativewhitehorse. vic.gov.au/heritage-week

All events will be held in English

Image credits: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/heritage-week Whitehorse City Council gratefully acknowledges our partners in Heritage Week.

Wheeling through Whitehorse

The Whitehorse Historical Society presents a display of photos and items telling the story of transport in the Whitehorse area – including Kitty Windsor at the Nunawading railway gates, building the Mitcham reservoir and more.

When: 26 August –20 November

Where: Schwerkolt Cottage & Museum Complex

Cost: Free (No booking required)

Surrey Park Model Boat

Club Historic Boat Sail Past

See the Surrey Park Model Boat Club display, as well as a sail past on Surrey Park Lake (aka ‘Surrey Dive’), with models of the historic boats used to transport people and produce over the years.

When: 13 September, 10.45am

Where: Surrey Park Model Boat Clubrooms

Cost: Free (No booking required)

Victorian Tunnelling Centre Tour

A tour of the Victorian Tunnelling Centre’s state-ofthe-art replica training facilities, simulators, virtual and augmented reality experiences. This tour is sponsored by the Suburban Rail Loop Authority.

When: 14 September, 9am

Where: Bus to depart from Box Hill Town Hall

Cost: Free (Bookings essential)

A history of transport photography

Transport has always fascinated photographers. From trains to ocean liners to zeppelins, every stage of our transport journey has been recorded in photos. Join photo expert Alwyn Hanson to explore the challenges photographers have faced plus some tips to enhance your own photos.

When: 14 September, 1-2pm

Where: Nunawading Library

Cost: Free (Bookings essential)

Melbourne Tram Museum –20 years of Route 109

It's been 20 years since the Tram 109 was extended to Box Hill. In this talk, Tram Museum staff will look at the background to the extension and how it has performed. What is its future with the big Suburban Rail Loop project?

When: 15 September, 12pm

Find your ancestors in shipping records

It can sometimes be difficult to discover when and how your ancestors arrived in Australia from overseas. Join our presenter from Family History Connections and explore tips and tricks to help you identify when, how and where they arrived on our shores.

When: 11 September, 2-3pm

Where: Blackburn Library

Cost: Free (Bookings essential)

Where: Box Hill Town Hall

Cost: Free (Bookings essential)

Lives on the move

This tour, conducted by the Box Hill and Surrey Hills Historical Societies, will recall people whose modes of transport became central to their life (and death) stories.

It features the era of horses, road, rail and the voyage to Australia by ship.

When: 16 September, 2pm

Where: Box Hill Cemetery

Cost: $15 (Bookings essential)

All aboard in Whitehorse

Images of local transport from the Whitehorse Art Collection alongside a display of transport in miniature, from the Australian Cartophilic Society. Featuring ephemera such as postcards and cigarette cards, this exhibition is sure to intrigue.

When: 1 – 30 September

Where: All Nations Foyer, Artspace, Box Hill Town Hall

Cost: Free (No booking required)

Your produce: from orchard to market

What was the process of getting fruit from the orchard to the market – before you could load it on the back of a truck? See the extraordinary ways in which taking produce to the market worked and what was involved. Enjoy a picnic in our beautiful grounds when you visit.

When: 16-17 September

Where: Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct

Cost: Free (No booking required)

Whitehorse on the move!

A variety of model vehicles that once graced the streets of Whitehorse after World War 2: buses, trains, trams, trucks and cars, kindly loaned by a member of the Box Hill Historical Society.

When: 30 August – 26 September

Where: Nunawading Library

Cost: Free (No booking required)

Getting around in 3127: Surrey Hills Historical Society In this presentation we will travel around the Surrey Hills postcode 3127 by foot, horse, car, tram, bus, van and even a nod to plane and boat!

