Whitehorse News November 2019

WHITEHORSE NEWS • November 2019

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New Mayor

Celebrate Equality

Plastic Bag Ban

Whitehorse Arts Calendar

Meet Whitehorse's new Mayor, Councillor Sharon Ellis.

Whitehorse celebrates equality and respect this November.

Remember your bag, wallet, keys and phone.

Workshops, shows, courses, exhibitions and more.

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November 2019

New Mayor Elected Whitehorse City Council elected Councillor Sharon Ellis as its new Mayor for 2019/2020 at a Special Statutory Council Meeting in October.

Contact us 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 Customer service centres

Sustainability

Whitehorse Civic Centre

Whitehorse News is printed on paper manufactured at a PEFC and FSC Certified Paper Mill and is produced using soy based inks.

Forest Hill Chase Shopping Centre Box Hill Town Hall

Council meetings Special Committee Meeting Monday 11 November, 7pm Ordinary Council Meeting Monday 25 November, 7pm These meetings are held in the Council Chamber at Whitehorse Civic Centre.

Council meetings are live streamed at webcast. whitehorse.vic.gov.au

Acknowledgement of Country In the spirit of reconciliation, Whitehorse City Council acknowledges the Wurundjeri people as the traditional custodians of the land. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

Cr Ellis said she was honoured to be elected Mayor and looked forward to working closely with her Councillor colleagues, the organisation and community for the next 12 months.

“We have a fantastic community and I look forward to listening to them and learning from them," Cr Ellis said.

"As Mayor, I will continue to prioritise the wellbeing of this municipality I care deeply about.

“Thanks go to my family for their support during my career to date with Council, and many thanks to my fellow Councillors for their faith in me and electing me Mayor for the next 12 months.

“Whitehorse is a highly regarded Council and I’m excited to represent the municipality to our state and federal representatives and advocate for the best interests of Whitehorse."

Cr Ellis will serve the community as a Councillor representative on various organisations and will have additional responsibilities as Mayor of the Day.

Cr Ellis is serving her fifth term as a Councillor and third term as mayor.

Cr Ellis’ interests include planning and the environment, affordable housing, aged care and disability issues.

More information www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au 9262 6333

Christmas Gift Appeal – Please Give Generously Help bring some joy to families in need this Christmas by taking part in Whitehorse City Council’s Christmas Gift Appeal.

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Council passes on the toys and gifts to the Eastern Emergency Relief Network (EERN), which distributes them to families in need.

New gifts and toys can be dropped off between 2 to 13 December at any of Council’s three customer service centres.

Translation services

More information 9262 6333 EERN warehouse: 9874 8433

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

Chinese / 中文

Greek / Ελληνικά

如需免费口译协助，请致电 131 450。电话接通后，请说出 你说的语言，并要求转接白马 市政府。

Για δωρεάν βοήθεια με διερμηνεία τηλεφωνήστε στο 131 450. Αναφέρετε τη γλώσσα που ομιλείτε και ζητήστε να συνδεθείτε με το Δήμο του Whitehorse.

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Per assistenza di interpretariato chiama il 131 450. Indica la lingua che parli e chiedi di essere messo in contatto con il Whitehorse City Council.

Để được hỗ trợ thông dịch miễn phí hãy gọi số 131 450. Hãy nói tên ngôn ngữ của quý vị và yêu cầu được kết nối với Hội đồng Thành phố Whitehorse.

Left: Cr Denise Massoud is encouraging the comunity to take part in the Whitehorse Christmas Gift Appeal.

Rates Instalment Due A reminder for ratepayers who are paying their 2019/20 rates by instalments.

The second instalment is due on Monday 2 December 2019.

For payment options, visit www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/your-rates#payment-options More information 9262 6333

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Whitehorse International White Ribbon Breakfast The annual Whitehorse International White Ribbon Breakfast recognises the great work happening in our community around family violence prevention.

This free community event raises awareness of how to prevent family violence and violence against women in everyday life.

The theme of this year’s breakfast is ‘Action today and everyday’ and focuses on how individuals as active bystanders can effect change, challenge attitudes and take safe and considered action to prevent violence in all forms.

The event will be hosted by Whitehorse Mayor Councillor Sharon Ellis and guest speakers include Dr Peter Streker and a survivor advocate presenting “Anissa’s Story”.

This event forms part of Council's 16 Days of Activism campaign which runs from 25 November to 10 December.

All are welcome to attend this event.

An active bystander is someone who safely intervenes where disrespect and pro-violent attitudes are being expressed at work, home or in social situations.

More information 9262 7527

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A Year in Review: Annual Report Highlights Whitehorse City Council is proud to present its Annual Report for the 2018/2019 financial year.

The Annual Report 2018/2019 includes a summary of the Council Plan 2017/2021, detailing Council’s achievements and measures of success. The report also provides an account of Council’s financial performance and demonstrates the wide range of services Council provides to the Whitehorse community.

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683,185 visitors to our libraries

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33,578 hard waste collections

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1055 attendees at business workshops

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341 lost animals reunited with their owners

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1434 new trees planted, 39,338 trees produced by the Whitehorse nursery $1.224m invested in community groups through grants 9109 vaccinations to 4309 children delivered in our public immunisation program 53 sports fields maintained More information www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/annual-report

Whitehorse International White Ribbon Breakfast When: Friday 22 November, 7.30am-9am Where: Whitehorse Centre, 379 Whitehorse Road, Nunawading Cost: Free Registration essential: wrb.eventbrite.com.au

Council's nursery produced 39,338 trees in 2018/2019.

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Fast-Tracked Energy Efficiency Upgrades at Council Buildings Whitehorse City Council is set to become more energy efficient with the implementation of an Energy Performance Contract (EPC).

The program will install $2 million worth of energy efficiency upgrades at eight of Council’s highest energy-consuming sites over the next two years, including Aqualink Box Hill, Sportlink, Box Hill Town Hall, Box Hill Community Arts Centre, Eley Park Community Centre, Whitehorse Civic Centre, Whitehorse Operations Centre and Whitehorse Recycling and Waste Centre.

What can we achieve?

