CASEY ENDORSES RECONCILIATION ACTION PLAN
The City of Casey is proud to announce that its Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan 2024-26 has been officially endorsed by Reconciliation Australia. The plan outlines Council’s commitment to fostering relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. The plan includes initiatives aimed at promoting cultural awareness, respect, and collaboration.
Key elements of the plan include cultural competency training for council staff, supporting Indigenous-led projects, and creating opportunities for cultural exchange.
Council aims to deepen engagement with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, amplify their voices, and create opportunities for meaningful participation and empowerment. This journey of reconciliation is undertaken
with humility, empathy, and a shared commitment to building a more united and equitable future for all.
The endorsement reflects Council’s dedication to building a more inclusive and respectful community.
To view the Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan 2024-26, visit Council’s website.
CHANGES ARE COMING TO OUR WASTE BINS
Waste collection and disposal is an essential service conducted by the City of Casey.
The Victorian Government is standardising household waste and recycling services across Victoria, which will see all kerbside services move to a four-bin system by 2027:
· General rubbish (red lid)
· Co-mingled recycling (yellow lid)
Food and garden waste (lime green lid)
· Glass (purple lid).
Whether you are a resident or business who relies on our waste services, these changes will impact you.
To better understand your preferences for waste management in the City of Casey, we are seeking your feedback via an online survey.
Engagement pop-up events will also be held in August and September, providing you with the opportunity to share feedback in-person.
Your feedback will help us provide a user-friendly waste service in the future.
Everyone who completes the survey will be eligible for a chance to win a $100 gift voucher.
Visit Casey Conversations for more information. Survey closes at 5:00pm on Monday 16 September 2024.
2024/25 COUNCIL BUDGET
The City of Casey adopted the following strategic documents at a Special Council meeting on Monday 24 June:
· The Budget Report, which includes the Budget 2024/25 and Capital Works Program 2024/25
Council Plan 2021/25 – Year 4 Review
Annual Action Plan 2024/25
Financial Plan 2024/25 – 2033/34
· Schedule of Fees and Charges 2024/25
This year’s budget totals $560.8 million, including a $460.1 million operational budget, which supports the delivery of crucial services including kindergartens, maternal and child health, waste management and infrastructure maintenance.
Budget highlights
$59.5 million towards waste management services
$47.4 million towards child, youth, and family services
$22.8 million towards community connection and wellbeing
$22.9 million towards the road network
$18.5 million towards parks and open spaces
$13.9 million towards sports and leisure
Local council elections will be held in Victoria by post this October. If you’re an enrolled voter, participation is mandatory. Expect to receive your ballot in the mail soon. For further details, visit the Victorian Electoral Commission’s website.
MELBOURNE CITY FC PARTNERS WITH CITY OF CASEY TO OPEN NEW ACADEMY
The City Football Academy Melbourne at Casey Fields has been officially unveiled, marking a significant milestone for local sports development.
Spanning 5,900 square meters, the state-of-the-art facility is set to host the Club’s A-League Men’s and Women’s teams, six Youth Academy teams, and the administration department, setting a new benchmark for football in Australia. Additionally, the City in the Community charity and Melbourne City Football School will also be based here, with designated community use for local organisations, football clubs, schools, and commercial groups.
The City of Casey invested $12.3 million in the 11-hectare facility, contributing to the total project cost of $18.7 million. The Academy features two and a half grass pitches, three synthetic fields, 16 changerooms, a 60-seat theatrette, hydrotherapy pools, gyms, community classrooms, and extensive sports medicine and science spaces.
CASEY FIELDS FITNESS TRAIL NOW COMPLETE
Council’s partnership with Melbourne City Football Club will engage residents through football pathways, leadership development programs, and community participation. Young people from local football clubs, schools, and neighbouring suburbs will now have the chance to enjoy this facility alongside some of Australia’s best players and coaches.
The new facility will be the home for Melbourne City Football Club teams and will allow them to come together to train and innovate daily. The club looks forward to welcoming the community to experience the City Football Academy.
Future plans include constructing a grandstand and amenities, laying the groundwork for a Women’s Centre of Excellence, enhancing the venue’s role as a hub for women’s sport.
Stage 2 of the Casey Fields fitness trail in Cranbourne East is now complete.
