Whitehorse News December 2021

WHITEHORSE NEWS

December 2021

Festive Season What’s on in Whitehorse for Christmas.

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Pavilion projects in Whitehorse Morton Park Pavilion (pictured) is complete and construction of the new pavilion at RHL Sparks Reserve has begun. More on page 13

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Council welcomes new Mayor

Strathdon House

The rising cost of waste

Caring for the Community

Congratulations to Mayor Cr Tina Liu! Page 2

The redevelopment is nearly complete.

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Have your say on Council’s Waste Management Strategy.

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Read more about young volunteer Marsha Lenin.

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Whitehorse makes history in Mayoral elections Continuing our strong tradition of female representation, Whitehorse City Council elected women to the positions of both Mayor and Deputy Mayor in November 2021.

Councillor Tina Liu was elected Mayor and Councillor Denise Massoud was elected Deputy Mayor. Both are experienced councillors, having served on Council for five and nine years respectively.

New Mayor Cr Tina Liu grew up in Box Hill and has spent most of her life in the area. She serves on the Whitehorse Business Group, the Eastern Alliance for Greenhouse Action (EAGA) Executive Committee and the Eastern Transport Coalition (Deputy Chair).

She is also an honorary advisor to the Melbourne Taiwanese Chamber of Commerce.

Accepting the role, Cr Liu spoke of her commitment to working together with her fellow Councillors, the administration and Whitehorse community.

She notes that the road ahead is one of recovery from the pandemic, with ongoing support for our community, and driving the revitalisation of Whitehorse.

She acknowledged her heritage and the importance of having Whitehorse’s diversity reflected in leadership roles.

Deputy Mayor, Cr Denise Massoud has served on Council for nine years. She is a Board Director and President for the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), a Deputy Chair for the Eastern Affordable Housing Alliance and is on the Executive Committee as Metro Vice President for the Australian Local Government Women’s Association. She is also a member of the Whitehorse Disability Advisory Committee and is particularly proud of her advocacy for lift access at Blackburn Station.

Outgoing Mayor, Cr Andrew Munroe, and outgoing Deputy Mayor, Cr Raylene Carr, were both commended by Councillors on their excellent service throughout 2021.

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Council’s long-term plans

Whitehorse 2040 Community Vision

Council’s work is guided by our strategic plans, which have been developed in partnership with our community.

We recently released three major plans that set out our objectives and actions for the Whitehorse community for the next four to 10 years.

L More information www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ corporate-documents

COUNCIL PLAN The Council Plan 2021-2025 details what we will deliver to the community, how we will deliver it and how we will measure our progress.

The plan will ensure Whitehorse continues to be a healthy, prosperous and sustainable community supported by strong leadership and community partnerships.

Major initiatives include: n affordable housing A planning policy

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Financial Plan 2021-2031

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Asset Plan 2021-2031

MUNICIPAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING PLAN Much of Council’s day to day work helps keep our community healthy and well, such as public health inspections and home care services.

The Whitehorse Health and Wellbeing Plan 2021-2025 draws together all of our work in a holistic and strategic approach to health and wellbeing.

Priorities:

Council Plan 2021-2025

Municipal Health and Wellbeing Plan 2021-2025

FINANCIAL PLAN The Financial Plan 2022-2031 provides a long-term view of the future resources and funding we’ll need to deliver our services, initiatives and projects over the next decade.

Highlights include: $2.37 billion operational budget Food and garden waste service Climate response plan

Mental wellbeing Arts events and programs

A gender equality action plan

New open space strategy

A sustainability strategy Physical activity A healthy ageing plan

Business support programs $744 million capital works program

Play space renewal Social and neighbourhood connection

Redeveloping Whitehorse performing arts centre Upgrading the Easy Ride Routes

Social inclusion, including digital inclusion

Redeveloping sports pavilions Developing the Pipetrack Shared Path

Climate change mitigation Strathdon House improvements

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Working for Whitehorse Helping our youth Whitehorse is proud to have a range of support services available for young people aged 12-25.

Youth Participation officer Jacqueline Piper is part of Council’s great Youth Services team.

“I’m based at Youth Connexions and run several youth participation programs,” she said. “I am also involved in various networks across the East and connect with youth organisations, Council departments and community groups to advocate for and support young people across all areas of their lives.”

Youth Connexions is Council’s youth information, support and referral centre based at Box Hill Central Shopping Centre.

“The team at Youth Connexions provide one-on-one support to all young people who utilise the centre.

These vary from young people seeking a safe space to hang out with friends after school to those with more complex needs. Issues that we support young people with are varied and include mental health, suicidal ideation, homelessness, drug and alcohol issues, LGBTIQA+ sexuality and gender identity, violence and safety.”

Jacqueline coordinates the Whitehorse Study Support Program, which is a free service that runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays to assist young people with their studies. She also coordinates young volunteers on the Whitehorse Youth Representative Committee and the Flying Pig Events FReeZA Committee. Jacqueline represents

Council on the Eastern Q-East Alliance, an organisation that supports and advocates for LGBTQIA+ people in the eastern suburbs. She also represents Youth Services on the Eastern Youth Representative Committee.

Jacqueline has been in youth work for 15 years in different Local Government Areas and communitybased organisations. Her interest in this line of work came from her desire to make a positive impact on the world and leave it in a better place.