Permanent energy and financial savings of around $277,000 annually

Keeping Trees Clear of Power Lines Council manages tree pruning on public land to ensure a safe distance between trees and power lines.

This month, pruning will occur in Burwood, Burwood East, Vermont and Forest Hill.

Pruning is done in accordance with the Electricity Safety (Electric Line Clearance) Regulations 2015 and also with Council’s Electric Line Clearance Management Plan.

More information www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/naturestrips

EPCs are increasingly used as a proven and holistic way to deliver energy efficiency measures.

By upgrading multiple types of equipment at the same time, EPCs typically achieve a simple payback periods of less than 10 years. This means projects pay for themselves with the savings achieved within 10 years.

How much will this cost?

The annual savings from these energy efficiency measures will allow Council to recuperate the full cost of the project after just seven years. After this, our operational costs will be permanently and significantly reduced, due to ongoing lower energy consumption.

This will reduce exposure to future energy price rises and will ensure our buildings continue to be comfortable for the community.

More information www.buyingfor.vic.gov.au/energyperformance-contract

What kind of things will be upgraded?

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Accelerate Council's progress towards its target of becoming carbon neutral by 2022

An Energy Performance Contract is where a service provider installs energy efficiency equipment for a large business or organisation and guarantees a return on investment and energy savings that are verified using international measurements and verification standards.

In the past, Council has delivered energy efficiency measures project to project through a 10-year capital works program. The nature of this delivery means measures aren’t all integrated, and energy savings are difficult to verify.

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Reduction of greenhouse gas emissions by 1,343 tonnes CO2e

What’s an Energy Performance Contract?

How is this different to our usual approach?

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Installation of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems

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Replacing chillers and boilers with more efficient models and design

Upgrading to high efficiency lighting and lighting controls

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Replacing inefficient heating and cooling equipment and upgrading controls

Stay tuned for updates on how the EPC is progressing.

Installing, upgrading and integrating building management systems Optimising pool plant, hot and chilled water systems

Replacing air-conditioning units with more efficient models and design

More information www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/waste-environment/ sustainability/sustainability-council

Are You Ready for the Ban on Plastic Shopping Bags?

From 1 November, the Victorian Government has banned retailers from supplying lightweight plastic bags, including degradable, biodegradable and compostable bags.

The ban is part of the State Government’s broader goals towards reducing single-use, unnecessary and problematic plastics.

This new law will apply to all retailers from supermarkets, greengrocers, bakeries, pharmacies, clothes stores, restaurants, cafes, markets and food outlets.

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Building better bag habits To help our community adjust to the ban on lightweight plastic bags, Council is encouraging everyone to build better bag habits.

Everyone forgets sometimes, so make it easy on yourself by keeping multiple bags in your car, by the front door and stashed at work so that you always have reusable bags on standby.

BANNED BAGS The ban will apply to all lightweight plastic shopping bags with a thickness below 36 microns (µm).

This includes degradable, biodegradable and compostable plastic bags.

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Produce bags for unpackaged foodstuffs

With better bag habits, remembering your reusable bags will become second nature.

Before you leave home, remember: ‘Bag, wallet, keys and phone'.

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Garbage bags & bin-liners Dog waste & nappy bags

Paper or cardboard bags

Hessian or Jute bags

Chiller bags

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Early Works to Begin for a New Open Space at Wattle Valley Road Demolition works of the property at 21 Wattle Valley Road, Mitcham, have commenced as part of the first stage in creating open space links between Antonio Park and Yarran Dheran Reserve.

add approximately 4742 square metres of parkland to this area.

The open space will complete the final link in a beautiful linear park from Yarran Dheran to Antonio New Lands Park, create a wildlife corridor and

“More work will be done to develop a draft concept plan for the area, so I encourage those interested to keep an eye out and provide input when the time comes,” Cr Cutts said.

Whitehorse Councillor Prue Cutts said this project had been driven by the local community and thanked everyone involved for getting this project off the ground.

Whitehorse Councillor Ben Stennett said the early works would involve demolishing the house, garage and shed as well as all driveways and edgings.

“This will be a fantastic community asset once completed and I look forward to working with the community throughout the project,” said Cr Stennett.

Right: Cr Stennett with residents Robert, Helen, Jo, Thea, Tania, Cr Cutts, Josepha and Claude the dog outside 21 Watte Valley Road.

North East Link Update The North East Link Inquiry and Advisory Committee (IAC) hearings wrapped up in September, with expert witnesses presenting on a range of disciplines including traffic and transport, ecology, noise, air quality, traffic modelling, economics, urban design, landscape and visual impacts, surface water, ground water and open space.

Whitehorse City Council submitted a joint response alongside Banyule and Boroondara Councils which focused on concerns of the three councils throughout the project corridor, including: ■■

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Acquisition and permanent loss of 30 hectares of open space and potential loss for up to seven years of other open space Up to seven years of disruption caused by construction laydown areas and access routes Loss of approximately 25,000 trees, including vegetation of national environmental significance and associated amenity and ecosystem services Ground and surface water contamination Irreparable damage to the Yarra River floodplain, Koonung and Banyule Creeks and other waterways Impacts on human health

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The further division of communities, particularly through Watsonia Excessive widening of the Eastern Freeway Traffic noise impacts affecting the livability of our communities Traffic, access and congestion impacts on local roads Access to the La Trobe National Employment and Innovation Cluster

Thank you to the many Whitehorse community groups and residents who presented their thoughts about the project to the IAC. The IAC is preparing a report of recommendations for the Victorian Planning Minister. The Minister will consider the report and is expected to make a final decision on the North East Link project by the end of 2019.

More information www.northeastlink.vic.gov.au

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Open Day @ Youth Connexions Thursday 21 November, 4pm-7pm Calling all parents, teachers and community members young and old – come and check out Whitehorse’s local youth drop-in centre, Youth Connexions.

Just drop in – no booking required.

Chat to youth workers and find out all the services, information and events that are on offer for young people.

Youth Connexions is open weekdays for young people aged 12 to 25 years, and this is the one day of the year where we invite everyone along to see what the centre offers.

