Greater Dandenong Council News December 2019 / January 2020

DECEMBER 2019 / JANUARY 2020

Greater Dandenong Council News

Meet our new Reading Buddy PAGE 9

Introducing your New Mayor

Christmas in Greater Dandenong

Drum Theatre launches 2020 season

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Council News

Customer Service Centres Dandenong Civic Centre 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong Springvale Customer Service 397–405 Springvale Road, Springvale Keysborough Customer Service Shop A7 Parkmore Shopping Centre, Keysborough All correspondence to: Greater Dandenong Council News PO Box 200 Dandenong VIC 3175 Email: news@cgd.vic.gov.au Phone: 8571 1000 Fax: 8571 5196 www.greaterdandenong.com @greaterdandy facebook.com/greaterdandenong cityofgreaterdandenong youtube.com/citygreaterdandenong TTY: 133 677 Speak and listen: 1300 555 727 relayservice.gov.au

Mayor ’s message As another successful year comes to a close, I’m reminded of how lucky I am to be representing you as Mayor once more. It’s not only an honour to be part of Australia’s most diverse municipality, but having grown up in Dandenong I’ve had the privilege of witnessing the transformation of our great city.

I hope you’re as excited as I am for 2020. It’s shaping up as a great year for our city and I’d like to give you an insight into my goals on page 3.

The December/January edition of the Council News magazine is jam packed with everything you need to know about upcoming events in Greater Dandenong.

Mayor Cr Jim Memeti

It’s the celebration time of year! So, grab those details on our festive events including Carols in the Square on page 6 and our popular New Year’s Eve in the Square on page 7.

Feeling patriotic? Then you’ll want to turn to page 9 to find out about our Australia Day celebrations that are fast approaching, including our prestigious Australia Day Awards.

Dandenong’s iconic Drum Theatre promises a huge season of entertainment for theatre lovers in 2020. Turn to page 16 for an insight on what’s coming.

As we move into summer it’s vital that we’re all aware of the risks of those sweltering hot days that will soon be upon us. I’d like to remind all of our residents to stay hydrated and slip slop slap. Turn to page 20 for more advice on how to stay safe this summer.

Finally, I would like to wish you and your loved ones a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Stay safe, respect each other and enjoy your break.

TIS: 131 450 council@cgd.vic.gov.au

Important Numbers Emergency calls Police / Fire / Ambulance................................... 000 Street lighting faults / non-operational United Energy............................................13 20 99

My City Tawny Frogmouths are a common sight in our suburban parks. They are often found in pairs, building a precarious nest of loose twigs like this pair who live in Roth Hetherington Reserve in Keysborough. They lay two to three eggs and if you are fortunate enough to spot a family of ‘tawnies’, the young are cute fluffy balls of feathers with large yellow eyes.

Traffic signal faults / non-operational................................... 8571 1000 Hoon Hotline................................. 1800 333 000 Hard Waste Collection WM Waste Management Services.................................................... 9721 1915 Australian Animal Protection Society.............................. 9798 8415 RSPCA....................................................... 9224 2222 Nurse on Call................................ 1300 606 024

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Front Cover: Greater Dandenong Libraries new addition Willow, a registered therapy dog from Patient Paws will be assisting local children with the Reading Buddies program once a month. Photo: Hilton Stone.

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Council News

Introducing our new Mayor Red Gum Ward Councillor Jim Memeti has been elected Mayor of the City of Greater Dandenong for the fourth time.

Cr Memeti brings a wealth of experience to the role having served as a councillor since 2005, and was previously elected Mayor in 2010, 2014 and 2017.

Cr Memeti shares a similar background to many of our residents having migrated from Albania to Australia at a young age. With hard work, a healthy ambition and a determined resolve he turned himself into a successful businessman and family man.

Dandenong has been his home for over 40 years and his desire to change the perceptions of our municipality are as strong as they were the day he was first elected.

“I was extremely pleased to open the refurbished Springvale Town Hall in October 2017, so the idea of opening the new Springvale Library building is just such an honour,” he said.

“As Mayor one of my main priorities is to further strengthen the relationships between the councillors. The more connected we are, the better we work together and that benefit rolls onto the community. It’s about generating positive outcomes for the residents which is our key focus,” Cr Memeti said.

One of his proudest achievements was overseeing the opening of the Dandenong Civic Centre, which he was a strong advocate for. Completed in March 2014 it provided the perfect centrepiece for the revitalisation of central Dandenong.

During his third term, Cr Memeti played a role in establishing the Springvale Precinct Project. With this project now due to open in March 2020, Cr Memeti will be graced with the opportunity to bookend a project he’s been passionate about from the start.

“The Springvale Community Precinct will be a world-class community facility offering a 2-story, state of the art library featuring new technologies. There’ll be an abundance of community meeting spaces as well as customer service and a vast outdoor green space for activities of all types. I can’t wait,” Cr Memeti said.

Cr Memeti continues to work on the Team 11 project that aims to bring an A-League team to South East Melbourne in conjunction with the City of Casey and Cardinia Shire Council.

The proposed licence would be a major achievement for Greater Dandenong and bring significant business opportunities for the city.

Cr Memeti said he looks forward to the challenges ahead, but took the time to acknowledge outgoing Mayor Roz Blades as an ‘asset to the community who will be sadly missed’.

He also thanked Cr Youhorn Chea for taking the mantle in the interim.

“I’m as confident in the prosperity of our city as I’ve ever been. It’s an exciting time to be living in our diverse community, so let’s buckle down and get to work.”