“Young people have always been a big passion for me,” she said. “I am really lucky to be part of the Youth Services team here at Whitehorse.

We work together to create a positive environment as a team and this benefits us and the young people we support.”

Jacqueline’s job is rewarding, but it’s not without its challenges. “It can be difficult for people to understand what reality is like for young people from diverse and marginalised groups in our community and why they need our guidance.”

“Youth Services provide our young people with safe and inclusive spaces and opportunities to get involved world around them. We offer support and understanding of the issues they’re dealing with and provide consistency and reliability to their lives, which they may not get anywhere else.”

Whitehorse Council’s Youth Services is looking for young volunteers aged 12-25 to get involved in their local community in 2022.

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

L More information Jacqueline – 0408 356 997 jacqueline.piper@whitehorse.vic. gov.au

Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct The Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct redevelopment is nearly complete and will open to the public by mid-December.

The final steps of the redevelopment include the following landscaping works: ■ Replanting the apple orchard using grafted stock from the original orchard ■ Landscaping the gardens ■ A Nature Play area for children’s programs ■ An educational kitchen garden The iconic Strathdon windmill will be brought back to life to allow the blades to spin freely.

The redevelopment project incorporates sustainable building standards, actions and materials, including: ■ Using recycled or sustainable materials (such as Low Volatile Organic Components paint and FSC certified timber) where possible ■ Installing LED light fittings ■ Installing higher rating roof insulation to better control internal temperatures ■ Using local trades where possible Other sustainable measures that will assist with the effective operation of the site include a 5kW solar system to offset electricity consumption and a 13,000 litre rainwater storage tank used for toilet flushing and garden watering.

Council looks forward to welcoming our community to this new facility. Find out more about the official opening of Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct and other upcoming programs and events by visiting the website.

If you have specific questions about this project, please contact the project team.

L More information www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/strathdon strathdon@whitehorse.vic.gov.au

Do you have a passion for environmental sustainability, a keen interest in local heritage or enthusiasm for health and wellbeing?

Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct are calling for expressions of interest to be part of a volunteer team.

Applications open until 13 December.

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Diverting household rubbish from landfill Whitehorse has joined 14 councils in Melbourne’s south east to form a company that will transform how household rubbish is managed in our community.

The South East Metropolitan Advanced Waste Processing Pty Ltd will help Council deliver an advanced waste processing facility. The facility can process household rubbish, recovering valuable materials and producing energy from it, instead of burying it in landfill.

The facility is due to open in seven years.

This new company will be established as a special purpose vehicle (SPV).

“By signing up to the SPV we are strengthening our ability to secure the economic, environmental, and social benefits from the advanced waste processing facility,” said Mayor Cr Tina Liu. “This is a great solution for household rubbish that would normally go to landfill. We will still need to continue kerbside recycling and green and food waste collection services as part of a total approach to managing waste.”

Advanced waste processing facilities are currently being safely and reliably used around the world.

L More information www.mwrrg.vic.gov.au/ smartersolution

Have your say Share your ideas and provide feedback on issues and projects that matter to you!

Register as a user on Your Say Whitehorse to receive notifications of new consultations.

To sign up to Your Say Whitehorse, visit yoursay.whitehorse.vic.gov.au We want to hear from you – have your say today!

The rising cost of waste In 2018, we listened to your feedback and you helped us develop Rubbish to Resource!

- Whitehorse City Council’s 10 year Waste Management Strategy.

The Strategy confirmed our commitment to reducing the waste we send to landfill. We also undertook to review how we manage and communicate the cost of our waste services.

The costs of waste are rising faster than our rates revenue, putting pressure on Council’s ability to deliver other services and facilities.

We invite you to complete a survey and tell us what you think is fair and important in how we charge for waste.

Your feedback will guide a more detailed engagement program early next year on how we make waste charges more sustainable, transparent and fair.

L More information yoursay.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ the-rising-cost-of-waste

Suburban Rail Loop Council would like to thank everyone who participated in our recent Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) community engagement project.

Feedback received through the survey, forum and the community panel is now being reviewed.

Council will be use the information to develop a submission to the Victorian Government and advocate for the best possible outcomes for the Whitehorse community.

Submissions can be made directly to the Victorian Government until 16 December 2021 https://srleastees.vic.gov.au To stay up to date on Council’s submission and future advocacy activities register at yoursay. whitehorse.vic.gov.au/suburban-rail-loop

Other current consultations active on Your Say Whitehorse: ■

Nunawading, MegaMile and Mitcham Structure Plan – feedback closes Friday 10 December

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Strategic Planning Projects Council’s Strategic Planning Unit is part of the City Planning and Development Department. It prepares and implements planning policies and strategies.

The Unit 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.

Tree Protection Controls Amendment C219 This amendment implemented the Municipal Wide Tree Study and protects trees in residential areas. Amendment C219 replaced tree protection controls that were in place since February 2018 for land in the Significant Landscape Overlay Schedule 9 (SLO9).

Current status: SLO9 an interim measure while the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) completes a review. Across Victoria, a state-wide approach to tree protection controls and consultation by DELWP is due to commence this year. Council will seek to extend the interim SLO9 controls if the State government work is not completed and implemented by 24 June 2022.

Heritage Assistance Fund (HAF) The annual fund provides grants of up to $2000 to eligible home owners and occupiers to help with the maintenance of their heritage properties. The total budget for the fund is $40,000.