Youth Connexions Suite 2, Level 1, Main Street, Box Hill Central (Southern Building) 9898 9340

How to get to Youth ConneXions BOX HILL MALL (MAIN STREET)

Take lift up to Level 1

RESTAURANT STATION STREET

CARRINGTON ROAD

Nature Play: Land Life Water Life

Volunteering Opportunities for Young People in 2020!

Whitehorse City Council’s Youth Services is looking for young volunteers aged 12–25 to get involved in their local community in 2020.

Places are currently available for the Whitehorse Youth Representative Committee (WYRC) and Flying Pig Events FReeZA Committee.

Whitehorse Youth Representative Committee (WYRC) The WYRC is a committee focusing on youth issues and being a voice for young people by advocating to Council and the wider community.

Initiatives include organising youth forums, community events and consultation opportunities on youth issues with both local organisations and council departments.

Flying Pig Events FReeZA Committee The FReeZA Committee’s Flying Pig Events focuses on organising music, art and cultural events. Events include flm festivals, music events, art exhibitions, community events and many others!

More information and a full position description 9898 9340 jacqueline.piper@whitehorse.vic.gov.au

Get the Buzz!

Council uses a free app called Flexibuzz to communicate all the latest news on local family events, programs, immunisation, parenting information forums, maternal and child health, Whitehorse Early Learning Centres (WELS), Aqualink’s occasional care and information on parenting youth.

Download Flexibuzz in your app store, register and then search for Whitehorse City Council and select the categories that relate to you.

When: Tuesday 19 November, 10am-10.45am Where: Orchard Grove, Blackburn South Bookings essential: www.parkswidewhitehorse.eventbrite.com.au

Look up, look down, look all around.

Explore the grasslands, the open forest and the wetlands to discover what lives on the land and in the water.

Meet at the playground at the south end of Orchard Grove near the car park. Toilet facilities are not available. Suitable for 2 to 5 year olds.

Older siblings welcome.

If extreme weather is forecast the event will be cancelled. Please check www.cfa.vic.gov.au/ warnings-restrictions/total-fire-bans-and-ratings the evening before. Please check your emails close to the event in case of cancellation.

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The Gumboot Club

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November Immunisations

Vermont South Children’s Services Centre is changing the way children play when it’s wet.

Council provides free vaccinations against infectious diseases for children from six weeks to 19 years of age and a limited range of vaccines for eligible adults in accordance with the National Immunisation Program Schedule.

Just because it’s wet and rainy doesn’t mean children have to stay indoors. At Vermont South Children’s Services Centre, children are supplied with waterproof overalls to explore their natural outdoor environment in all types of weather.

Wet weather play helps children learn about rain and clouds and experiment with natural materials. They enjoy investigating what happens when water and dirt are mixed together.

The children navigate large rocks and logs which provide endless opportunities for them to take risks and develop critical problem solving skills, spatial awareness and negotiation skills.

The mud pit supports opportunities for them to get creative and use their imaginations. Getting dirty is the best part of play, boosting their immunity, mental health and brain development all while having fun.

More information www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/vermont-south-childrens-services-centre

Did you know… that the right mix of water and dirt can get you stuck! Look how much fun it is to be in the gumboot club.

No Jab No Pay

Becoming a First Time Father

Young Person of the Month

Becoming a dad for the first time is an exciting, challenging and rewarding experience. Here are 10 top tips to help you make a positive start to fatherhood.

Since arriving in Australia from China four years ago, Eric Zou has immersed himself in his school and local community.

1. Get hands on from the beginning by being involved in the daily care of your baby.

2. Learn your baby’s cues (behaviour and body language) to work out what your baby needs.

3. Connect through touch to make your baby feel safe and secure.

4. Talk to your baby as often as you can because it will help him develop his language and strengthen your relationship.

5. Help with feeding by providing practical support, encouragement and reassurance to your partner.

6. Have some one-on-one time with your baby to connect, bond and build trust.

7. Get the information that you need by visiting parenting websites, talking to other dads and attending parenting groups.

8. Learn to accept and ask for help from family, friends, colleagues or neighbours.

9. Look after your relationship by supporting each other and staying positive.

10. Look after yourself by making healthy lifestyle choices, including getting enough sleep and rest.

Where to go for help If you or your partner are having trouble coping with your baby or either of you is feeling really low, get help from a health professional. See your GP or ring MensLine on 1300 789 978, Lifeline on 131 114 or PANDA on 1300 726 306.

Information from www.raisingchildren.net.au

Eric attends Koonung Secondary College, where he participates in a wide range of sporting, musical and artistic activities. He is a member of the football and badminton team, runs the Skipping Club and is part of the Koonung School Band.

Eric is also on the Student Representative Council and has been twice awarded Koonung Secondary College’s artist of the week award.

Outside of school, Eric has performed with the Starbound Musical Company and Chinese Broadway Company and was recently nominated for a Lyrebird Youth Award for best comedic performer. In 2018, he started his own business and won a prestigious Illuminate: Education NextGen Challenge entrepreneur award.

On Sundays, Eric volunteers at Balywn Aged Care centre and has embraced the opportunity to give back to his community and provide help, support and friendship to older people. He has also volunteered as a classroom assistant at Box Hill North Primary School and with the Scope Australia Balloon Football League.

Congratulations Eric on being awarded November’s Young Person of the Month!

More information and to nominate www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/young-person-month-award

For all enquiries regarding legislation please call the Centrelink Families and Parent Line on 13 61 50 Whitehorse Civic Centre (Willis Room) 379 Whitehorse Road, Nunawading 15 and 27 November – 9.15am-10.45am 14 November – 6pm-7.30pm •

Box Hill South Family Centre 1228A Riversdale Road (Rotary Court), Box Hill South 6 and 28 November – 9.15am-10.45am 21 November – 6pm-7.30pm •

Burgess Family Centre 15 Barwon Street, Box Hill North 20 November – 9.15am-10.45am 26 November – 6pm-7.30pm •

Sportlink 2 Hanover Road, Vermont South 8 November – 9.15am-10.45am

More information 9262 6197 www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ immunisation

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Sports Awa Team of the Year – Box Hill United Soccer Club Under 14 National Premier League

The annual Whitehorse Sports Awards recognise the important contribution local sporting clubs and sportspeople make to the Whitehorse community.