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Councillor Contacts Lightwood Ward Cr Youhorn Chea Ph/Fax: 9584 5149 0417 320 645 youhorn.chea@cgd.vic.gov.au

Lightwood Ward Cr Sean O’Reilly 0422 523 258 sean.oreilly@cgd.vic.gov.au

Lightwood Ward Cr Loi Truong 0466 004 618 loi.truong@cgd.vic.gov.au

Paperbark Ward Cr Peter Brown Ph: 8571 5230 peter.brown@cgd.vic.gov.au

Paperbark Ward Cr Tim Dark 0466 403 914 tim.dark@cgd.vic.gov.au

Paperbark Ward Cr Sophie Tan 0466 793 727 sophie.tan@cgd.vic.gov.au

Red Gum Ward Cr Matthew Kirwan 0403 072 295 matthew.kirwan@cgd.vic.gov.au

THU RSDAY Red Gum Ward Cr Angela Long DECEMBER Ph/Fax: 9795 6574 0466 004 616 NOVEMBER angela.long@cgd.vic.gov.au

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Red Gum Ward – Mayor Cr Jim Memeti 0434 560 239 jim.memeti@cgd.vic.gov.au

Silverleaf Ward Cr Zaynoun Melhem 0466 518 082 zaynoun.melhem@cgd.vic.gov.au

Silverleaf Ward Cr Maria Sampey Ph/Fax: 9790 1291 0438 800 027 maria.sampey@cgd.vic.gov.au

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Community Calendar See the beauty of Greater Dandenong every day and keep on top of your kerbside waste collection dates when you hang your free 2020 Community Calendar at home.

The calendar, which came with a copy of this magazine, features a waste collection calendar, handy waste and

recycling tips, and some lovely images of our city.

If you did not receive a copy of the calendar, or if you would like extra copies you can pick one up from Council’s customer service centres or phone 8571 1000.

Customer Service Trading Hours Tuesday 24 December All centres close at 12pm, call centre closes at 5pm Wednesday 25 December Christmas Day CLOSED Thursday 26 December Boxing Day CLOSED Friday 27 December Normal hours resume Tuesday 31 December Normal hours and call centre 8:30am–5pm Wednesday 1 January New Year’s Day CLOSED Thursday 2 January Normal Hours resume Monday 27 January CLOSED (Australia Day public holiday) Springvale Customer Service is CLOSED from 12pm Tuesday 24th December 2019 until 8.30am Monday 6th January 2020

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Just one Council meeting will be held in each month for December and January.

All Council meetings are held at the city chambers at the Dandenong Civic Centre at 225 Lonsdale Street Dandenong, at 7pm.

The last meeting of 2019 will be held: Monday 9 December The first meeting of 2020 will be held: Tuesday 28 January (due to a public holiday on the Monday)

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The general public is always welcome to attend meetings, but did you know you can watch Council meetings live online via our web-cast service?

You can keep up with all the latest decisions, hear questions from residents and find out the many ways your local councillors are serving the community.

To view meetings online simply go to greaterdandenong.com/ councilmeetings

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A tour for the senses on International White Cane Day were provided with information on how to provide good customer service to customers with vision impairments.

Council ran the tour in partnership with Vision Australia. If you are interested in doing your own food and cultural tour Council runs regular tours in Dandenong and Springvale, and can tailor a tour to your group’s interests. Private tours can be organised for groups of six or more.

Visit greaterdandenong.com/ tours or phone 8571 1500 for more information.

Council and Vision Australia joined together to celebrate International White Cane Day with a delicious tour of Dandenong.

The tour started in Harmony Square and welcomed 40 people, including those who have low vision or blindness alongside carers, family and friends.

Participants visited A1 Bakery, Oro Bianco, Young Uncle’s Smallgoods and Maiwand Supermarket and finished at the Dandenong Market, with participants sampling great food along the way, including smoked meats, Lebanese pizza, jam donuts and chai tea.

To mark the day, on 15 October, educational videos were played on the Urban Screen in Harmony Square and Greater Dandenong businesses

Councillor Brown Returns A familiar face is returning to Paperbark Ward.

Councillor Peter Brown returns to Paperbark Ward following the resignation of Roz Blades AM. He was elected on a countback administered by the Victorian Electoral Commission in November.

Councillor Peter Brown was first elected as a councillor with the former City of Springvale in 1987. He ran until 1991,

When speaking with a person who is blind or has low vision, you should always be yourself and act naturally. Consider these tips: ► Identify

yourself – don’t assume the person will recognise you by your voice

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naturally and clearly – loss of eyesight does not mean loss of hearing

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everyday language – don’t avoid words like ‘look’ or ‘see’ and don’t avoid talking about everyday activities such as watching TV

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the person when introducing yourself or when directing conversation to them in a group situation

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Swimming pool and spa registration From December 1 Victorian laws changed to require all swimming pools and spas to be registered with Council.

Pool and spa safety

Under the new requirements registration and regular inspection and certification of swimming pools and spas will be mandatory.

The new requirements are designed to save young lives, with drowning being the leading cause of unintentional death in children worldwide.

It is the responsibility of both the property owner and property occupier to ensure that all pools and spas are correctly fenced and secured according to the Building Regulations.

It is necessary to check that the barriers around a pool or spa are sufficient to restrict access by children under the age of five.

Visit greaterdandenong. com/swimmingpools for more information about registration and pool safety requirments.

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ask first to check if help is needed, not everybody will want assistance.

was re-elected in 1992 and ran until amalgamations in 1994. He was then elected as a councillor with the City of Greater Dandenong in 2003 and elected Mayor in 2005.

Cr. Brown is highly educated and holds qualifications as an accountant, lawyer and secondary school teacher. He spent 14 years teaching at various secondary schools around Melbourne. He is heavily community minded and looks forward to making a positive difference to the Greater Dandenong community.

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Christmas decorations

Council will get into the festive spirit with bright and oversized Christmas decorations adorning locations throughout the city.

Some old favourites are back with the giant reindeer and Santa visiting Multicultural Place in Springvale, a 9m tall Christmas tree will be placed in Harmony Square, Dandenong and a 6m tall Christmas tree will be placed in the new public space in Douglas Street, Noble Park.

A colourful festive mural is on the steps leading to Harmony Square, trees in the public space have been decked out with present boxes at their bases, and a lifesized nativity scene features in the library window at Dandenong.