Stage 1 of the 4.1-kilometre trail was completed in early 2022, delivering the initial 2.8 kilometres of granitic path, along with solar lighting, seating, exercise stations, and canopy trees. Stage 2 completed the remaining 1.3 kilometres of path works, as well as the installation of two fitness nodes, benches, water stations, lighting, canopy trees, and signage.
The trail offers a healthy lifestyle asset for the Casey community, catering to both committed fitness enthusiasts and those who enjoy a relaxing stroll. With its soft surface, wide path, and flat topography, the fitness trail at Casey Fields is an ideal location for walking and jogging in a safe and attractive setting.
Photo Caption: Member for Cranbourne, Pauline Richards; General Manager at Melbourne City Football Club General Manager, Ian Wilson; City of Casey Chair of Administrators, Noelene Duff PSM; and Casey Demons General Manager, Peter Maynard.
Official opening of the City Football Academy Melbourne at Casey Fields.
CASEY PROUDLY HOSTS THE VICTORIAN SPECIAL OLYMPICS FOR ANOTHER YEAR!
The Special Olympics Victoria State Games returned to Casey in July, showcasing athletes with intellectual disabilities and autism.
The Winter games featured 300 athletes, 45 volunteers, and 450 spectators. Sports included basketball, bocce, gymnastics, netball and table tennis.
In September, the summer games will be held at venues across Casey, with athletes participating in golf, athletics, ten pin bowling, soccer, swimming and tennis. This year is also a qualifier for the 2026 Special Olympics Australia National Games.
The City of Casey is proud to host these games and welcomes new and returning athletes. Community members are encouraged to attend and support the athletes.
To find out more, visit the Special Olympics website.
YOUNG WRITERS CELEBRATED AT FRESH WORDS AWARDS CEREMONY
The Fresh Words Young Writers Awards Ceremony recently celebrated the literary talents of Casey’s young writers. Young writers from across Casey were joined by their families, teachers, principals, and teaching staff to honour and celebrate their incredible achievements.
The Fresh Words Competition was open to students from Grade 5 to Year 12 who reside, work or study in Casey. Students could submit entries across three categories: Creative Writing; Poetry and Lyrics; and English as an Additional Language (EAL).
The event honoured outstanding works in poetry, short stories, and essays, highlighting the creativity and expression
of young authors. Winners were selected across various age groups, showcasing a wide range of talent. The ceremony provided an important platform for budding writers to share their voices and gain recognition.
Front Row (Left to Right): Ethan Manning, Almira Hafiz, Manasvi Prakash, Elbert Yuze Ma, Georgie, Jones Pieterson, Evelyne Ong, Khushi Thakar, Isabelle, Yusuf Md Alauddin and Lale Peri Yildirim. Back Row (Left to Right): Luke Mu, Bobby Bhatia, Anvi Sharma, Megan Phoon, Tashi Mallawa, Methuki Bogahapitiya and Amna Bilal.
WHAT’S ON
AGEING POSITIVELY FESTIVAL 2024
Throughout October. Multiple venues across Casey
Celebrate with us this October at the 2024 City of Casey Ageing Positively Festival. The month-long event provides an opportunity for all of us to get together and acknowledge the invaluable contributions that our older generations bring to our community. Join a workshop, immerse yourself in musical events, attend information sessions or go on tour! This year’s festival promises enriching experiences and memorable moments for all.
SPRING INTO PLAY, CHILDREN’S WEEK SPECIAL EVENT
9:30 am to 12:30 pm, Thursday 24 October
Old Cheese Factory, Homestead Road, Berwick
Families with children aged six years and under are invited to celebrate Children’s Week, with a free morning of fun, play, music, physical activities and much more. Bring along a picnic and help us celebrate children in Casey.
HALLOWEEN 2024
5:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Thursday 31 October
Old Cheese Factory, Homestead Road, Berwick
Get your scariest costumes ready and come along to the Old Cheese Factory for a night of spooky fun. One of Casey’s oldest sites will become a Halloween playground for kids and
families to enjoy a range of activities and entertainment. Suitable for children aged five to 13 years. Tickets will go on sale in early October.
ELECTRIC VEHICLE EXPO
11:00 am to 3:00 pm, Saturday 9 November
Bunjil Place, Narre Warren
Driving an electric vehicle is one way to reduce your carbon footprint and contribute to a healthier future. Discover the latest cutting-edge sustainable technology, speak directly with car dealerships and industry experts, and test drive a range of electric vehicles at the Casey EV Expo! Visit Bunjil Place on Saturday 9 November to learn more. Test drives will require pre-booking. For more information, visit Council’s website.