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Image: Guest speaker Bianca Chatfield with Peter and Blake from Box Hill United Soccer Club and Cr Andrew Davenport

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Chair’s Award – Britney Gutknecht from Box Hill Senior Secondary College Britney’s significant achievements make her a role model for younger girls in the AFLW program at Box Hill Senior Secondary College.

She is captain of the Box Hill Senior Secondary College AFLW team and vice-captain of the NAB League Under 18 Northern Knights.

Britney was also selected to play in Carlton’s VFLW team, the 2019 AFLW Academy and NAB League 2019 Team of the Year.

Britney has now realised her dream, having recently been drafted to the Western Bulldogs AFLW side for 2020.

Image: Cr Andrew Munroe, Bianca Chatfield, Britney Gutknecht, and Kate Yeowart from Whitehorse Sports and Recreation Network.

School of the Year – Antonio Park Primary School Over the past few years, Antonio Park Primary School has revamped its physical education and sports program and now leads the way in the Whitehorse and wider Eastern region.

Some key highlights for the school include being the School Sports Victoria District Competition premiers in tennis and boys cricket, as well as the overall aggregate winners for the Ringwood North District Athletics. The Antonio Park Girls Basketball team were runners up in the Schools Sports Victoria Regional Championship

and the Boys T20 Blast Cricket team were School Sports Victoria Division premiers.

The school has also actively developed partnerships with a number of local sports clubs to give its students the best opportunity to participate and increase their skills in a range of sports.

Image: Bianca Chatfield with Ben Clark representing Antonio Park Primary School and Professor David Shilbury from Deakin University.

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Volunteer of the Year – Ritchie Toomey from Surrey Park Lacrosse Club As a life member of the Surrey Park Lacrosse Club, Ritchie has given more than 30 years’ service to the lacrosse community.

He has served as club president for the past 10 years, coached the senior men’s team and under 17 team and also refereed games. Ritchie is also actively involved in state level lacrosse and has coached representative Victorian teams.

Ritchie is a strong advocate for lacrosse and increasing the participation of women and children in the club. He was involved in the development of a program that has reached 1000 primary school aged children.

Image: Ritchie Tomey with Cr Tina Liu.

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Sportsperson of the Year – Brendon Smith from Nunawading Swimming Club 2O19

The winners were presented with awards at a special awards night in October.

Congratulations to all the winners and nominees.

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Coach of the Year – James Dunn and Scott Young from Eastern Gymnastics Men’s Artistic Program

The past year has been an incredibly busy and successful one for Brendon.

As well as winning 23 Victorian medals in the over age and open championships, Brendon won a gold medal for the Australian Swim team at the USA Open Swimming Championships and bronze medal at the 2019 World University Games in Italy.

He was awarded 2018 Victorian Junior Lifesaver of the Year and represented Australia at the 2018 World Lifesaving Championships where he broke two world junior records.

Brendon is described by his club as a humble, extremely hardworking and

James and Scott are co-coaches of the Men’s Artistic Program at the Eastern Gymnastics Club and are passionate about growing the sport of gymnastics. They are actively involved in challenge days and pre-school programs that encourage children to participate in gymnastics.

As advanced coaches, they are both working towards their Fédération Internationale de Gymnastique coaching qualifications.

As well as coaching, James and Scott attend university full time and also train and compete for Victoria at the Australian championships.

Image: Cr Ben Stennett with James Dunn and Cr Bill Bennett.

Junior Sportsperson of the Year – Ryder Cheesman from Surrey Park Swimming Club At the age of 12, Ryder has already excelled in three different sports: basketball, swimming and AFL. He is a member of the School Sports Victoria basketball and swimming teams and has also won individual medals at the Victorian State Sprints. He was recently awarded the School Sports Victoria Award for basketball and selected to play in the Southern Cross Challenge tournament.

Ryder loves playing in team sports and shows great sportsmanship by always being the first to shake hands with opponents and officials.

Image: Bianca Chatfield with Ryder Cheesman and Cr Prue Cutts.

determined young man. He often gives talks at primary schools to encourage children to participate in sports and emphasises the importance of enjoying your chosen sports.

Image: Brendon Smith with Cr Raylene Carr.

Sportsperson of the Year with a Disability – Kimberly Larkin from the Victorian Netball Team for Females with an Intellectual Disability Recently swapping from basketball to netball, Kim has already been chosen to represent Victoria at the 2019 National Championships for Players with an Intellectual Disability in Brisbane.

She is passionate about encouraging all athletes with a disability to participate in sports and conducts clinics for students and mentors younger players.

Kim also has a national Basketball Australia Award named after her with the ‘The Kim Larkin Award’ given to the team that best demonstrates fair play at National Basketball Championships.

Image: Kimberly Larkin with Cr Denise Massoud.

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

Central Ward

Elgar Ward

Morack Ward

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

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

Cr Bill Bennett 0409 195 530 bill.bennett@whitehorse.vic.gov.au

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

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

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

By Cr Andrew Munroe

By Cr Blair Barker

By Cr Bill Bennett

In my first term as Whitehorse Mayor I introduced a community dinner in lieu of the expensive and perhaps outdated annual Mayoral Ball.

I’m delighted to report one of the great improvements I have been a part of at Council is improving our ‘listening and consulting with the community’.

I would like to take this opportunity to pay thanks to our community in supporting my term as Mayor of the City of Whitehorse.

The community dinner is an excellent opportunity to provide an update on Council activities for the year and to get direct feedback on the trials and tribulations of the many groups operating within our city without whom we would be much poorer.

Councillor Bill Bennett made greater community engagement one of his Mayoral term objectives in 2018-2019 and it has always been a personal objective of mine.

It has been a privilege and an honour to serve in that capacity. I have been welcomed throughout this past year by the many clubs and organisations that I visited as part of my role of representing Council, which has confirmed in my view that we are fortunate to live in such a wonderful community.