Roving entertainers will bring some fun to shoppers during the busiest retail time of the year, so watch out for them in Springvale, Dandenong and Noble Park from 19–24 December.

isit greaterdandenong.com/ V christmas for more information about festive celebrations in Greater Dandenong.

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Merry Christmas from

your Councillors

As another year comes to a close, we take this opportunity to reflect on the year that was and celebrate the new year ahead.

We look forward to continuing to work with the individuals and organisations that make up our great city into 2020.

As Councillors of the City of Greater Dandenong it has been our pleasure to serve you all throughout 2019.

Have a safe, peaceful and joyous festive season and may the new year be a safe and healthy one.

We would like to wish residents of Greater Dandenong a very merry Christmas.

Festive Sing-a-long The City of Greater Dandenong is proud to present the 72nd annual Greater Dandenong Carols in Harmony Square.

Join returning host Denis Walter for a magical evening of singing and Christmas fun on Friday 13 December, from 7pm-9.30pm.

See live performances from the Greater Dandenong Band and local schools, including Dandenong Primary School, Dandenong High School, Silverton Primary School and Noble Park Secondary College.

Bring your own chairs and picnic blankets. Enjoy free face painting, kids’ activities and roving entertainers, as well as photo opportunities with Santa himself.

Free parking will be available in the Walker Street and Thomas Street multideck car parks from 6pm.

Visit greaterdandenong.com/carols for more information.

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Greater Dandenong Sustainability Awards

Council News

New Year’s Eve in the Square Greater Dandenong’s family-friendly New Year celebration is one of the biggest nights on our city’s calendar.

How will you ring in 2020? We hope that you will consider joining us for live entertainment, children’s rides, foods and spectacular fireworks for New Year’s Eve in the Square.

More than 10,000 people are expected to attend this years celebration, as the party zone takes over Harmony Square, Halpin Way and Mason Street.

Road closures in Thomas and Walker streets will give the crowds plenty of room to move, and will provide for a perfect viewing zone for the fireworks which will end the celebrations at the family-friendly time of 9.25pm.

The event will be held in and around Harmony Square, Dandenong, on Tuesday 31 December from 6pm.

Free parking will also be available at the Walker Street and Thomas Street multi-deck car parks after 6pm.

Council celebrated the community’s most sustainable businesses and organisations at last month’s Greater Dandenong Sustainability Awards.

Hosted by popular weatherman and sustainability advocate Rob Gell, the awards ceremony was a fun event offering sustainability champions the opportunity to network with one another and celebrate the community’s efforts to make Greater Dandenong a more sustainable city.

Two awards were handed out on the night, with the first one open to community organisations and individuals, while the second award was open to businesses.

Community Award Silverton Primary School won this category with their Electricity Reduction Plans Project. Grade 5 and 6 students reviewed the school’s energy consumption and set a target to reduce consumption by 5 per cent. In just one year the students reduced the energy consumption by 6.4 per cent, by introducing simple actions such as switching off lights and computers at the wall, switching to LED lights and opting for natural lighting, heating and cooling instead of using air conditioning and heaters.

Visit greaterdandenong.com/ newyearseve for more information.

Cinema in the Square Industry Award This award was won by Dandenong Market retailers S&G Fresh and Taylor Orchards who work with the market and OzHarvest to reduce food going to landfill and donate excess stock to those in need. The businesses donate more than 20 tonnes of food annually, equating to more than 70,000 meals.

They support OzHarvest and also give surplus stock to AMES, providing healthy, fresh food for refugees and new migrants.

Visit sustainable.greater dandenong.com to read more about Council’s efforts to make Greater Dandenong a more sustainable community.

Friday night fun returns to Harmony Square when Cinema in the Square comes back in February.

Free movie screenings will be held at 7pm, every Friday from 7 February through to 13 March.

Films will include box office hits and family classics, as well as a Valentine’s Day special screening.

Bring your own seats, blankets and movie snacks, and enjoy an outdoor cinema experience in the heart of Dandenong.

Visit greaterdandenong. com/cinemainthesquare for a detailed program and to find out more.

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…chance to win prizes

A room full of stories Greater Dandenong Libraries are calling all primary school aged children to join the Summer Reading Club (SRC) for lots of reading, fun and games, as well as a chance to win great prizes.

This year is the United Nations’ Year of Indigenous Languages, and the SRC will celebrate stories in all forms from all over the world with the theme ‘A room full of stories’.

Register online or at the library and complete reading logs to go into the prize draws. There will be other fun competitions to keep children entertained and parents can review their favourite book for a chance to win a prize too.

As an extra bonus the school with the most registrations will win a visit from a guest author in 2020.

The SRC will culminate in a special event with prize presentations at Dandenong Library on Saturday 1 February.

Visit greaterdandenong libraries.com for more information or to register.

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Libraries Change Lives

The City of Greater Dandenong has been working with other councils and library corporations in an advocacy campaign highlighting the benefits of public libraries.

The campaign aims to build community support and attract additional government funding for library services, and does this by encouraging everyday library users to share their stories.

Greater Dandenong Libraries are inclusive and engaging, and have a powerful impact on the lives of people in our community. Through a postcard campaign we have been collecting members’ stories.

“My life is enriched and changed by reading the books from Springvale Library. Other worlds are opened up to me.”

– library user

Library Holiday Hours

“Libraries are an essential part of the community; offering a social hub, inspiration to gain a love for literature and helping us to understand ourselves and each other better. Libraries change lives. Libraries changed my life!!”

– library user Last year more than 1.2 million people visited the Springvale and Dandenong libraries.

Visit librarieschangelives.org. au to share your own story about how your local library has changed your life.

Wednesday 25 December CLOSED Thursday 26 December CLOSED Dandenong Library will be Friday 27 December 9am to 5pm closed for maintenance Saturday 28 December 10am to 5pm from 5pm on Tuesday 24 December and reopen Sunday 29 December 12pm to 5pm on Thursday 2 January.