When: 12 September, 8pm

Where: Chandler Room, Surrey Hills Neighbourhood Centre

Cost: Members free; visitors $5.00 (Bookings essential)

Moving history of Yarran Dheran and the Mullum Mullum Valley

In this walk and talk by the Yarran Dheran Advisory Committee, we will follow its rich Indigenous history, and its significance within early European settlement, its later uses as a quarry and the Mitcham Municipal Tip.

When: 13 September, 2-4pm

Where: Yarran Dheran Nature Reserve

Cost: Free (Bookings essential)

The Indigenous use of Gardiners Creek

Walk along Gardiners Creek with archaeologist Dr Gary Presland. Learn of the creek's central role in the life of local First Nations people. The creek’s ecology provided foodstuffs and raw materials, and facilitated the regular movement of clanspeople.

When: 15 September, 2pm

Where: Meet at the Bennettswood Bowling Club

Cost: $15 (Bookings essential)

Car racing and industry

Learn about the rich history Box Hill shares with the car industry and competitive car racing, and view many precious artefacts in this museum. Remarkably, Jack Brabham’s 1966 world championship car sat quietly in Box Hill for many years!

When: 17 September, 2-3.30pm

Where: Victorian Historic Racing Register Museum, 1stFloor, 15/33 Alfred St, Blackburn

Cost: Gold coin donation

From orchard to market: kids activities

Create your own story through arts and crafts about what it was like to get the fruit from the orchard to the market to sell. Learn about the families who once lived at Strathdon House and how they used to get around in the late 1890s.

When: 16-17 September

Where: Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct

Cost: Free (Bookings essential)

HOW TO BOOK

For all bookings and event information visit: www.creativewhitehorse. vic.gov.au/heritage-week

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www.creativewhitehorse. vic.gov.au/heritage-week

All events will be held in English.

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

At the recent Australian Local Government Assembly delegates in attendance were privileged to be addressed by Ukraine’s Ambassador to Australia, Vasyl Myroshnychenko.

The Ambassador, who only a few weeks before had returned from Ukraine, spoke about the challenges ahead, but underlined the resilience his country continued to exhibit in the face a most hostile invasion of his country. He also thanked the Australian people and the government for the significant support provided to date. The sentiment of local government representatives across the country was clearly a desire for the hostilities to end and for the Ukrainian people to be able to get on with their lives.

A number of years ago Whitehorse replaced the outdated Mayoral Ball with an annual Mayoral Community Dinner. Held recently at Box Hill Town Hall, the 2023 dinner brought together a diverse range of groups from across the municipality to celebrate their achievements, but also give them an opportunity to learn about Council’s wider activities and chance to meet Council’s leadership teams. This year I was please to host representatives from the Blackburn Bowls Club, Bellbird Residents Association, Laburnum Guides, Wandinong Sanctuary, and Blackburn North Cricket and Nunawading Lions Football Clubs.

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

Opportunity abounding in Eley

The rooftop at Burwood Brickworks has come back to life through the well supported tenancy of Cultivating Community. Until the end of 2023, Cultivating Community is hosting free one-hour workshops at the rooftop farm, running Thursdays from 2pm – on 14 September, 5 and 19 October, 9 and 16 November, and 7 and 14 December. You do need to register (via https://www.burwoodbrickworks. shopping/). This is one thread of many activities that the rooftop farm is trialling. It is a highly inclusive space. Many of the crops already being grown reflect the culinary interests of the surrounding, predominantly Mandarin speaking, community at Brickworks.

We also have some enthusiastic local residents exploring the possibility of a new Friends of Wurundjeri Walk group. September is the right time to consider if you’d like to express interest in joining in and supporting this vital stretch of bushland. You can contact enviro.volunteering@ whitehorse.vic.gov.au to be connected up with others involved.

Playground and open space renewal continues across Eley. Some winter activity has been the upgrade of Branksome Grove playspace and of the Fulton Road playspace (pictured) which is in the Wurundjeri Walk corridor. Plans are also being rolled out soon for sympathetic planting around the Eley Park half court installation. The creation of shade and screening vegetation is an important component of the whole picture of new installations in our open spaces.