I am pleased that subsequent Mayors have continued this initiative to celebrate the contribution of the many and varied organisations in our city. This year I was pleased to host representatives from Blackburn Football Club Juniors, Blackburn RSL, Koonung Neighbourhood House, Blackburn Primary School and 1st/8th Blackburn Scouts.

2019 Whitehorse Business Awards While Central Ward businesses were among the nominees at this year’s Whitehorse Business Awards we did not have any category winners. The annual awards are a great showcase of what happens each day in our city, from single person business to large employers and many in-between.

Local Blackburn dance school Topaz had a starring role on the night as their young students entertained those in attendance with two spectacular dance numbers. Well done students of Topaz.

So in closing a call out to Central Ward businesses to get you nominations in next year for the 2020 awards and take the opportunity to shine. .

I am deeply appreciative of the thousands of comments, suggestions and contributions by the community on topics as diverse as domestic animals, sport ground lighting, integrated transport, tree controls and the future of Box Hill, to name just a few. I can assure you every comment is carefully considered and they all help shape and improve Council’s policy and approaches.

Another Welcome Dinner event was held at the Box Hill Community Arts Centre in October.

A Community Welcome Dinner provides opportunities for newly arrived and established Australians from all walks of life to share delicious food and make new connections. The idea is to bring along a dish from your culture or one that has special significance and then tell a short story about your dish. My offering was a steak and onion pie and fortunately it turned out well (I think!)

Whitehorse Excellence in Business Awards This year was the 19th anniversary of these awards organised by the Whitehorse Business Group.

Council regularly engages world-class experts to assist with special projects, yet it is local people that are the closest to the issues, understand them best and always have excellent ideas for improvements.

It is pleasing to report that the methods of consultation used continue to evolve. While we still use traditional letters and adverts in the local paper, Council now uses Facebook and other social media, internet-enabled surveys and even staff deployed on our streets with clipboards.

As some may know the genesis of our exciting new on demand park lighting trial idea emerged early one morning chatting with some locals while walking our dogs.

Spring Festival, kindergarten fetes, cricket season launch, RSL volunteers awards afternoon and many other events have been a privilege and delight to attend recently.

Thank you for your ongoing efforts to make our city a better place.

Above: Carolyn Shaw, Cr Munroe, Simon Casey, Cindy Kozel, Terry Hastings, Graham Hutchinson and Peter Parker.

Welcome Dinner Project

Image: Cr Barker chatting to Roberta and getting her ideas on improving local transport and access.

The venue was again the excellent Vogue Ballroom in Burwood East. A fantastic night of entertainment celebrating the amazing business community we have in Whitehorse. Congratulations to all the finalists!

Until next time, Bill Image: Cr Bennett with Helen and Tegan from the Nunawading Toy Library at the Whitehorse Excellence in Business Awards.

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

Riversdale Ward Cr Sharon Ellis (Mayor) 0419 397 194 sharon.ellis@whitehorse.vic.gov.au

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

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

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

By Cr Sharon Ellis

By Cr Prue Cutts

Whitehorse Business Awards has became an exciting event that councillors look forward to each year.

The last two months since my September Ward Column have been jam packed with resident and community group meetings, events, board and committee meetings as well as normal council meetings!

Whitehorse is proud to have many outstanding businesses in our city and the calibre of finalists each year is extremely high.

Over the years councillors have become familiar with many businesses in their local area and it is always exciting when one takes out an award.

Bennettswood Bowls Club is a well loved icon in Riversdale Ward so it was great to see them receive the Community Award. Cr Davenport and I are frequent visitors to the club for their special events and always receive a warm welcome.

Spring Festival This year's festival was a huge success, with more than 20,000 people in attendance. There were so many stalls that people were frequently asking us for directions. Many of our community groups had stalls as well as some local businesses.

I was particularly taken by the Floral Art display inside the Civic Centre and can only dream of having the patience and skill that would be involved in such magnificent creations.

Such a wonderful day only happens because of the hard work and dedication of our wonderful staff.

Congratulations to all involved.

Sharon Ellis

Faith and Our Environment Interfaith Forum When: Sunday 10 November, 2pm-4.30pm at the Box Hill Town Hall Cost: Entry is free. Afternoon tea provided.

Registrations: 9262 6434 or sarah.martinelli@whitehorse.vic.gov.au

Speakers will provide a faith perspective on critical issues of our time. There will be a Wurundjeri Welcome to Country ceremony and question and answer panel.

Whitehorse Orchestra

There is never a dull moment in local government!

When: Saturday 23 November, 2.30pm

Representing Whitehorse on Boards and Committees

Where: James Tatoulis Auditorium, MLC, Barkers Road, Kew

This year, on behalf of Council, I have sat on the Whitehorse Business Group board and the Whitehorse Manningham Regional Library Corporation (WMRLC) board, the Heritage Steering Committee, the WMRLC Audit Committee and the Nunawading Community Hub Public Art Sub-Committee. Each of these positions has involved many hours, offering great opportunities for learning and networking, as well as being able to contribute my own set of skills and expertise to the roles. It has been a wonderful opportunity to represent the community.

Cost: $25 full price or $20 pre-purchase from www.whitehorseorchestra.org.au or by phone at 9459 2670; students $15.

All Council-held board and committee positions will become vacant in late November and Councillors will be elected into new roles to start the final year of our four year Council term. Now that is a scary thought! How time flies when you are having fun!

When: Saturday 9 November 2019, 8.30am-11am

Whitehorse Sports Awards 2019 Congratulations to all award winners and nominees this year! These awards are always one of the highlights of the year. Big shout out to Antonio Park Primary School for taking out the Whitehorse “School of the Year” award for excellence in its sports programs. Ben Clark, Head of Sport, accepted the award from Professor David Shilbury of Deakin University on behalf of the school.

Above: David Knowles from Bennettswood Bowls Club with Cr Ellis.

Community Briefs

There’s so much more to report but I’m out of space! Please reach out to me via email at prue. cutts@whitehorse.vic.gov.au or on Facebook at @councillorpruecutts, like my page, interact with my posts, share your views, keep me focused on the important issues, and let’s keep talking and connecting with each other!