Monday 30 December 9am to 5pm Springvale Library Opening Hours Tuesday 31 December 9am to 5pm Saturday 21 December 10am to 5pm (New Year’s Eve) Sunday 22 December 12pm to 5pm Wednesday 1 January CLOSED Thursday 2 January 9am to 9pm Monday 23 December 9am to 9pm Monday 27 January CLOSED Tuesday 24 December 9am to 5pm (Australia Day) (Christmas Eve)

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Australia Day Festival Join family and friends to celebrate Australia Day in the gorgeous green grounds of Dandenong Park.

As the most culturally diverse community in Australia Greater Dandenong has many reasons to celebrate what it means to be Australian.

With residents coming from 157 different nations, the annual Australia Day Festival is an opportunity to celebrate our diversity.

This free, family-friendly festival will be jam-packed with entertainment including multicultural performances, roving entertainment, circus and magic acts, community and market stalls, exciting rides ($2–6) and free family activities.

…many reasons to celebrate what it means to be Australian

The event will include the presentation of the annual Greater Dandenong Australia Day Awards on the main stage.

Award categories include: ► Citizen

of the Year Leader of the Year ► Volunteer of the Year ► Sportspeople of the Year ► Corporate Citizen of the Year ► Community Group of the Year ► Sustainable Award ► Living Treasure Award ► Young

The celebrations will finish with a spectacular fireworks display at 9.25pm.

Visit greaterdandenong.com/ australiaday for more information.

Reading Buddies with Willow There’s a new four legged addition coming to Greater Dandenong Libraries.

Willow, a registered therapy dog from Patient Paws has been invited to join the library staff and volunteers to assist with the Reading Buddies once a month.

Patient Paws use highly trained dogs and qualified professionals. Animal Assisted Intervention aims to assist children who are learning to read by providing a comfortable, relaxed and enjoyable environment free of judgement. It encourages local primary school children to engage in and enjoy the reading experience. The concept of animal assisted therapy has become very popular as it has been shown to promote a positive, comfortable and trusting working relationship between tutor and child.

Reading Buddies and Homework Help sessions take place on Tuesday afternoons at Springvale Library and Wednesday afternoons at Dandenong Library. The sessions are by referral only.

Please contact Greater Dandenong Libraries on 1300 630 920 for more information.

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What’s On December 2019 MONDAY

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Year’s Eve in the Square Harmony Square 6pm–9.30pm

Christmas decorations

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Probus Club of Noble Park and Dandenong Club Noble, Moodemere Street, Noble Park 10am Ph: 9546 2346

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Tennis for Seniors Burden Park Tennis Club, Olympic Avenue, Springvale South 9am–12pm Ph: 0409 081 239

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Evening VIEW Club Dandenong RSL, 44–50 Clow Street 7pm Ph: 0417 511 588

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Probus Club of Sandown Club Noble, Moodemere Street, Noble Park 10am Ph: 9791 6807

Exercise Group Jan Wilson Community Centre 9.30am Ph: 8571 1436

Help for Adults Dandenong Library 1pm–3pm Ph: 1300 630 920

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Circle Dandenong Library 11am Ph: 1300 630 920

closes at 12pm for Christmas, Call Centre open till 5pm.

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Playgroup for Families Seeking Asylum Springvale Library 10am–11.30am Ph: 1300 630 920

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Jan Wilson Community Centre 10am Ph: 8571 1436

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and Strive Carers Walking Group Burden Park, Springvale South 9.30am Ph: 8552 2222

CHRISTMAS DAY

Love a Piano at Christmas Drum Theatre 10.30am Ph: 8571 1666 Tour Drum Theatre 12.30pm Ph: 8571 1666

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Circle – Advanced Dandenong Library 6pm–7.30pm Ph: 1300 630 920

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► Simply Fitness Jan Wilson Community Centre 9.30am Ph: 8571 1436

and Meditation Jan Wilson Community Centre 10am Ph: 8571 1436

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Meeting Dandenong Civic Centre, 225 Lonsdale Street 7pm

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Dandenong and Springvale Libraries 10.30am Ph: 1300 630 920

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Dandenong Environment Group Dandenong Wetlands, Stud Road, Dandenong North 9.30am Ph: 8571 1702

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Wilkie Nature Reserve Open Day Harold Road, Springvale South 9am–3pm Ph: 8571 1702

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Fun at the Library Springvale Library 10.30am Ph: 1300 630 920

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Planting Workshop Noble Park Community Centre, Memorial Drive 10.30am Ph: 9547 5801

City of Greater Dandenong Ph: 8571 1000 Drum Theatre Ph: 8571 1666

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Dandenong Library Ph: 1300 630 920 Heritage Hill Museum and Historic Gardens Ph: 9793 4511 Jan Wilson Community Centre Ph: 8571 1436

of Mercy English Tutoring Dandenong Library 9am–11am Ph: 1300 630 920

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Springvale Library Ph: 1300 630 920

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Carols in Harmony Square

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in Harmony Square 7pm–9.30pm Ph: 8571 1000

Springers Leisure Centre Ph: 9701 5900

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Bounce Springvale Library 10.30am Ph: 1300 630 920

Walker Street Gallery Ph: 9706 8441

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Christmas Seven Melody Strings and Songs The Castle, Princes Highway, Dandenong 2pm–4pm Ph: 0433 966 251

Dandenong Market Ph: 9701 3850

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Cultural Tours Ph: 8571 1666

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Baby Bounce www.greaterdandenong.com

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the New Year’s Cricket Test against New Zealand on the Urban Screen in Harmony Square

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Oasis is open 5:30am–9:30pm

Market is open 7am–4pm

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T20 National Cup Harmony Square 10am–12pm Ph: 0430 783 526 Rotary Sunday Market Springvale Railway Station Carpark, Lightwood Road 6am–12:30pm

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Australia Day www.greaterdandenong.com

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AUSTRALIA DAY ► Australia

Day Festival Dandenong Park 3pm–9:30pm

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the Australian Open on the Urban Screen in Harmony Square

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Community Calendar submissions

New Art Gallery Planned For Dandenong

new art gallery

This calendar lists free and low cost events in the City of Greater Dandenong.