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

One of my great joys is walking our dog ‘Paddy’ through Box Hill Gardens.

There is always so much to see! People meditating, Tai Chi, table tennis, others walking (some for fun some to work), picnics, playground adventures, BBQ’s, basketball, people snoozing on the grass, even people playing music! It is a treasured space and its use grows every year.

Infrastructure Victoria’s recent study (Measuring Home price Differences) discussed what locals in Elgar know, that housing values are positively influenced by proximity (within 1.6km) to infrastructure. Your house is worth more when near (and most of us are) a major activity centre (4.2%) Train station 2.2% Hospital 1.2% Tram stop 1.3% Secondary school .08%. I am committed to protecting and improving your home value by ensuring the areas always improves as a place to live. With average home values soaring above $1.2 million it is good news for those that purchased in the area 20+ years ago, it is a major challenge for those seeking to make Elgar ‘home’. Sadly, the Infrastructure Victoria study made no mention of the importance of great parks and public open spaces! It is an extraordinary omission! Great parks and open spaces are one the keys to ensuring a high standard of living for those in more affordable housing supply options include multi-unit developments and modern high amenity apartments. I promise I will never stop working to expanding and improving our parks and open spaces so we can all enjoy the highest standard of living.

Photo –Cr Andrew Munroe with Vasyl Myroshnychenko, Ambassador of Ukraine to Australia

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

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

Many people in Mont Albert, Surrey Hills and Mont Albert North have had residential parking permits for years.

The scheme changed on 1st July this year. You must apply for your permit annually otherwise you will risk being fined. Go to Council’s website and renew. www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/residentialparking-permits

The Mont Albert Probus Club recently celebrated their 30th Anniversary.

President Steffen Kasch is very welcoming and they’re looking for younger retirees to join them. They do everything from BBQ’s at Francesca Street Gawler Chain rotunda, short walks, to travelling around Victoria. For information www.montalbertprobus.com

Lacrosse season at Mont Albert Reserve is coming to conclusion and cricket is starting soon. Spring is a great time to get down to the local park for a picnic, walk the dog or join a community sports club and people of all abilities are welcome.

The Mont Albert Station building is back up. I am advised the chimney and awning will be re-instated soon as well.

If you see something send a Snap Send Solve from your phone. Damaged footpaths, overflowing drains, abandoned trolleys, graffiti and more! Get snapping and get things fixed.

For urgent community safety matters, you can contact Council directly on 9262 6333 at any time.

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

Australia Post closures

It has been disappointing that Australia Post made the decision to close the post office recently at Box Hill and Mitcham. I believe it’s time for the federal government to review the arrangements they have with Australia Post to ensure everyone has access to this essential service.

Celebrate our history

On better news, I am looking forward to the heritage family day at Schwerkolt Cottage Mitcham on 10 September. Come join me on the day from 11am-4pm, access from Deep Creek Road Mitcham. Enjoy the music of the Brumbies Bush Band, Devonshire tea and cakes, take a guided tour of the historic 1800s cottage, the museum and other displays, and plenty for the kids to do and see!

The Round - update

Our new performing arts centre, The Round is almost ready for opening night! It’s been amazing to see it rise from the ground, and when completed it will be the jewel in the crown of arts and culture of not only Whitehorse but the whole of the Eastern suburbs. I’d like to thank everyone especially the local residents for their patience while there has been any disruption associated with the works.

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

I was honoured to attend a few events on behalf of the Mayor.

I opened The Source Business Centre in Box Hill for recent Chinese migrants, and helped launch the new Whitehorse Meals On Wheels service. The new service provider has transitioned seamlessly maintaining its local volunteer base, and is funded by the Commonwealth Government to provide 85,000 meals annually to our 300 most vulnerable residents.