Current status: Applications for the 2021/22 round of the HAF closed on 29 September 2021. 39 applications were received and have been reviewed by the Heritage Steering Committee in October. 23 projects have been awarded funding.

Residential Corridors Built Form Study The Residential Corridors Built Form Study includes draft development guidelines for areas along Burwood Highway and Whitehorse Road that are located in the Residential Growth Zone (RGZ).

Current status: The Study was adopted by Council in January 2019. Amendment C220 was authorised by the Minister for Planning in February 2021. However, the conditions of authorisation have been reviewed against the intent of the Study and a response to the conditions was considered by Council on 20 September 2021. Council has submitted a revised planning scheme amendment to the Minister for Planning for re-authorisation.

Infrastructure and Development Contributions Framework The Framework looks at factors that drive change and development in the municipality. It reviews the infrastructure needs of the municipality and how contributions from new development may be used to help deliver infrastructure projects that benefit our community.

Current status: Information gathered for the Stage One report has determined that Council has a sound basis for the introduction of an infrastructure funding mechanism. On 20 September, Council decided to proceed to Stage Two of the project to prepare a municipal wide Development Contributions Plan (DCP) to consider at a future meeting. It will need to progress through a planning scheme amendment process before it can be implemented.

Council Alliance for a Sustainable Built Environment (CASBE) – Elevating Environmentally Sustainable Development Targets Council is part of CASBE and has joined 30 other Victorian councils on a collaborative research project to elevate environmentally sustainable development (ESD) targets. The goal of the project is for zero net emissions in new developments.

Current status: Council has signed up to the first stage of the project. Stage 1 will develop technical evidence, a cost benefit analysis and include legal input. Stage 2 will involve a planning scheme amendment process and advocacy to Victorian and Federal Governments, however there has been no commitment by councils to participate in Stage 2 at this point. The findings of Stage 1 will be reported to Council for consideration before deciding whether to participate in a future planning scheme amendment.

Nunawading/Megamile East and Mitcham Activity Centres – Update to Structure Plan The Nunawading/MegaMile East Major Activity Centre and Mitcham Neighbourhood Activity Centre Structure Plan was adopted by Council in 2008. A Background Review in 2018 looked at the changes that have occurred in the 10 years since the Plan’s adoption and will inform an update to the Structure Plan.

Current status: Consultants were appointed last year to assist with updating the Structure Plan, however the impacts of the COVID-19 caused delays.

The community will be asked to contribute at each stage of the project. Initial consultation has commenced on Your Say Whitehorse with the release of a discussion paper.

Visit yoursay.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ nunawading-megamile-mitcham to register your interest and stay informed of the structure plan review process.

Submissions for this first round of consultation will close on 10 December 2021.

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

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Takeover Melbourne

Festive season supports for families

Ella from Burwood has been named as one of the winners of the 2021 Takeover Melbourne program.

The Festive Season can sometimes be a stressful and emotional time for families and many of the usual services that might usually be relied upon may be temporarily closed.

Ella’s story focused on spending time on a farm, and how this helped her connect with her neighbours during lockdown.

Takeover Melbourne creates a powerful platform for young Melburnians to be heard.

Here are a few services to contact during this time:

High school aged students are invited to share a story about their life and submit it to the Takeover Melbourne Competition. Whitehorse is proud to be involved in this initiative.

Parentline (8am-midnight) 13 22 89 Counselling and support for parents and carers, every day of the year, including public holidays.

Extract from Ella’s story We don’t really get to know our neighbours in the city/suburbs, and people don’t talk as much, especially in lockdown.

My next-door neighbour is 95 years’ old and we started checking in with each other throughout the pandemic.

I’ve realised, there’s a whole community out there just waiting for you, you just have to start talking!

The Takeover Melbourne winners will be showcased on ABC throughout December so keep an ear out for their stories on ABC Radio Melbourne and the ABC Listen App. L More information abc.net.au/takeover

Young Person of the Month – Olivia Gargano We all have the same number of hours in a day, but Olivia Gargano makes the most out of every one of them.

At 12 years old, Olivia is an accomplished athlete and participates in Karate and both Inline and Ice Hockey.

She found her love for Karate at age 5 and is currently a Black Belt, working towards her 1st Dan. In 2020 she was selected to be part of the State Victorian Team Squad, and this year was selected to represent Victoria at the Karate Nationals in both Kata and Kumite.

Earlier this year, Olivia set her sights on being a Goaltender for Inline and Ice Hockey.

Starting in March, she has

Olivia puts 100 per cent into all her pursuits and her hard work has certainly paid off.

COVID presented setbacks, including both her National competitions being cancelled.

Maternal and Child Health Advisory Line (24 hours) 13 22 29 MCH App Free from our app store Child health tips and advice on your phone Nurse on Call (24 hours) 1300 606 024

worked incredibly hard and was selected to represent Victoria at the Inline Hockey Nationals.

Olivia’s passion and dedication is second to none, training seven days a week. Her busy schedule doesn’t get in the way of her schoolwork – Olivia was selected as STEM leader for her Grade 6 class and is also a house captain. She is an accomplished flute player, participating in flutations and windchimes groups at school with frequent solos to perform. She is currently studying for her grade 4 exam.