If you have a community event you want listed on this calendar please note we work at least two months in advance, and we use the event calendar on our website to populate this page.

For this reason we ask that you use our website to list your event in the first instance.

Visit greaterdandenong.com/ eventlistings to list your event.

Please be aware that we have more event listings than we can fit on this calendar each month, so some recurring events may not run every issue, however we will make every effort to promote community events, support meetings and other activities where we can.

If you have regular meetings that go throughout the year, we do not automatically carry those listings over to the next year on our online calendar. You will need to email website@cgd.vic.gov.au to let us know whether you want your event listed for the calendar in 2020, and exactly what the dates will be.

Email news@cgd.vic.gov.au for any other queries relating to this page.

The City of Greater Dandenong is building a new art gallery right in the heart of Dandenong.

“The new Greater Dandenong Gallery of Art will be accessible to all,” Mr Fidler said.

The Greater Dandenong Gallery of Art will be built on the site of the former Masonic Hall in Mason Street in Dandenong.

“It will be a source of inspiration for the Greater Dandenong community and will feature original and co-curated programming.

The Masonic Hall is a significant heritage structure in central Dandenong and a much-loved community building. This project will see the existing building undergo a major refurbishment and extension.

Mr Fidler said the new gallery would enhance the already vibrant and diverse arts offering in the city.

Greater Dandenong Council’s Community Services Director Martin Fidler said the new building would showcase both local and touring exhibitions and artists, as well as providing a space for creative community events.

New Hub for Keysborough South Greater Dandenong Council is excited to announce the corner of Chapel Road and Villiers Road in Tatterson Park as the selected location for the new Keysborough South Community Hub. The decision follows extensive planning and consultation over a number of years.

“The City of Greater Dandenong has a long and proud history in the visual arts space.”

“The new gallery will host a dynamic exhibition program that speaks to diverse audiences, both locally and in the wider regions.”

Construction is planned to commence in mid 2020. The works are expected to take 18 months to complete.

The new community hub will incorporate a variety of community services and multi-purpose facilities and spaces.

This will include community meeting rooms, kindergarten rooms, child care rooms, maternal and child health consulting suites, community lounge and outdoor community play spaces.

Construction is planned to commence in early 2021.

Have your say!

The new Springvale Community Precinct is in the midst of being built and we want your say on naming it.

It has been purposefully designed as a place that can cater to all ages, backgrounds and interests. The area

will feature the newly refurbished City Hall and Supper Room as well as the two-level library, Council customer service, a large outdoor recreational area with a playground and water play area. Not to mention an exciting new café.

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So jump on the website at greaterdandenong.com/ springvalenaming and have your say.

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Volunteers help protect waterways

When you need police, but not the sirens A phone line set up to relieve pressure for emergency service responders received more than 60,000 phone calls in the month after it was established.

The Police Assistance Line was set up for people to report nonurgent police matters without having to phone 000 or a police station directly.

The City of Greater Dandenong has joined with six other councils to protect Port Phillip Bay from litter.

In a Victorian-first, the councils have joined forces to introduce a project monitoring storm water drains which feed into local waterways that lead to the bay.

The Let’s Strain the Drain project is funded by the State Government and will be delivered by the Tangaroa Blue Foundation, Cleanwater Group and Sustainability Victoria, with support from the cities of Wyndham, Hobsons Bay, Moreland, Kingston, Maribyrnong and Greater Dandenong.

Community Aid This time of year can be particularly stressful for families who are doing it tough, but there is help at hand.

With the stress of the festive season followed by the return to school, finances can be strained, and many families who want to spoil their children find that money just doesn’t stretch far enough.

The Greater Dandenong Community Aid Consortium agencies are working together to ensure that children do not go without presents this Christmas, and are looking for donations.

They want educational toys, books and sporting equipment, as well as wrapping paper and gift bags.

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So far 120 drain traps have been installed across the project region. Litter from the traps will be audited from now until May 2020, and data collected will provide valuable insight into the pollutants flowing into our waterways.

The audits will be conducted by community volunteers and the Tangaroa Blue Foundation.

Email info@tangaroablue.org to register your interest in supporting the project.

Donations can be made directly to the following agencies for distribution by the consortium, from Monday to Friday, between 10am–3pm: ► South

East Community Links, 186 Foster Street, Dandenong, or 5 Osborne Avenue, Springvale ► Friends of Refugees, 1D Parsons Avenue, Springvale ► CoCos, Shop 2 48–50 McCrae Street, Dandenong ► Springvale Learning and Activities Centre, 1 Osborne Avenue, Springvale.

For more information contact Therese Watson on therese. watson@cgd.vic.gov.au or phone 8571 1456.

Police Assistance Line Inspector Steve Towers said sometimes people phoned the emergency number with minor issues, but worse still were the people who chose not to phone police at all.

“Some people didn’t call at all out of concern that they would be hassling police with minor matters,” Insp Towers said.

“With the Police Assistance Line you can feel confident to contact us directly for these non-urgent situations and we’ll be happy to help.”

Launched on 1 July 2019, the 24-hour phone line takes reports and gives advice on issues such as property damage, theft and lost or located property. Callers can also make general police enquiries and seek advice on neighbourhood disputes of a non-urgent nature.

An online reporting service is also part of the initiative.

Visit police.vic.gov.au or phone 131 444 for help.

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Have you got what it takes?

Greater Dandenong Youth and Family Services are back with the 2020 January Street Style Soccer Tournament, open to young people aged 12–25 who live, study, work or have a significant connection to the City of Greater Dandenong.

The tournament will be held on Friday 17 January, from 9am-5pm, at Mills Reserve, Dandenong.

Registration is essential. Players can register as an individual or a team of 5–7 players in one of four divisions – under 14 male, under 16 male, under 25 female and under 25 male.

Trophies will be awarded to winners and medals to runners up.

For more information phone Youth and Family Services on 9793 2155.

Australia Day Youth Stage

Summer Vibes Greater Dandenong Youth and Family Services have you covered these school holidays with three weeks of fun.