I also welcomed Ros Spence MP, Minister of Community Sport, to Vermont Recreation Reserve where she announced a $750,000 grant for more female friendly facilities to include lighting and change room upgrades. Whitehorse’s $212 million adopted budget for 2023/24 included these exciting developments affecting Simpson Ward:

▪ $1.38 million - sports field upgrade at Vermont Recreation Reserve

▪ $200,000 - reconstruction of Bellbird Dell North pedestrian boardwalk

▪ $131,000 - design stage of change room upgrade at Vermont Recreation Reserve pavilion

▪ 120,000 - drainage upgrade for Glenburnie Road

▪ $25,000 - fence upgrade at Bellbird Dell

▪ $25,000 - cricket wicket renewal at Heatherdale Reserve.

As Chair of the Whitehorse Environment and Sustainability Sub-Committee, it was great to recently meet Craig Reucassel (pictured) from War on Waste which aired on ABC TV throughout July.

Spotlight on Wattle Ward with Cr Andrew Davenport

Spring is again upon us, and abundant activities are available for the community to enjoy in Wattle Ward.

Wattle Park, managed by Parks Victoria, is home to public golf and tennis, as well as substantial walking, cycling and picnic opportunities, as well as the well known Melbourne Transit Band performances which occur one Sunday per month from October to April. For more information, please visit www.parks.vic.gov.au.

Wattle Ward is home to Burwood Neighbourhood House and Bennettswood Neighbourhood House and in combination, offers services such as community crafts, strength and stretch classes, Mahjong, Meditation and musical instrument classes. You can book space for parties at an affordable rate. To become involved, please visit www.bennettswoodnh.org.au or www.burwoodneighbourhoodhouse.org.au

Want to run your dog off-lead? Then perhaps you could visit one of Whitehorse’s newly established dog off-lead areas at Bennettswood Oval, which is located at Gardiners Creek Reserve in Burwood. Dogs can run off-lead when the oval is not in use for sporting activities.

Supporting local is everybody’s business

Have you thought about the impact your shopping choices can have on the environment?

5 Star Food Program

Box Hill South’s Guzman Y Gomez store has been named Council’s 5 Star Food Safe business for September after it achieved a perfect 100 per cent score during a recent officer inspection.

The local outlet of the popular Mexican fast food chain is managed by Mikhael Yazbek and is a popular destination in the HomeCo shopping complex. Its menu includes burritos, tacos, churros, coffee and a range of drinks including Mexican beer. Find out about other local businesses that also achieved excellent ratings by visiting the eHealth portal at Council’s website.

Guzman Y Gomez

Address: 9/249 Middleborough Road, Box Hill South

Trading Hours: 7am-11.55pm, Monday-Sunday

Website: guzmanygomez.com.au

Many of us aren’t aware of the energy and emissions associated with moving goods and services from the retailer to your home.

It could be a package from overseas, your latest online purchase with express delivery, or getting a driver to deliver your meal. All these choices can not only involve postage and delivery fees, but they can also have an impact on our environment, based on the mode of transport the company uses.

The days are finally getting longer and with spring in our steps, many of us are back exploring different corners of the municipality. Have you considered walking, cycling or taking an e-Scooter to the local shops, instead of using your car?

By rethinking your online purchases to consider click-and-collect options, and swapping your car for another form of transport, you’ll support the local economy, get a bit of exercise in, and reduce the costs and emissions associated with transportation.

Plus there’s sure to be a friendly face waiting for you when you arrive in store!

Aim to visit your independent or family-owned retailers instead of waiting for a package to turn up at your home… because supporting local is everybody’s business.

Tristan from the Natural Science Wine Shop, Laburnum

The all-abilities playscape at Wattle Park. Picture: Parks Victoria.

Green Living Champion: KRin, Blackburn North

Meet our latest Green Living Champion –KRin - an op-shopping queen who saves big bucks and reduces her impact on the environment with her sustainable living ways.

Here’s KRin’s top three tips for things you can incorporate into your life to improve the environment, without costing the earth!