TEXTILE EVENT
9:00 am to 2:00 pm, Saturday 23 November
VIBE, 30 Vesper Drive, Narre Warren
Textiles like clothes and shoes can’t be recycled via your kerbside recycle bin. E-waste (items with a plug, battery or power chord that are no longer working or wanted) don’t belong in landfill. If you currently have unwanted textiles and e-waste to dispose of, book a spot at our drop-off recycling event and we will take them off your hands for free. Bookings required. For more information, visit Council’s website.
NEW ART INSTALLATIONS UNVEILED IN CASEY
The City of Casey is proud to boast a public art collection that is progressive, stimulating, and explores a variety of mediums, scales and approaches.
Council’s latest public art commission invited artists to create a series of three connected works to encourage exploration across the municipality. Artists Jonathan Thompson and Mark Cuthbertson developed a series titled The Ovals, centred around the oval, a significant community gathering place.
The design of each sculptural element originated from a series of drawings by Jonathan, an AFL football enthusiast. These handdrawn impressions celebrated diversity, human connections, and the community involvement each site generated and relied on. The works can be viewed at: Pearcedale Recreation Reserve, Pearcedale
Casey Fields (Ovals 4 and 5), Cranbourne East
Robert Booth Recreation Reserve, Hampton Park.
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IN BRIEF
NEW ONLINE FORMS SAVE TIME
NEW WASTE GUIDE OUT NOW
If you need to check which items can go into each bin, when you’re recycling or when green collection is or how to book a hard waste collection, you’ll find it all in the new Casey Waste Guide. The updated guide is now available on Council’s website, as well as a handy A-Z reference that covers everything from aluminium foil to zip lock bags. If you prefer to receive a paper copy, visit Council’s website or contact the Customer Service team and we’ll have one sent out to you.
SIGN UP TO BECOME A L2P MENTOR
We’re celebrating 15 years of the L2P program at Casey. Since 2009, we’ve been helping young learners aged 16 to 23 gain driving experience and access to vehicles. Expressions of interest to become a volunteer mentor are now open. If you can commit one to two hours a week to help young learner drivers gain the experience they need to get a license, consider becoming an L2P mentor. For more information, visit Council’s website.
KEEPING CASEY CLEAN WITH ONE SIMPLE STEP
It’s now quicker and easier to report graffiti via the free Snap, Send, Solve app. The app can be used for so much more too, including reporting fallen trees, stray animals and dumped rubbish.
We all play a part in keeping Casey clean, so download the free Snap, Send, Solve app from the App Store or Google Play and get happy snapping.
To find out more, visit Council’s website.
It’s now even easier to manage issues with your rubbish bins or hard garbage collection with new and updated forms recently added to our website. Skip the phone queues and jump online at a time that suites you to order bins, report issues with your regular kerbside collection, find your bin day and manage your hard waste booking. Visit Council’s website.
Bunjil
Place Gallery
Artists featured in the exhibition: Armie Sungvaribud, Asahi So, Casey Chen, Dai Li, EJ Son, Jayanto Tan, Mai Nguy n-Long, Monica Rani Rudhar, Nani Puspasari, Theodosius Ng, Yang Qiu, Yen Yen Lo, Yoko Ozawa, Zhu Ohmu.
Generation Clay: Reimagining Asian Heritage
Free and Family Friendly
3 August – 24 November 2024, 10.00 am – 4.00 pm Tuesday – Sunday (Closed Mondays)
The dancing pumpkins
Generation Clay: Reimagining Asian Heritage is an exhibition celebrating the vibrant versatility of clay, presented by a new generation of Asian-Australian contemporary artists. Together, these artists are reimagining traditional and ceramic forms in innovative and unexpected ways.
Curated by Vipoo Srivilasa, a leader in ceramics, Generation Clay features the works of 14 artists from across Australia, invited to create new pieces using a predominately blue and white palette.
At the heart of the exhibition is ‘The Bloom Room,’ a creative space where kids and adults can engage in monthly activities like crafting origami flowers, miniature clay objects, and sharing stories.
Don’t miss Generation Clay, now open for a limited time at Bunjil Place Gallery.