They will be bringing the heat at the Australian Open Tennis, Luna Park and Supaworld Ninja Warrior Course. They will also cool you down with trips to the beach, ice skating rink and aqua fun park.

Young performers are encouraged to share their talents as part of a youth stage at the 2020 Australia Day Festival.

Greater Dandenong’s Youth and Family Services FreeZA D-Beats committee will present the Australia Day Youth Stage.

Come and experience the vitality of the community at this family-friendly event that celebrates what it means to be Australian in our diverse community.

The Festival will be held in Dandenong Park, on the corner of Pultney and Foster streets, Dandenong, on Sunday 26 January 2020.

There will be live entertainment, free airbrush tattoos, food and market stalls, rides and fireworks.

For more information about performing, phone Youth and Family Services on 9793 2155. Visit greaterdandenong. com/australiaday for more information about the Australia Day Festival.

All of these activities and more will be offered as part of the Summer Vibes School Holiday Activities.

The program is open to young people aged 12–25 years who live, study, work or have a significant connection to the City of Greater Dandenong. The program opens for bookings on Monday 2 December.

For more information phone Youth and Family Services on 9793 2155.

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Drum Theatre delivers smashing season

Carmen

► Watch

a children’s favourite book come to life as Andy and Terry hit the stage for the 91 Storey Treehouse

► Perennial

music theatre favourites Michael Cormack and Rachel Beck reunite for You and I, 20 years on from Beauty and the Beast

► Australian

singer and Eurovision performer Isaiah Firebrace will bring his show, including new music, to Dandenong, with workshops for young indigenous performers to share their stories in song

Isaiah Firebrace

Dandenong’s iconic Drum Theatre has put together a huge season of entertainment for theatre lovers in 2020.

Whether you are looking for laughs, great music, beautiful dance or intriguing stories, there is something for everyone at the Drum.

the story of The Sapphires in this intimate telling of one of this country’s most loved musical tales

► See

► Our

renowned Encore Season returns with an expanded program of 10 shows throughout the year, with more music, laughs, memories and even a ballet for our 2020 audiences.

Highlights include: ► Experience

John Bell’s eye-popping production of Carmen by Opera Australia, with our own community choir taking the stage along with the Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow, featuring four comedians and an MC from the world-renowned festival’s 2020 line-up

Visit drumtheatre.com.au to see the full program and be the first to find out when tickets go on sale.

► Share

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Other productions include family-friendly tales, an intimate cabaret show, 3D digital animation melded with live movement, classic ballet and engaging theatre and drama stories.

Drum Theatre’s 2020 season is full of heart and will help local audiences share in world-class experiences with many ways to get directly involved. Our new subscription packages will make it easy for you and your friends to bundle your favourite shows across the year and save money.

► Laugh

the unpredictable journey of three young people as their stories go viral in MTC’s production of SLAP. BANG. KISS. by the awardwinning playwright Dan Giovannoni

The Sapphires

SLAP. BANG. KISS.

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Spirit of Enterprise

9 by 5 A project celebrating the history of migration in Greater Dandenong is being shared with the world.

A jury of international judges recognised the importance of the Spirit of Enterprise Project. It was named a winner at the United Cities and Local Government (UCLG) Awards in Mexico City and recently a report published in multiple languages shared the project with a worldwide audience.

The Spirit of Enterprise Project started in 2008 as a volunteer history project celebrating the Enterprise Migrant Hostel in Springvale. It has since grown to include a trail of significant sites which acknowledge the important contribution Springvale made to the settlement of migrants and refugees.

On the back of the award, representatives from UCLG held their first Australian workshop in Greater Dandenong, where they discussed how culture contributes to sustainable cities.

Visit enterprisehostel.org for more information about the Enterprise Project.

Artistic opportunities

piece to permanently adorn a prominent location within the precinct.

Council proudly celebrates the vibrant arts scene in Greater Dandenong and is always looking for ways to encourage artistic and cultural pursuits.

The opportunity to deliver a major artwork for display is open to experienced artists identifying as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

In 2020 Council will continue to offer its Artist in Residency Program, opportunities for artists to facilitate community programs as well as call outs for exhibitions at its many different arts venues.

With the creation of the new Springvale Community Precinct, Council is seeking expressions of interest for a public art

This opportunity calls for someone who can translate local cultural knowledge into a meaningful piece of art.

Visit greaterdandenong.com/ arts for more information about the new expression of interest as well as other opportunities for local artists.

Enjoy some great art while shopping for a unique Christmas gift at the 9 by 5 Exhibition at Walker Street Gallery and Arts Centre.

The 9 by 5 format is a nationally recognised event that celebrates diversity within the arts community.

The long-standing exhibition commemorates the original 9 by 5 Exhibition held in Melbourne in 1889, featuring the work of Tom Roberts, Charles Conder, Arthur Streeton and Frederick McCubbin painted on cigar box lids.

Artists from around Australia present their work on canvas measuring nine inches by five inches and each piece is available to purchase.

9 by 5 will be on display at Walker Street Gallery, corner Walker and Robinson streets, Dandenong, from Thursday 5 December to Saturday 21 December.

Visit greaterdandenong. com/arts for more information.

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2019 Year in Review January

May

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Greater Dandenong came together to celebrate Australia Day at Dandenong Park. Ten individuals were recognised for their services to the community via the Greater Dandenong Australia Day Awards, including Citizen of the Year Wicki Vikramasingham and Young Leader of the Year Prachi Rane.

Council celebrated the volunteers who help keep our community running during National Volunteer Week. Council has more than 200 volunteers working across 15 different programs and could not run many services without their support.

March Wicki Vikramasingham

February

The She art exhibition returned to Walker Street Gallery and Arts Centre for the 21st year. Staged to coincide with International Women’s Day She featured emerging female artists embarking on careers after study.

A Re-use and Recycle Drop-off Day was held at Greaves Reserve in Dandenong, giving residents another way to reduce waste going to landfill. The free event collected unwanted electrical and household goods and gave good quality items to charity while recycling as much as possible.