The 70-piece Whitehorse Orchestra will be performing a program of popular classics.

This concert features the Schumann Piano Concerto in A minor with soloist Josh Hooke, and a concerto by Alessandro Marcello played on piccolo trombone, with soloist Ming Yeung Li. Events at Yarran Dheran Where: For both events, meet at the Yarran Dheran Information Centre, Ashburton Drive, Mitcham.

Register: gay.gallagher@bigpond.com

Bird Walk in Yarran Dheran Join us on one of our ever popular bird walks in Yarran Dheran/Mullum Mullum Park.

This walk will be led by Geoff Russell from BirdLife Australia, a knowledgeable birdwatcher and an experienced and informative walk leader.

Minibeasts of Yarran Dheran – A Hidden World on Your Doorstep When: Saturday 23 November, 2pm-4pm

Find out what insects you might find in Yarran Dheran, whether you might find them in your own garden and what you can do to benefit from their presence. Attend a presentation by Ian Moodie, well-known local environmentalist and noted nature photographer. A guided walk follows the presentation to see what insects we can find.

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November 2019

5-Star Food Hygiene Safety Focus

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Bellbird Private Hospital Cafe in Blackburn South is Council’s 5-Star Food Safe business for November for achieving outstanding results in Council's food safety assessment.

Find out what other local businesses have achieved excellent star ratings by visiting ehealth.whitehorse.vic.gov.au

Snap Send Solve to Snap Send Win Have you heard of Snap Send Solve? It’s a free app for your iPhone or Android device that lets you provide feedback directly to Council.

This festive season it is also your go-to app for a chance to win one of ten $100 gift cards as part of the festive window competition.

Congratulations Bellbird Private Hospital Location: 190-198 Canterbury Road, Blackburn South Website: www.bellbirdprivatehospital.com.au Hours: 24 hours

Simply download the app and from Monday 25 November to Tuesday 24 December take a snap of your favourite festive window displays while you are out and about in Whitehorse for your chance to win.

More information www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/5-starwhitehorse-food-safe-program

More information www.wbiz.com.au

Nunawading Community Hub Takes Shape The transformation of the former Nunawading Primary School site into the new Nunawading Community Hub is now well advanced with the distinctive 'saw-tooth' shaped roofline and curved building perimeter clearly visible to people passing by.

The site is a hive of activity with the majority of trades working on all parts of the inside and outside of the

building structure. Installation of the roofing, façade, glazing and internal services such as electrical and mechanical systems are progressing. Restoration works to the heritage building are also continuing.

The broader Whitehorse community will also benefit from the diverse array of learning, social and recreational opportunities on offer from the hub.

The hub is expected to open to the community mid-2020.

The hub will be the new future home of Silver Grove, Nunawading user groups, including Council’s Meals on Wheels service. This service currently delivers 1200 meals to approximately 300 residents each week.

More information www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/nunawading-community-hub

Sustainability a Top Priority The Nunawading Community Hub is being built to achieve a 5-star Green Star rating by the Green Building Council of Australia.

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Low energy lighting with LED fittings throughout the building Use of natural and durable materials such as timbers and concrete with recycled content Planting in car park and recreation spaces to offset carbon footprint Restoration of the heritage building, including removal of all contaminants.

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Strategic Planning Projects Update Council's Strategic Planning Unit is part of the Planning and Building Department and is responsible for the development of planning policies and strategies.

The Unit also reviews the Whitehorse Planning Scheme, including amendments to the scheme.

To keep our community up to date with major strategic planning projects in Whitehorse, we publish this planning update twice each year.

More information www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/planning-and-building/whitehorse-planning-scheme Strategic Planning Unit on 9262 6303

Project: Whitehorse Tree Protection Controls

Project: Box Hill Metropolitan Activity Centre (MAC) – Vision and Strategic Direction Review

The interim tree protection controls applied across the municipality under a Significant Landscape Overlay were extended until 30 June 2020.

Council is seeking to introduce these controls on a permanent basis via Amendment C219.

Current status: Council received 307 submissions to the exhibition of the amendment which took place between July and August 2019. On 16 September 2019, Council asked for an independent planning panel to consider and review all the submissions received.

What is a Significant Landscape Overlay (SLO)?

Whitehorse has a number of SLOs that aim to identify significant landscapes as well as conserve and enhance these special areas in the municipality.

A review of the vision and longer term strategic direction for the MAC is underway. This work will update the 2007 Structure Plan and provide an urban design framework for Box Hill.

Project: Tally Ho Major Activity Centre A review was conducted into the most appropriate zoning for the Tally Ho Major Activity Centre to continue as a major business and employment hub.

Current status: The review showed that Tally Ho is well positioned to maintain its role as an employment hub within the municipality and broader region. On 26 August 2019, Council agreed to release the review for consultation with land owners and occupiers.

Current status: Council received 221 submissions from a range of community consultation activities, including an online survey and consultation sessions at the Town Hall and Box Hill Mall. These submissions are being reviewed and will be used to inform the next stage of the project.

What is an Activity Centre?

Activity centres are vibrant community hubs where people shop, work, meet, relax and often live.

Project: Heritage Assistance Fund Project: Former Healesville Freeway Reservation This amendment was initiated by VicRoads to make the section of the former freeway reserve between Springvale Road, Forrest Hill and Boronia Road, Vermont into public open space.

Current status: The amendment was approved by the Minister for Planning and gazetted on 26 July 2019.

Built Environment Awards 2019 The Built Environment Awards Program champions good planning and design outcomes and recognises the people who contribute towards them.

Current status: The Built Environment Awards event was held on 6 June 2019 at Deakin University, Burwood. The award winners can be viewed at www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/waste-environment/ sustainability/built-environment-awards

What are Heritage Overlays?

All municipalities in Victoria are covered by planning controls, which are prepared and administered by state and local government authorities. Heritage Overlays are an example of a planning control and cover places of local heritage significance as well as heritage precincts.

The Heritage Assistance Fund provides grants of up to $2000 to eligible home owners and occupiers to assist with the maintenance of their heritage properties.

Current status: Applications closed on 16 September 2019 and successful applicants will be notified by early November 2019.