Plant out your nature strip

“About 30 years ago I decided to plant out my nature strip. The planting has developed from cottage garden style to more Indigenous plants. The local Indigenous plant nurseries (Bungalook and Greenlink) have been a wonderful source of plants and you can’t really beat $2 tube stock.”

Break the fast-fashion cycle

“There are so many wonderful places and markets to buy good quality secondhand clothes. For the more voluptuous lady, the A+ market at Coburg Town Hall is a must visit, at least once every three months. The ‘Round She Goes’ market, for ladies of all sizes, is also held there. And keep an eye out for clothes swaps, they are so much fun, as are children and baby clothes markets which pop up from time to time. Just do a search on the internet.”

Use new services for hard-to-get-rid-of stuff

“For the more difficult to recycle items, groups and businesses are popping up to fill the need. I use Banish to recycle pill packets. Terracycle recycles a heap of different items. Some dentists have the toothpaste tube recycling boxes. Some Council waste and recycling centres allow you to recycle electronics, including Whitehorse’s facility in Vermont South. Check the website for more details.”

Maintain your property from fire risk

Whitehorse residents are reminded to ensure they have a regular maintenance program for their property, and to remove any long grass and other potential fire hazards.

With spring arriving, Council Officers are beginning to inspect properties in the City of Whitehorse for fire hazards. They will issue prevention notices to landowners if they believe there are identified risks. If the fire hazard is not removed within the timeframe on the notice, infringement notices and further penalties may arise.

Grass should be cut and maintained to a height of no more than 20cm. Other potential fire hazards include stored dry grass, dry tree branches and dry or dead vegetation.

Council Officers are happy to discuss suitable maintenance programs with property owners or any fire prevention issues. Landowners can find contractors to assist them with any required maintenance through an online search, local newspapers or the Yellow Pages.

L You can find more information by searching for ‘Fire Hazards’ or ‘Preparing For An Emergency’ on Council’s website.

The ‘best program ever’ to recycle your unwanted goods

Burwood East’s Susan Tan was blown away by the service provided through Council’s free HomeCycle service, a feel-good alternative to putting your items in hard rubbish.

Susan discovered HomeCycle when she was preparing to revamp her lounge and kitchen and needed to get rid of some hardly used items.

HomeCycle collects preloved clothing, bikes, furniture and household items and donates them to local charities to be reused and repurposed.

Susan said the team came and collected her items from her door and every part of the process was “stress free and manageable”. She said it was a “wonderful” way to stop her much-loved hi-fi system and tv entertainment unit from ending up in landfill.

“To me that was just wasteful and didn’t make sense as they were in pristine condition and could be of use to

someone who needed these items but could not afford them,” Susan said. HomeCycle is one way you can support those doing it tough and reduce the impact on the environment. More than 70 per cent of items collected in Whitehorse since January have been kept out of landfill and rehomed to communities that needed them most.

L Book your free collection today at www.homecycle.com.au/ whitehorse

Giant harmony banner completed

A massive 10-metre banner with hundreds of messages collected across Whitehorse has been completed just in time for International Day of Peace.

The banner was an activity started by the Whitehorse Interfaith Network at this year’s Harmony Day Concert in March, attended by 1200 people at Nunawading’s Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct.

Explore Whitehorse’s newest walking trail

A new walking trail has been created near Schwerkolt Cottage in Mitcham featuring art from local Indigenous artists.

Since then, the banner has travelled across Whitehorse to various community and faith organisations, with locals invited to write their responses to the question “What does peace and harmony mean to you?” in messages and drawings.

The project’s coordinators wanted to display the final product to the community through this month’s issue of Whitehorse News, with International Day of Peace falling on 21 September.

Thank you to the Whitehorse community and everyone who shared their thoughts on the banner - the result is an expression of collective community wisdom.

Green thumbs boost Gardiners Creek Trail

Council’s National Tree Day event at Gardiners Creek Trail in Box Hill South on 30 July was a huge success with more than 450 volunteers taking part.