June

April The inaugural Dandy Con Comic Festival attracted a large crowd to Harmony Square.

Many people came in costumes to enjoy the Fandoms, cosplay competitions, workshops, exhibitions and comic stalls.

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Words took centre stage as Greater Dandenong celebrated the Emerging Writers’ Festival with a series of workshops and performances on 22 June. Participants explored writing fiction, creating a web series, writing zines and spoken word performances.

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September Children were celebrated as the eighth annual Greater Dandenong Children’s Festival launched. The outer space themed program included the festival’s headline event The Little Day Out at Ross Reserve.

July

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About 40,000 people celebrated winter at the seventh annual Springvale Snow Fest. The event was recognised as the Best Community Event at the Australian Event Awards for bringing the snowfields to the suburbs.

October Short Cuts Film Festival brought a world of entertainment to the big screen at Drum Theatre. The popular festival celebrated its fourth year in front of a sell-out audience.

November August Cultural Threads returned to Greater Dandenong for the third time. The program of exhibitions and workshops encouraged participants to use textiles as a way to connect with one another, trade skills and share stories.

Hundreds of people hit the pavement in support of Council’s annual Walk Against Family Violence. Sonya Kilkenny MP joined author and domestic violence survivor Susan Berg in addressing the crowd which gathered in Harmony Square after the walk.

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Safety in the splash zone

As summer hits Greater Dandenong many residents head to public pools and waterways to keep cool.

Not all members of the Greater Dandenong community have had the opportunity to develop swimming and water safety skills, but it is never too late to develop these important life skills.

Our city is home to two public pools, Dandenong Oasis and Noble Park Aquatic Centre (NPAC), which offer a range of swimming programs for people of all ages.

Nationally accredited swim teachers provide regular feedback on students’ progress, and as an added benefit students have full access to pools and water play areas outside of lesson times.

Even if you are not taking lessons, a visit to the public pool can help increase confidence while swimming in an environment supervised by lifeguards.

A subsidised VICSWIM Summer Kidz Program will run at both local pools, offering five 30-minute lessons over one week for just $30.

The program offers lessons in swimming basics and water safety instruction for children aged four years and above.

Enrolments are now open for the January program.

Staying safe by the water is everyone’s responsibility.

Never leave your child unattended and remember parents supervise, lifeguards save lives.

Visit dandenongoasis.com.au or nobleparkaquaticcentre.com.au for more information.

Staying safe in the heat With temperatures on the rise, it is important to stay safe and hydrated in summer’s soaring heat.

A heatwave over a period of days or even a single day of extreme heat can be dangerous, especially to those aged over 65, children and babies, and those who suffer from chronic medical conditions.

Heat kills more Australians than any other natural disaster and Council would like to remind residents to look after themselves and to keep an eye on vulnerable family, friends and neighbours this summer.

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Here are some tips to stay healthy on days of extreme heat: ► Stay

hydrated – even if you don’t feel thirsty make sure you drink plenty of water

► Never

leave children, adults or pets in cars – the temperature can double in just minutes

► Keep

cool – seek out air-conditioned buildings, draw your blinds, use a fan, and dress in light, loose clothing

► Plan

ahead by keeping an eye on the forecast and stay indoors during the hottest part of the day

► If

you must go out wear a hat and sunscreen, and take a bottle of water with you

► Check

in on others – including neighbours, the elderly, people with a medical condition, and don’t forget your pets.

Visit emergencyprepare.com. au/heatwave for more tips on staying healthy in the heat.

Business

Night market is coming Dandenong Market is well known for its amazing street food offerings, so January will turn into a night festival inspired by Asia’s famous outdoor markets.

Over four Thursdays in January the Market will celebrate balmy summer days by opening from 4.30pm–9.30pm.

Celebrate the diverse patchwork of nationalities that contribute to

2020 Greater Dandenong Business Program set to inspire Greater Dandenong Business is busy planning the training calendar for 2020. We have some exciting opportunities for our business community to keep in mind including: February 19 – discover how to create a better mindful workplace with a leading voice in Australia, not for profit organisation, Smiling Mind.

March 18 – learn about Social Enterprises and hear from a successful venture in the form of Simon Griffiths, Founder of Who Gives a Crap.

April 22 – listen to the wonderful Carolyn Creswick tell her story about creating her food manufacturing business Carmen’s Fine Foods.

Tickets coming soon – keep an eye on our website greaterdandenong.com/ businessworkshops

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Dandenong Market Trading Hours

Dandenong’s culinary scene, and enjoy some roving artists, street theatre and cultural performances as well.

The first market will be held on Thursday 9 January, and will run until the end of the month.

Visit dandenongmarket.com.au for more information.

Tuesday 17 December 7am to 4pm Wednesday 18 December CLOSED Thursday 19 December CLOSED Friday 20 December 7am to 4pm Saturday 21 December 7am to 4pm Sunday 22 December 9am to 4pm Monday 23 December CLOSED Tuesday 24 December 7am to 4pm Wednesday 25 December CLOSED Thursday 26 December CLOSED Friday 27 December 7am to 4pm Saturday 28 December 7am to 4pm Sunday 29 December 9am to 4pm Monday 30 December CLOSED Tuesday 31 December 7am to 4pm Wednesday 1 January CLOSED

Santa’s coming to the Market The festive season is around the corner and Dandenong Market is busy preparing an exciting array of festivities that will include the arrival of Santa himself.

The build up to Christmas is an exciting time of year for children and adults alike, but there’s one person everyone’s waiting for. Santa will take up his seat on Tuesday 10 December ready to meet with his biggest fans every Market day until Christmas Eve between 11am and 3pm.

Santa has a free gift for all children who meet with him. So, make your way down and grab a photo with him.

Additionally, children will be invited to post their Christmas list to him with a specially designated letterbox at the Market. Those who include a selfaddressed envelope will receive a reply.

This year, Dandenong Market will be catering for children with special needs wishing to visit Santa at a quieter time. Contact the Market Management office on 9701 3850 for further details.