Kids helpline (24 hours) 1800 551 800 www.kidshelpline.com.au Kids (5-12), teens and young adults (13-25), parents and carers, free phone and online counselling

Lifeline (24 hours) 13 11 14 Crisis support and suicide prevention Opening Doors (24 Hours) 1800 825 955 Housing and homelessness support Orange Door Box Hill 1800 354 322 Family violence response Safe Steps (24 Hours) 1800 015 188 Family Violence Response But Olivia persevered through every challenge, using it as an opportunity to get fitter and better at home.

Olivia is a great role model for her peers with a fantastic outlook on life.

DirectLine (24 Hours) 1800 888 236 Alcohol and drug counselling and referral Headspace Hawthorn – 9006 6500 Knox – 9801 6088 Youth mental health service for 12–25 year olds

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Christmas is finally here!

Celebrate the festive season with a variety of fun activities around Whitehorse that the whole family can enjoy.

Christmas Movie Night – Home Alone Pack the popcorn, don your reindeer antlers and enjoy a family night of cinema and music under the stars of Box Hill. Pre-show entertainment begins at 7pm, followed by the film at sundown.

Food and drinks will be available.

Movie – Home Alone An eight-year-old troublemaker must protect his house from a pair of burglars when he is accidentally left home alone by his family during Christmas vacation.

L More information www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ festivals-and-events

When: 7.30pm, Friday 10 December

Christmas Treasure Hunt Have you got a keen eye? Follow the location clues in a Christmas Treasure Hunt around Whitehorse.

Santa’s elves will be hiding some very exciting prizes around the municipality in the lead up to Christmas. To play, you’ll need to follow our Whitehorse Festivals page on Facebook, where daily clues to the treasures will be posted. The first person to arrive at the location where the treasure is hidden gets to keep it!

Don’t worry if you miss out – people who arrive later can scan a QR code to enter into a second chance draw to win a prize at the end of the program.

When: 1-24 December

L More information www.facebook.com/WhitehorseFestivalSeason

Council will announce more festival events soon – follow us on Facebook to discover what is coming soon! www.facebook.com/ WhitehorseFestivalSeason

Where: Box Hill Gardens

Celebrate sustainably this Christmas Did you know that we can generate up to 50 per cent more waste during Christmas?

Christmas is a time to celebrate and indulge, but it’s important to be mindful of our environmental impact.

Here are some tips to reduce your waste at Christmas: ■ Use a living Christmas tree or a potted plant ■ Plan your meals ahead of time and only buy what you need.

Compost what you don’t use, and store leftovers in reusable Tupperware in the fridge or freezer, or send friends and family home with some meals!

■ Avoid plastic, shiny or glittery wrapping paper – opt for recycled brown paper or other paper-based wrapping paper. Reuse old wrapping paper, ribbon, twine, gift bags or boxes you already have at home.

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When shopping for gifts, consider donating to charity, purchasing second-hand items or experiences rather than ‘things’.

Shop from local, sustainable retailers where possible.

Re-gift unwanted presents or donate them to charity.

Recycle responsibly – become familiar with what items can and can’t be disposed in your bins. www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ what-can-go-my-bin

If you have additional recyclables, you can drop them off at Council’s Recycling and Waste Centre. www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ recycling-and-waste-centre L More information www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ rubbish-recycling

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Think Local Buy Local with your Christmas feasting Christmas is a time for many of us to share a meal with our loved ones. This Christmas in particular will be extra special as we celebrate life going back to normal.

This festive season is the perfect time to support local, and what better place to start than with food?

Purchasing local, seasonal produce is great for the community and the environment, and Victoria is one of the world’s best food bowls.

Melbourne prides itself on the variety and quality of readily-available fresh produce.

Whitehorse is home to many great farmers markets, food hubs and collectives and has a range of local greengrocers and butchers. To see what Grocers, Farmers and Craft Markets are local to you, visit: ■ www.whitehorsefarmersmarket.com.au ■ www.artsnunawading.org.au ■ www.boxhillcentral.com.au/stores/box-hillfruit-market

If you are still unable to visit stores in person, many local providers have adopted contactless pick up and home delivery options during the pandemic.

Special items like hams, seafood, puddings and berries can be hard to source in the week before Christmas. Pre-ordering with your local grocer or butcher will ensure your family will enjoy the best of the season’s bounty on your Christmas table.

To find more local providers visit the Whitehorse Supporting Local Map www. whitehorse.vic.gov.au/about-council/news/ coronavirus-covid-19-response/whitehorseopen-business While you are out and about, check out the festive windows and entertainment dotted throughout precincts! Don’t miss our Christmas treasure hunt.

L More information www.wbiz.com.au

Buy local for festive cheer Selected retail precincts are getting a festive makeover in December with beautifully handpainted window decorations. Shop locally and keep an eye out for pop-up music and singing performances, including roving jazz and rock bands and local music choirs and more. For dates and locations, head to www.wbiz.com.au Below: Itchy Feet Pep Band. Image credit by Antony Sutherland Music

Whitehorse Christmas Markets Come along to the Whitehorse Christmas Markets and shop for all your festive needs.

Both the Farmers Market and Arts Market will be held throughout the day during the following times: When: Sunday 12 December ■ 7.30am to 12.30pm: Rotary Whitehorse Farmers Market ■ 1pm to 5pm: Arts Nunawading Market Where: Whitehorse Civic Centre Precint COVID safe measures will be in place to ensure the safety of the community.