Council helped create the Eastlink 5km Indigenous Art Trail – in collaboration with Eastlink, Mullum Mullum Indigenous Gathering Place (MMIGP), Croydon Hills Men’s Shed and the Mullum Mullum parkrun. The trail was officially unveiled in late July and features 12 wooden art poles painted by local Indigenous artists, with many of the designs featuring flora and fauna found in the area. Our workers helped install two of the poles on Council land along the trail, which follows the same course used by Mullum Mullum parkrun on Saturday mornings.

The trail begins near the cottage on Deep Creek Road, and when walking it takes about 60-90 minutes to complete. You can find out more about the trail and view its course online by searching ‘Eastlink Indigenous Art Trail’.

More than 3500 plants were planted, mulched and watered on the trail. Council funded tubestock for the new plants from our local Indigenous community nurseries, Bungalook and Greenlink. The volunteers were rewarded with a barbeque lunch from our Parks and Natural Environment team and an interactive wildlife presentation from Reptile Encounters.

This large-scale planting event added to the amenity of the Gardiners Creek Trail and helped increase habitat for our wildlife. It also contributed towards Whitehorse’s target of reaching 30 per cent tree canopy cover by 2050.

Council would like to thank the nurseries, community groups, families and individuals who contributed to the planting day for their time, dedication and enthusiasm towards enhancing our natural environment.

Whitehorse Mayor Cr Mark Lane and Deputy Mayor Cr Prue Cutts with one of the poles on the Eastlink 5km Indigenous Art Trail. Picture: Supplied.

WHITEHORSE CALENDAR

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 10 September, 9am-1pm

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

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

Battle Of The Bands

Whitehorse’s FreeZa committee

Flying Pig Events hosts this annual competition, featuring young acts playing live in an all-ages, vape and alcohol-free environment.

Toasties, drinks and snacks also provided on the night.

When: Saturday 16 September, 6pm-10pm

Where: Box Hill Institute – Nelson

Campus

Tickets: $5 pre-booked via Eventbrite, $10 on the door

More Information: Email committee@ freeza.whitehorse.org.au or phone Jac on 0408 356 997.

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Scan the QR code to view more events.

You can also list your Community Event on the ‘What’s Happening’ section of our website.

Gain tips and advice whether you are planning, starting or wanting to grow your business.

When: Tuesday 19 September, 10am-3pm (45-minute sessions)

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

More Information: View the event calendar at www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ whats-happening-whitehorse

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 24 September, 9am-2pm

Where: Whitehorse Civic Centre, 379399 Whitehorse Road, Nunawading

More Information: www. artsnunawading.org.au/market

YOUTH AND PARENTING

Reusable nappy workshop

Register to learn more about reusable nappies and how you can reduce waste and save over $2000 for each nappy-wearing child.

Where: Monday 11 September, 10am-11am

Where: Nunawading Community Hub (Studio 9), 96-106 Springvale Rd, Nunawading

Bookings: www.thenappyproject.com.au

ENVIRONMENT

Smarter Living Workshops

Learn how to make seed bombs and beeswax wrap, take part in a toy swap, and children can also learn how to compost. Some of the workshops are being held in partnership with Manningham Council.

When: 19, 23, 26 September

Where: Various locations

More Information: View the event calendar at www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ whats-happening-whitehorse

ARTSPACE

Back to Box Hill

View artworks by creatives and past art education teachers who taught at Box Hill Institute of TAFE.

When: 19 August - 23 September

Where: Artspace

Ages: All Ages

Cost: Free

Bookings: Not Required

TREE PRUNING

Pruning keeps trees clear of power lines

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

Pruning will occur in Vermont 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: 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.

BUSINESS Working On Your Business

In conjunction with the State Government, Council is staging free business mentoring sessions for local small business owners.

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.