Project: Heritage Controls 42-48 Glenburnie Road, Mitcham

Interim and permanent heritage protection controls were sought for this property.

Current status: Interim controls (Amendment C215) were gazetted on 16 May 2019 to allow the permanent controls to be exhibited.

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Whitehorse Carols Oh Come All Ye Faithful, to see Marina Prior and co!

Come celebrate a dazzling night of Carols with the iconic carols royalty Marina Prior, David Hobson and Michael Cormick leading this festive fair. Beloved children’s act The Mik Maks are back, followed by performances from the Box Hill Chorale, Box Hill City Band and the Combined Churches of North Blackburn. Santa and his elves will be available for photos from 4.30pm. The concert will be AUSLAN interpreted. Look out for the full program in December’s Whitehorse News.

When: Sunday 15 December Where: Whitehorse Civic Centre Precinct, Nunawading Food trucks and free rides: 4.30pm-9.20pm Concert: 5.30pm-9.30pm

November 2019

Brighten Up Your Midweek with a Matinee Show or Movie Midweek Matinee Season 2020 is your ticket to wonderful monthly entertainment at the Whitehorse Centre.

Live shows, Broadway hits and classic films are on offer at very affordable prices, including a complimentary morning tea.

This is a great opportunity to catch up with friends, and with discounts on groups of 10 or more, it is highly affordable, quality entertainment for both individuals and large community groups.

Live shows, 11am The Songs of Shirley Bassey on 12 February starring Danielle Matthews.

Salute to the ANZACS on 15 April with a talented cast including Roy Best and Jaz Flowers.

Oh Carole! on 17 June – a tribute to Carole King and Neil Sedaka.

Kings of the High Cs on 12 August celebrating the 'big 3' – Pavarotti, Domingo and Carreras.

The Songs of Rodgers & Hammerstein on 21 October – exquisite songs from the golden age of musicals.

Celebrate – The Sounds of a Whitehorse Christmas on 16 December – sing along to all your favourite carols.

Classic Films, 10am Singin' in the Rain (1951) on 18 March starring Gene Kelly and Debbie Reynolds.

The Wizard of Oz (1939) on 20 May – the family favourite that made Judy Garland a household name.

Gone with the Wind (1939) on 15 July – the sweeping Civil War-era romance that won 10 Academy Awards.

More information, full program and bookings www.whitehorsecentre.com.au 9262 6555

Spring Festival – That's a Wrap Thank you to all the amazing community groups who participated at Whitehorse Spring Festival on Sunday 20 October.

We hope you enjoyed all the special STEM learning activities and extraordinary performances.

Thank you to all who came and participated, we hope to see you all next year.

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WHITEHORSE ARTS CALENDAR SHOW Nova Music Theatre presents

The Wizard of Oz Until 10 November

Follow the yellow brick road and experience the magic of this beloved classic; the story of a young girl named Dorothy, who dreams of more than life on a small Kansas farm.

Contact the box office for performance details Cost: Full $45, Conc $42, Child $39, Group (10+) $39 Where: Whitehorse Centre

CLASSIC FILM

Road to Singapore Wednesday 6 November, 10am Morning tea commences at 9.15am

WORKSHOP

Paper Marbling Sunday 10 November, 10am-1pm

Master the technique of paper marbling to create stunning designs with beautiful colours and patterns.

Cost: $75 / 1 day Where: Box Hill Community Arts Centre

WORKSHOP

Functional Flatware Sunday 10 November, 10.30am-1.30pm

Hand-build your own unique organic free formed plates, trays or dishes to be used in your home. Clay, firing and glazing included.

Where: Box Hill Community Arts Centre

SHOW Utassy Ballet presents

Utassy proudly presents its 59th Season of annual junior and senior school performances.

The junior feature ballet is a heart-warming rendition of The Pied Piper and the senior feature ballet is the humorous Rue de Cadeaux.

Accompanying ballets include Welcome Dances, Celos, Coppelia variations and more.

COURSE

Family Weaving: Christmas wreaths Sunday 1 December, 10am-12pm

Get into the holiday spirit and learn different weaving techniques to make a unique Christmas wreath from materials sourced from nature.

Cost: $44 one adult and one child; $20 extra participant Where: Box Hill Community Arts Centre

Where: Whitehorse Artspace

WORKSHOP

Art Quilt Workshop – Make a Fabric Landscape Sunday 17 November, 11am-3pm

Have fun with colour and patterns and learn how to create your own original mini art quilt from layered fabrics.

Bookings essential for classes and courses.

Visit bhcac.com.au to view our full range of courses.

Alcove Art Shop – Christmas A’Fair 3 – 15 December Opening: Monday 2 December, 6pm-8pm

We invite you to join us for our annual Christmas A’Fair exhibition. Our local artisans will be showcasing an exciting range of handmade items, including ceramics, jewellery, paintings, sculptures, Christmas decorations, textiles and cards.

Where: Box Hill Community Arts Centre

WORKSHOP

Card Making for Christmas Sunday 8 December, 10am-12pm

Where: Whitehorse Centre

This exhibition will showcase exquisite hand-made and machine-stitched quilts from artists across Australia.

470 Station Street, Box Hill 9895 8888 www.bhcac.com.au

EXHIBITION

Cost: Tickets $19 - $35

Where: Whitehorse Centre

Where: Box Hill Community Arts Centre

The Whitehorse Art Collection is comprised of a prodigious selection of prints including woodblock prints, mono prints, etchings and linocuts. This exhibition includes a selection of stunning contemporary masterpieces.

Contact the box office for performance details

Cost: Full $8 Group (10+) $7

Students from Box Hill Community Art Centre’s adult painting courses have worked with tutor Hilmi Baskurt to create acrylic and oil paintings that will be showcased in this curated group exhibition.

19 November – 1 December

21 – 23 November

Bob Hope, Bing Crosby and Dorothy Lamour chart a course for comedy and romance.