L More information www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ whats-happening-whitehorse

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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.

Cootamundra Ward

Eley Ward

Elgar Ward

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

Trudy Skilbeck 0435 188 822 trudy.skilbeck@whitehorse.vic.gov.au

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

Lake Ward

Mahoneys Ward

Denise Massoud – Deputy Mayor 0409 230 499 denise.massoud@whitehorse.vic.gov.au

Mark Lane 0435 387 526 mark.lane@whitehorse.vic.gov.au

Whitehorse City Council is divided into 11 single-councillor wards.

Our Councillors have been elected to serve until October 2024.

Community Briefs 5-Star Food Safe Program Smart Brown Catering in Box Hill is Council’s 5-Star Food Safe business for December for achieving outstanding results in Council’s food safety assessment.

Find out about other local businesses that achieved excellent star ratings by visiting www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ ehealth-portal Smart Brown Catering Location: 1022 Whitehorse Road, Box Hill Website: www.smartbrown.com.au Phone: 0413 605 879

Youth music showcase Musicians aged 12-25 years are invited to perform live at Box Hill mall.

The Whitehorse FReeZA Committee Flying Pig Events will organise everything for you, including promotion.

Performances will be held at the Activation Pod every month on a Wednesday. Musicians can perform for up to 30 minutes.

Apply now at https://bit. ly/3i9lfhY Instagram and Facebook: @youth_connexions L More information committee@freeza.whitehorse.org.au Jac – 0408 356 997

The weather has been improving and there is a real feeling of things returning to more enjoyable times for so many of us.

I hope everyone is enjoying the benefits. I spoke with a resident who had not been able to catch up with grandchildren for months. Their greatest wish was for a hug and it has now happened. Many are catching up with friends and family and smiles and laughter are shining though.

The new pavilion at Morton Park was officially opened on 3 November 2021 via a virtual Zoom meeting. It is a wonderful facility and deserved a much greater celebration. As the summer season progresses the pavilion will provide great facilities for supporters and participants.

On Remembrance Day, I chose to lay a wreath at the Blackburn cenotaph and took a few moments of silence with locals who attended. I was privileged to be joined there by Tony Bowden, a past president for Box Hill RSL for many years, Glenda Veale, Treasurer for Blackburn RSL and her father, Mr Ron Jackson. It was a special day.

I hope everyone is ready for a Christmas break with family and friends. I think we all deserve a great break after the tumultuous two years we have gone through.

It has been a rewarding yet challenging first year of this council term. Amazingly busy in a time of lockdowns; I am well and truly over online meetings.

It was great to visit Brentford Square recently with the Council CEO to review progress of the upgrade works, which are looking good. It is time to pay a visit and do some shopping, have a meal, or just pick up some supplies.

I recently visited Strathdon Homestead and was pleased to meet Bruce and Fran Miller.

Bruce is a great grandson of Charles and Mary Matheson who were the first of the Matheson family who named and called Strathdon their home. What a brilliant job on the restoration works and the great blending of the new and the old, whilst maintaining the old world charm.

Recent storms have created challenges for some residents. If a street tree is compromised please report using the Snap Send Solve app on your smart phone.

The recent Sports Awards and the Business Awards were both held virtually this year.

Congratulations to all nominees and award recipients for their fantastic efforts and participation with in the city.

I wish everyone a special Christmas and holiday season and continued good health.

Take care and enjoy the festive break.

Denise L-> R Tony Bowden, Cr Massoud and Glenda Veale

Ron Jackson, 97yrs. 2/14th Australian Field Regiment

Above: Cr Lane with Bruce Miller, Fran Miller and Cr Carr.

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

Kingsley Ward

Walker Ward

Simpson Ward

Cr Amanda McNeill 0435 158 360 amanda.mcneill@whitehorse.vic.gov.au

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

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

Sparks Ward

Wattle Ward

Terrara Ward

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

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

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

It is a honour being elected as Mayor and I look forward to working with the community in the year ahead.

Suburban Rail Loop The Suburban Rail Loop Environmental Effects Statement (EES) for SRL East is available for public view and comment until 11.59pm on Thursday 16 December 2021.

Visit https://bigbuild.vic.gov.au/projects/ suburban-rail-loop/planning/ees Council recently held online community forums to provide more information on the project and to hear any concerns from our community, which will be taken into consideration as part of Council’s EES submission.

Whitehorse Council, along with the Councils in SRL East, is jointly advocating to the Minister for Transport Infrastructure and the Suburban Rail Loop around better engagement with Councils, the community, clarity over the project precinct boundary and connectivity and integration.

Planning Reforms The State Government has made a number of changes to the Victorian Planning System in the past 18 months, with significant planning reform being considered and undertaken as part of the Planning Reform Program 2020-2024.

Council is advocating to the Minister for Planning for consultation with Councils and the broader community to ensure transparency and consistency in the planning framework.

Given the extensive strategic work occurring in Whitehorse, it is imperative that proposed State planning reforms go through the proper consultation processes to ensure that it supports local planning policies and better outcomes for the community.

With restrictions easing, I had the pleasure of attending a number of community events - it is great to see the energy and vibrancy return to Whitehorse. I hope that everyone has a lovely festive season. Take care, stay safe and see you in the New Year!