L www.whitehorse.vic.gov. au/immunisation-dates

Whitehorse 开放更多的 免拴绳遛狗区

Whitehorse 有更多地方让您 遛狗——从9月1日起，将宣 布新开放10个免拴绳的遛狗 区。有关这些新宣布的遛狗 或禁狗场所的完整指南，以及 Whitehorse 现有的免拴绳遛 狗区，请上市议会的网站并搜 索 “Exercising Your Dog” 。

探索 Whitehorse 最新 的步道

在 Mitcham 的 Schwerkolt Cottage 附近开辟了一条新的 步道，以当地原住民艺术家 的艺术作品为特色。市议会

与 Eastlink、Mullum Mullum Indigenous Gathering Place、Croydon Hills Men’s Shed 和 Mullum Mullum parkrun 合作，帮助创建了长

达5公里的 Eastlink 原住民艺 术步道。 您可以通过搜索

“Eastlink Indigenous Art trail” 来进一步了解关于 这条步道的信息并在线查看 其路线。

The Round 的建设进入 最后阶段

Whitehorse 新的表演艺术中心

The Round 建设工程已进入最 后阶段，工作人员为我们社区 对这个具有里程碑意义的场所 进行最后的润色。

The Round 将于10月13日（星 期五）正式启用，开幕之夜音

乐会将由 Lucy Durack 和 Gary Pinto 领衔。

所有持票人都可以走上红地

毯，并参加一场特别的演出后 鸡尾酒会。

请上网站：theround.com.au

获取本次活动和其他特别活动 的门票

Nhiều khu vực dành cho chó không cần buộc dây dẫn được mở thêm ở Whitehorse

Thậm chí còn có nhiều địa điểm hơn ở Whitehorse để đưa chó của quý vị đi tập thể dục - với 10 khu vực dành cho chó không cần dây dẫn mới được công bố mở cửa từ ngày 1 tháng Chín. Để có hướng dẫn đầy đủ về những địa điểm mới được tuyên bố này, những nơi mà quý vị có thể và không thể mang theo chó của mình, cũng như các khu vực cho chó thả rông hiện có của Whitehorse, hãy tìm kiếm ‘ Exercising Your Dog’ trên trang mạng của Hội đồng Thành phố.

Khám phá con đường đi bộ mới nhất của Whitehorse

Một con đường đi bộ mới đã được tạo ra gần Schwerkolt Cottage ở Mitcham trưng bày tác phẩm nghệ thuật của các nghệ sĩ bản địa ở địa phương. Hội đồng Thành phố đã giúp tạo ra Eastlink 5km

Indigenous Art Trail - phối hợp với Eastlink, Mullum Mullum Indigenous Gathering Place, Croydon Hills Men’s Shed và Mullum Mullum parkrun (công viên dành cho người chạy bộ).

Quý vị có thể tìm hiểu thêm về con đường này và xem khóa học trực tuyến bằng cách tìm kiếm ‘ Eastlink Indigenous Art Trail’.

Những bước xây dựng cuối cùng được thực hiện cho The Round

Việc xây dựng trung tâm biểu diễn nghệ thuật mới của WhitehorseThe Round - đang trong giai đoạn cuối cùng khi các nhân viên đang hoàn thiện những khâu cuối cùng tại địa điểm cột mốc này cho cộng đồng của chúng ta.

The Round sẽ chính thức ra mắt vào thứ Sáu ngày 13 tháng Mười với buổi hòa nhạc Đêm khai mạc của chúng tôi, do Lucy Durack và Gary Pinto chủ trì.

Tất cả những người có vé đều được bước trên thảm đỏ và tham dự bữa tiệc cocktail đặc biệt sau buổi diễn.