Opening: Wednesday 6 November, 6pm-8pm

Impressions from the Whitehorse Art Collection

Where: Box Hill Community Arts Centre

14 November – 21 December

6 – 17 November

EXHIBITION

Annual Performance Season

Metamorphosis

Adults Painting Exhibition

Where: Box Hill Community Arts Centre

Cost: $55 / 1 day

EXHIBITION

EXHIBITION

Cost: $60 / 1 day

Rear of 397 Whitehorse Road, Nunawading Box Office 9262 6555 www.whitehorsecentre.com.au

WIN! Two double passes to see Celebrate – It's Christmas on Wednesday 18 December at 2pm are on offer this month. The first two people to call the Box Office on 9262 6555 at 10am on Wednesday 13 November will win.

Looking for a venue for your next meeting or event? Visit www.whitehorsecentre.com.au or email functions@ whitehorse.vic.gov.au for more information.

WORKSHOP

Botanical Paper Printing Sunday 24 November, 10am-1pm

Learn the basic principles of natural dyeing using paper, plant materials, metals and mordants using steam.

Cost: $90 / 1 day Where: Box Hill Community Arts Centre

Why not make your own handmade cards this year? In this workshop you will design and create personalised cards in time for the Christmas season.

Cost: $30 / 1 day Where: Box Hill Community Arts Centre

Located at Box Hill Town Hall, 1022 Whitehorse Road, Box Hill Hours: Tue to Fri 10am-4pm Sat 12pm-4pm www.whitehorseartspace.com.au

Ημέρα ελεύθερης εισόδου στο Κέντρο Youth Connexions

Giornata “porte aperte” a Youth Connexions

青少年活动中心（Youth Connexions）开放日

Ngày khai giảng của Youth Connexions

Πέμπτη 21 Νοεμβρίου, 4 μ.μ.-7 μ.μ.

Giovedì 21 novembre, 16.00-19.00

11月21日周四下午4点至7点

Thứ năm 21 Tháng 11, từ 4 giờ chiều đến 7 giờ tối

Γονείς, εκπαιδευτικοί και κάτοικοι της περιοχής προσκαλούνται να επισκεφθούν χωρίς ραντεβού το τοπικό κέντρο νέων του Whitehorse, Youth Connexions (Διασυνδέσεις Νέων), για να μάθουν τι προσφέρει το κέντρο για νέους ηλικίας 12 έως 25 ετών.

Genitori, insegnanti e membri della comunità sono invitati a visitare il centro locale d’accoglienza per i giovani di Whitehorse, Youth Connexions, per scoprire quello che il centro offre ai giovani dai 12 ai 25 anni d’età.

Το Youth Connexions είναι ανοιχτό καθημερινά για νέους από τις 2 μ.μ. έως τις 5 μ.μ. Συναντήστε τους Κοινωνικούς Λειτουργούς Νέων του Δήμου και μάθετε για όλες τις υπηρεσίες, πληροφορίες και εκδηλώσεις που προσφέρονται στους νέους στη ζωή σας. Το Κέντρο Youth Connexions βρίσκεται στο εμπορικό κέντρο Box Hill: Suite 2, Level 1, Main Street, Box Hill Central (Southern Building) Πληρωμή δόσης δημοτικών τελών Μια υπενθύμιση σε όλους τους φορολογούμενους του δήμου που πληρώνουν τα δημοτικά τέλη τους για το 2019/20 με δόσεις. Η δεύτερη δόση πρέπει να πληρωθεί τη Δευτέρα 2 Δεκεμβρίου 2019. Για επιλογές πληρωμής επισκεφθείτε το www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/yourrates ή τηλεφωνήστε στο 9262 6333.

Youth Connexions è aperto per i giovani nei giorni feriali dalle 14.00 alle 17.00.

Potrai incontrare gli operatori giovanili del Comune e saperne di più su tutti i servizi, le informazioni e le manifestazioni a disposizione dei giovani che fanno parte della tua vita.

Youth Connexions è situato nel centro commerciale di Box Hill: suite 2, livello 1, Main Street, Box Hill Central (edificio sud) Scadenza della rata delle tasse comunali Ricordiamo ai contribuenti che pagano a rate le loro tasse comunali per il 2019/20 che la seconda rata è dovuta entro lunedì 2 dicembre 2019.

Per le opzioni di pagamento, visita il sito www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ your-rates oppure chiama il 9262 6333.

诚邀家长、教师和社区居民来参观白 马市本地无需预约的青少年活动中心 （Youth Connexions），了解活动中 心为12岁至25岁青少年提供的各项 活动。 活动中心每周一至五下午2点至5点向 青少年开放。 开放日当天您会见到市议会青少年专 员，了解可为您关心的青少年能提供 的相关服务、信息和活动。 青少年活动中心设于Box Hill商场内， 地址是：Suite 2, Level 1, Main Street, Box Hill Central（南座）。 分期支付地税到期日 分期支付2019/20年地税的纳税人请 注意： 第二次分期付款的到期日是2019年12 月2日周一。 有关付款方式详情，请浏览网站 www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/yourrates或拨打电话9262 6333查询。

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Phụ huynh, giáo viên và thành viên cộng đồng được mời ghé thăm trung tâm thanh thiếu niên địa phương Whitehorse, Youth Connexions, để tìm hiểu những gì trung tâm đang giới thiệu cho giới trẻ tuổi từ 12 đến 25 tuổi.

Youth Connexions mở cửa các ngày trong tuần cho giới trẻ từ 2 giờ chiều đến 5 giờ chiều.

Gặp gỡ thành viên Youth Workers của Hội đồng thành phố và tìm hiểu tất cả các dịch vụ, thông tin và sự kiện đang giới thiệu cho con em trẻ của quý vị.

Youth Connexions nằm trong trung tâm mua sắm Box Hill: Suite 2, Tầng 1, Main Street, Box Hill Central (Southern Building) Hạn chót đợt trả tiền góp Một lời nhắc cho những người phải đóng lệ phí nhà, đang trả lệ phí cho năm 2019/20 theo các đợt trả góp.

Hạn chót đợt trả góp lần hai là vào thứ Hai ngày 2 tháng 12 năm 2019.

Để chọn lựa cách thanh toán, hãy truy cập www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ your-rates hoặc gọi số 9262 6333