Suburban Rail Loop Currently, the State Government is seeking feedback on the Suburban Rail Loop as part of the Environmental Effects Statement (EES).

Responses to the EES are due by 11.59pm on 16 December 2021.

The project impacts Box Hill and Burwood, so if you live nearby, please make a submission.

Council is planning a response to the EES as well, so please share your views with me so I can effectively represent you.

Budget 2022/2023 Council is now starting to prepare the Budget for 2022/2023 which includes a consideration of rates, fees, charges, operational expenditure and capital expenditure.

I invite you to please contact me if you have a view on the level of rates, and areas of service that we can increase or streamline.

In my view rates should be as low as possible, and I will work towards this aim.

Streetscape additions Council has undertaken additional street tree plantings during the course of the year in order to improve the level of tree canopy cover in years to come.

If you would like a tree planted at your nature-strip, and Council has not planted in your area, please make a request by emailing customer.service@whitehorse.vic.gov.au Whitehorse Festive Season With COVID-19 restrictions now relaxed, Council’s Festive Season can recommence.

For details on the festive season activities, please visit www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ festivals-and-events There is still time for you to join in our Christmas treasure hunt!

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I would like to congratulate Cr Tina Liu as the new Mayor of Whitehorse City Council. Cr Liu was elected as Mayor on Monday 8 November and has already shown she is more than capable of taking on this challenging and important role. Cr Massoud was elected Deputy Mayor.

As outgoing Deputy Mayor, I would like to thank residents, Council Executive and staff as well as my Council colleagues for their support over the past 12 months.

Unfortunately, due to COVID the year was relatively quiet as far as events were concerned, however, I considered it an absolute honour to serve as the inaugural Deputy Mayor of Whitehorse during 2021.

On Sunday 14 November on a cold and blistery day I walked in a hailstorm to the opening of the State Government funded shared use bike trail connecting Camel Corner in Wantirna to Morack Road, Vermont South. The Mayor of Whitehorse, Cr Tina Liu and myself joined The Hon. Shaun Leane and Jackson Taylor MP and along with members of MEBug and Whitehorse Cyclists to cut the ribbon to officially open the bike trail.

This was a small but wonderful celebration of a fantastic improvement for cyclists and road users. This path allows cyclists and pedestrians to safely cycle/walk along Burwood Highway. It also allows motorists to drive along the busy Burwood Highway without the challenges of negotiating with cyclists. A win for all.

I wish you all a very Happy Christmas and may everyone’s New Year be much better than our last. Take care everyone and please, party safely.

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“The Elgar Ward is one of the most diverse of all the wards in Whitehorse. We are home to two major hospitals, Box Hill Tafe and the iconic Box Hill Gardens with its war memorials. Our homes vary from high-rise apartment buildings, grand homes in the picturesque bush suburban zone north of Belmore road, to modest yet proudly presented 1960s brick veneer homes set in formal gardens. From the hustle and bustle of Central Box Hill to Mont Albert North, our population is as diverse as the built environment. The community is an active one and is supported by many successful community sporting clubs, faith-based groups/churches and vital not-for-profit community groups such as Greenlink Indigenous Nursery and Scouts.”

– Cr Blair Barker

New state and federal electoral boundaries STATE Victoria’s Electoral Boundaries Commission (EBC) has released new state electoral boundaries that will come into operation at the next state election in November 2022.

The EBC reviews electoral boundaries and regularly adjusts them to make sure each electorate has about the same number of enrolled voters. This gives Victorians equal representation in Parliament.

Comparing the existing boundaries with the new ones, a total of 910,384 electors (21.28 per cent of all electors) have been transferred to different districts. The redivision has also replaced nine existing districts with nine new ones.

You can see if your district has changed by using the Victorian State Electoral Boundaries interactive map https://maps.ebc.vic.gov.au L More information www.ebc.vic.gov.au

FEDERAL A federal boundary redistribution came into effect in Victoria in late July 2021.

This was a separate process conducted by the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC).

If your federal electoral division has changed as a result of the redistrubtion, you do not need to take any action.

The AEC will transfer you to the new electoral roll for your new division and will notify you that your electoral division has changed.

You can find out if your electoral division has changed by checking your enrolment online at https://check.aec.gov.au L More information www.aec.gov.au/Electorates/ Redistributions/2021/vic/index.html

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December 2021

Pavilion projects underway in Whitehorse MORTON PARK PAVILION

RHL SPARKS RESERVE (WEST) PAVILION

Council launched the new Morton Park South Pavilion in early November.

Works have kicked off on the sporting new pavilion at RHL Sparks Reserve (West).

This new facility was designed to create an inclusive sporting environment and support the growth of recreation participation in Whitehorse, particularly through female participation. It has unisex facilities, unisex umpires’ rooms, a dedicated first aid room and covered spectator area.

Council received $500,000 from the Victorian Government’s World Game Facilities Fund for the project.

The redevelopment took place over many COVID lockdowns which contributed to construction delays and material supply issues. Council persisted and the pavilion is now ready to be used and loved by the community.

Current works to date include: ■ Site scrape, set out and preparation of building foundations ■ New access driveway to the west of the site underway ■ Installation of plumbing and electrical services The new pavilion will feature female-friendly change rooms, a kiosk, toilets, spectator viewing area and car park reconfiguration.