Nhận vé tham dự sự kiện này và các sự kiện đặc biệt khác tại theround.com.au

Περισσότερες περιοχές για περίπατο σκυλιών χωρίς λουρί ανοίγουν στο Whitehorse

Υπάρχουν ακόμη περισσότερα

μέρη στο Whitehorse για

να πάρετε το σκυλί σας

για κάποια άσκηση-με 10 πρόσφατα ανακηρυγμένες

περιοχές εξάσκησης σκυλιών

χωρίς λουρί ανοίγουν από

την 1η Σεπτεμβρίου. Για έναν

πλήρη οδηγό για αυτά τα

νεοεισερχόμενα μέρη όπου

μπορείτε και δεν μπορείτε να

πάρετε το σκυλί σας και τις υπάρχουσες περιοχές σκυλιών

του Whitehorse, αναζητήστε

‘ Exercising Your Dog ’ στον ιστότοπο του Δήμου.

Εξερευνήστε το νεότερο μονοπάτι περιπάτου του Whitehorse

Ένα νέο μονοπάτι περιπάτου έχει δημιουργηθεί κοντά στο Schwerkolt Cottage στο Mitcham που διαθέτει τέχνη από τοπικούςΙθαγενείς καλλιτέχνες.

Ο Δήμος βοήθησε στη δημιουργία

του ιθαγενούς μονοπατιού

Τέχνης των 5 χιλιομέτρων σε συνεργασία με το Eastlink, το Mullum Mullum Ιθαγενές Τόπο Συγκέντρωσης, την Croydon Hills Men’s Shed και το Mullum Mullum Parkrun. Μπορείτε να μάθετε περισσότερα σχετικά

με το μονοπάτι και να δείτε

τη διαδρομή του διαδικτυακά αναζητώντας το ‘ Eastlink Indigenous Art Trail ’.

Τελικές πινελιές που προστίθενται στο The Round

Η κατασκευή του νέου Κέντρου Τεχνών του Whitehorse - The Round - βρίσκεται στo τελικo του στάδιo, καθώς το προσωπικό έβαλε τις τελευταίες πινελιές σε αυτό το χώρο ορόσημο για την κοινότητά μας.

The Round θα ανοίξει επίσημα

την Παρασκευή 13 Οκτωβρίου

με την πρώτη μας νυχτερινή

συναυλία, με κύρια παρουσία την

Lucy Durack και τον Gary Pinto.

Όλοι οι κάτοχοι εισητηρίων θα

μπορέσουν να περπατήσουν στο

κόκκινο χαλί και να πάρουν μέρος

ένα ειδικό κοκτέιλ πάρτυ μετά την παράσταση. Πάρετε τα εισιτήριά σας για αυτό

Ancora più aree dove lasciare i cani senza guinzaglio

Adesso a Whitehorse ci sono ancora più aree dove portare i cani a fare un po’ di movimento, con 10 aree appena designate come zone in cui i cani possono essere lasciati senza guinzaglio, aperte dal 1° settembre. Per una guida completa delle nuove zone designate per i cani, e di quelle in cui invece non possono andare, e per una guida delle aree di Whitehorse dove i cani possono già essere lasciati senza guinzaglio, cerca ‘Excercising Your Dog’ sul sito web del Comune.

Esplora il nuovissimo sentiero per passeggiate a Whitehorse.

È stato creato un nuovo sentiero per passeggiate vicino a Schwerkolt Cottage a Mitcham, caratterizzato da opere d’arte di artisti indigeni locali. Il Consiglio comunale ha contribuito alla creazione dell’Eastlink Indigenous Art Trail di 5 km, in collaborazione con Eastlink, Mullum Mullum Indigenous Gathering Place, Croydon Hills Men’s Shed e Mullum Mullum parkrun. Puoi trovare ulteriori dettagli sul sentiero e visualizzare il percorso online cercando’Eastlink Indigenous Art Trail’.

Si danno gli ultimi ritocchi a “The Round”.

La costruzione del nuovo centro per le arti performative di Whitehorse - “The Round”è nelle sue fasi finali mentre il personale sta dando gli ultimi ritocchi a questa importante struttura per la nostra comunità. “The Round” verrà ufficialmente inaugurato venerdì 13 ottobre con il concerto di apertura, che avrà come protagonisti Lucy Durack e Gary Pinto.

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