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Keep on Recycling!

It’s business as usual at the City of Greater Dandenong when it comes to recycling. The recent announcement that recycle provider SKM has ceased collecting recyclable household goods has not affected the City of Greater Dandenong.

Currently all of Council’s recyclables are processed by Polytrade.

All your waste including paper, glass, plastics and other recyclables collected from Greater Dandenong are continuing to be recycled.

It’s important that we all remain mindful of the environment when discarding our waste. Simple measures such as placing glass jars, plastic bottles, cans, containers and loose cardboard into your recycle bins minimises the amount of waste that gets sent to landfill.

Council supplies residents with a yellow lid recycle bin, which is collected fortnightly, so be mindful of placing objects in the correct bin. Residents are reminded to place their bins on the nature strip the night before their collection is due to avoid being missed by the waste truck.

Top tips for recycling: ✔ Never place recycling in

plastic bags

✔ Use a tub to transfer your

recyclables to the recycle bin

✔ Always empty the contents of

your containers before placing them in the recycle bin

✔ Flatten boxes, cans and plastic

bottles ✔ Keep polystyrene foam and

broken glass out of recycling ✔ Soft plastics such as bags,

plastic wrap and food packets don’t belong in recycling

✔ Recycling isn’t just confined

to the kitchen – the bathroom and laundry are just as rich in recyclables

St Paul’s Spectacular The City of Greater Dandenong Band recently performed with the Australian Welsh Male Choir at St Paul’s Cathedral in Melbourne.

This follows a number of high profiled performances including the State Remembrance Service of the Victorian RSL. The City of Greater Dandenong Band is one of Melbourne’s premier brass bands. The current Dandenong Band was formed in 1957 and has a long and established history of celebrating music and the arts in Greater Dandenong and the surrounding areas.

For more details about the band and a list of upcoming performances visit dandenongband.org.au

Immunisation Timetable – December 2019 Date

Time

Location

Monday 2 December

4pm–6.30pm

Springvale City Hall (Supper Room) 18 Grace Park Avenue, Springvale

Tuesday 10 December

10am–11.45am

Paddy O’Donoghue Centre, 18–34 Buckley Street, Noble Park

Wednesday 11 December

4pm–6.30pm

Dandenong Civic Centre, 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong (enter via Harmony Square)

Monday 16 December

4.30pm–6pm

Springers Leisure Centre, 400 Cheltenham Road, Keysborough

Saturday 21 December

10am–11.45am

Saturday 22 December

10am–11.45am

Dandenong Civic Centre, 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong (enter via Harmony Square) Dandenong Civic Centre, 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong (enter via Harmony Square)

Immunisation Timetable – January 2020 Date

Time

Location

Monday 6 January

4pm–6pm

Springvale City Hall (Supper Room) 18 Grace Park Avenue, Springvale

Wednesday 8 January

3.30pm-6pm

Dandenong Civic Centre, 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong (enter via Harmony Square)

Tuesday 14 January

10am–11.45am

Paddy O’Donoghue Centre, 18–34 Buckley Street, Noble Park

Monday 20 January

4pm–6pm

Springers Leisure Centre, 400 Cheltenham Road, Keysborough

Tuesday 21 January

10am–11.30am

Jan Wilson Community Centre, Halton Road, Noble Park North (BJ Powell Reserve)

Wednesday 22 January

10am–12pm

Springvale City Hall (Supper Room) 18 Grace Park Avenue, Springvale

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Dandenong Urban Garden

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…bringing the community together

A community grant will support the continuing transformation of formerly vacant site in central Dandenong.

The Dandenong Urban Garden, on the corner of Halpin Way and Thomas Street, Dandenong, will continue to change lives thanks to a $15,000 grant from resource and water management company Suez.

The garden has been constructed by TRY Australia through their TRY Build program.

TRY Australia General Manager – Manufacturing and Enterprises, Bradley Fronhert said the garden would empower the Dandenong community and provide opportunities for disadvantaged people.

“Students will benefit through hands-on building and construction experience in creating furniture, garden beds and converting shipping containers into teaching hubs and storage, with the broader benefits enjoyed by the local community,” Mr Fronhert said.

Suez State General Manager Victoria Nathaniel Bryant recently visited the site to see how it was progressing.

“The garden has the potential to be a vibrant community hub, with a whole range of sustainability, gardening, cooking and social opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds,” Mr Bryant said.

“It is wonderful to see the integration of smart and sustainable water and waste management techniques on site, and the focus on bringing the community together to learn and grow.”

Greater Dandenong Living Treasure Peter Jabbour OAM has been awarded his Bachelor of Laws as a mature aged student.

Masters’ international success Players from the Greater Dandenong Warriors Hockey Club are showing that you are never too old to achieve great things on the sporting pitch.

Sixteen past and present Warriors returned from a master’s hockey tour to England earlier in the year, where they were hosted by one of the United Kingdom’s biggest hockey clubs, Eastcote HC in Middlesex.

The team came home with the silverware after winning the Triangular Hockey Tournament against Eastcote and Surrey’s Wallington Hockey Club.

The players range in age from 50 to 80 years, and show that age is no barrier to physical activity. Their attitude to sport ties in perfectly with Council’s Make Your Move campaign, which encourages people from all walks of life to get active.

The City of Greater Dandenong would like to congratulate Peter on this fantastic achievement. Peter has dedicated much of his life to giving back to the local community.

He is well known for his charity work and for funding the Australian Arab Multicultural Association – a non-political and non-religious group known for advocating for migrants and helping them settle successfully in Australia.

Family and friends travelled with the team to cheer them on, but this is not the first time the Warriors have taken their skills on the road. The master’s team has previously toured to Singapore, New Zealand and Sri Lanka.

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Tuesday 31 December 6pm-9.30pm Harmony Square 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong

AUSTRALIA DAY FESTIVAL Sunday 26 January 3pm – 9.30pm Dandenong Park Cnr Pultney and Foster streets Dandenong

These are smoke and alcohol free events

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