Works are expected to be completed in June 2022.

Burwood Highway shared user path The Burwood Highway shared user path was recently completed and has opened for use.

The new path is an all-weather, offroad connection from Morack Road to the Eastlink Trail.

The new path was funded by the Victorian Government through the $100 million Safer Cyclists and Pedestrian Program. It will provide a safe off-road route for cyclists and

pedestrians, enhance the local cycling corridor and connect the Eastlink Trail and the Dandenong Creek Trail.

The path spans Whitehorse and Knox City Councils.

L More information www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/ planning-and-projects/ melbourne-road-projects/ burwood-highway-shareduse-path

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December 2021

Caring for the Community Celebrating International Volunteer Day Box Hill South’s Marsha Lenin gets immense joy from volunteering when she sees a smile on the face of someone she has helped.

“It inspires me to do even better and to work even harder to improve the quality of my community,” Marsha said.

The 17-year-old volunteers as secretary on the committee of Council’s FReeZA Flying Pig Events which organises supervised drug and alcohol-free music and cultural events for local young people.

Marsha’s role involves communication and organisation. She works with the committee and local businesses to host events for young people.

“Over the past two years, I have helped organise events including trivia, mindfulness events, art, and music showcases, and recently, the Battle of The Bands. Most of these occurred during the lockdown, and the fact that we have successfully executed them using online platforms is an awesome achievement in itself,” Marsha said.

Marsha volunteers because she wants to make a difference in her community.

“I want to help the youth in Whitehorse feel safe and included in everything we do. I aim to help upgrade Whitehorse into a place that is welcoming of people from all backgrounds.”

Sunday 5 December is International Volunteer Day. At Council we are proud to have over 300 active volunteers, making an invaluable contribution to the community.

Be a voice for our community We are calling for expressions of interest to join two advisory committees.

WHITEHORSE DISABILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE This committee advises Council on systemic, structural, cultural and social barriers important to the lives of people with disability.

We encourage expressions of interest from people in Whitehorse who: ■ have lived experience of disability ■ are family members of people with disability ■ represent local disability and mental health service providers L More information www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/wdac

Our volunteers help with programs such as Meals on Wheels, Environmental Education, Gardens for Wildlife, an Interfaith Network, a range of advisory committees, and soon at Strathdon House. Put simply, Council could not deliver the breadth of programs it does, if it was not for our dedicated and passionate volunteers.

L More information www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ volunteers

WHITEHORSE RECONCILIATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE This committee gives strategic advice to Council on recognition and reconciliation issues relating to Council initiatives, services, activities, functions and facilities.

Expressions of interest are encouraged from Aboriginal people, service providers, community representatives, government departments and other organisations.

L More information www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/wrac The term of these committees is four years.

Expressions of interest close 11 February 2021.

For help, contact Council’s Community Development Officer Maureen D’Arcy on 9262 6516 or Maureen.D’Arcy@whitehorse.vic.gov.au

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December 2021

WHITEHORSE CALENDAR

Schwerkolt Cottage and Museum Complex is now open!

PERFORMING ARTS Celebrate the Sounds of a Whitehorse Christmas The Gaslight Company return with all your favourite Christmas carols along with some contemporary Christmas songs. Don’t miss this fun show laced with beautiful singing that will truly leave you in the Christmas spirit!

When: Wednesday 8 December 11am, complimentary morning tea served from 10am Where: Stairway, Vermont Cost: $20 Group (10+) $18

DONATE TO THE WHITEHORSE CHRISTMAS GIFT APPEAL Help families in need this festive season and make a donation to the Whitehorse Christmas Gift Appeal.

Each year, Whitehorse City Council collects toys for the Eastern Emergency Relief Network. This is a generous way to spread some Christmas joy to people doing it tough.

SEASON 2022 Season 2022 is coming soon! Sign up to our eNews or connect with us on Facebook for full details of our engaging and immensely popular theatre and music program. Go to www.whitehorsecentre.com.au Make sure you’re on our mailing list if you would like to receive a copy of our 2022 brochure.

Need a Christmas gift?

Give the gift of great entertainment by purchasing one of our gift vouchers! Our gift vouchers can be conveniently emailed to you or your recipient. They are valid for three years and can be used to purchase tickets to any show on sale with Whitehorse Tickets.

More information: 9262 6590 orwww.whitehorsecentre.com.au

SCHWERKOLT COTTAGE AND MUSEUM COMPLEX

Schwerkolt Cottage is a historic museum complex surrounded by 2.25 hectares of bushland.

Established in 1884, the historical buildings, walking tracks, cottage garden, barbecue area and family playground are the perfect place to explore early Colonial history in Whitehorse.

The Complex is located on Deep Creek Road in Mitcham and will be open to visitors from 2pm to 5pm every Saturday and Sunday and most public holidays.

This is a popular appeal that attracts much generosity from Whitehorse residents and businesses. So, make 2021 your year to donate and bring some festive cheer to those in need.

Drop your donation off at one of Council’s three service centres at Whitehorse Civic Centre, Forest Hill Chase or Box Hill Town Hall.

Donations are open until 17 December.

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

Council has a booking system for the Public Immunisation Program.

To make a booking, please phone 9262 6197. Those without a booking will not be vaccinated.

Scan the QR code for the immunisation schedule:

You will be asked to provide proof of vaccination status upon entry to many Council facilities.

More information: www.whitehorse.vic.gov/ schwerkolt-cottage

Donations of new, unwrapped, toys will be distributed to over 140 member aid agencies in EERN’s network in time for people in need this Christmas.

EERN receives no government funding and relies solely on local volunteers and donors.

Domestic violence support groups, welfare groups, emergency housing, refugee support youth groups and trauma recovery programs are many of the aid agencies in EERN’s network.

KIDS IMMUNISATIONS

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

Pruning will occur in Blackburn North and annual streets during December.

Whitehorse News is available online Read it online at www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ whitehorse-news or scan the QR code to subscribe

Following an Energy Safe Victoria audit, pruning works will be taking place in multiple suburbs. Council will notify affected properties in line with regulatory requirements.

Pruning is done in accordance with the Electric Safety (Electric Line Clearance) Regulations 2020 and also with Council’s Electric Line Clearance Management Plan.

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

选出新的市长和副市长

Tina Liu 市议员当选为 Whitehorse City Council 新一 任市长。Denise Massoud 市 议员当选为副市长。 Liu 议员致力于与其他市议 员、行政部门和 Whitehorse 社区一起努力，帮助 Whitehorse 在疫后复苏并达 成振兴。

即将离任的 Andrew Munroe 市长和 Raylene Carr 副市长 在2021年期间的出色表现受 到了市议员们的赞扬。 市议会的各项长期计划

市议会最近公布了三项主要 计划，为 Whitehorse 社区制 定了未来4-10年的目标和行 动。 市议会计划：主要倡议包括 负担得起的住房规划政策、 性别平等行动计划、可持续 性发展战略、健康长寿计划 和游戏空间更新计划。 健康和福利计划：优先事项 包括心理健康、身体活动、 社交和邻里联系、社会包容 （包括数字包容）和减缓气 候变化。

财政计划：主要重点包括7.44 亿澳元的基本工程项目和23.7 亿澳元的运营预算⸺这项 预算将用于食品和花园垃圾 收集处理服务、气候应对计 划、艺术活动和项目、新移 民和难民支持以及商业支持 项目。 详情请浏览网站：

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Bầu chọn Thị trưởng và Phó thị trưởng mới

Εκλογή νέου Δημάρχου και Αντιδημάρχου

Elezione della nuova Sindaca e della Vice sindaca

Ủy viên (Uv) hội đồng Tina Liu đã được bầu chọn làm Thị trưởng của Whitehorse City Council. Ủy viên hội đồng Denise Massoud được bầu chọn làm Phó Thị trưởng.

Η σύμβουλος Tina Liu εξελέγη ως η νέα Δήμαρχος του Whitehorse City Council. Η σύμβουλος Denise Massoud εξελέγη ως Αντιδήμαρχος.

La Consigliera Tina Liu è stata eletta alla carica di nuova Sindaca del Whitehorse City Council. La Consigliera Denise Massoud è stata eletta Vice sindaca.

Uv Liu cam kết làm việc với những Ủy viên đồng sự của bà, ủy ban hành chính và cộng đồng Whitehorse để hồi phục lại sau đại dịch và làm việc để đem lại sức sống mới cho Whitehorse.

Cựu Thị trưởng, Uv Andre Munroe, và phó Cựu Thị trưởng, Uv Raylene Carr, được các Ủy viên đề cử là đã hoàn thành xuất sắc nhiệm vụ của họ trong suốt năm 2021.

Những kế hoạch-lâu dài của Hội đồng Gần đây Hội đồng đã đưa ra ba kế hoạch chính để bắt đầu những mục tiêu và hành động của chúng ta cho cộng đồng Whitehorse vào 4-10 năm tới.

Kế hoạch của Hội đồng: Những sáng kiến chủ chốt bao gồm chính sách lập kế hoạch nhà ở giá cả phải chăng, kế hoạch hành động vì công bằng về giới, chiến lược bền vững, kế hoạch cao niên khỏe mạnh và làm mới không gian vui chơi.

Kế hoạch Sức khỏe và Sự an lành: Những ưu tiên gồm có sức khỏe tinh thần, hoạt động thể chất, kết nối xã hội và láng giềng, hòa nhập xã hội (kể cả việc hòa nhập về mặt kỹ thuật số) và giảm thiểu sự thay đổi thời tiết.

Kế hoạch tài chính: Những nét nổi bật chính gồm có chương trị trị giá 744 triệu đô Úc và ngân sách hoạt động 2,37 tỉ đô Úc sẽ được dùng cho dịch vụ rác thải thực phẩm và rác thải vườn, kế hoạch đáp ứng thời tiết, các sự kiện nghệ thuật và các chương trình dành cho người mới đến và hỗ trợ người tị nạn và các chương trình hỗ sợ kinh doanh.

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Η Σύμβουλος Liu έχει δεσμευτεί να συνεργαστεί με τους Συμβούλους συναδέλφους της, τη διοίκηση και την κοινότητα του Whitehorse για την ανάκαμψη μετά την πανδημία και να εργαστεί για την αναζωογόνηση του Whitehorse. Ο απερχόμενος Δήμαρχος, Σύμβουλος Andrew Munroe, και η απερχόμενη Αντιδήμαρχος, Σύμβουλος Raylene Carr, επαινέθηκαν από τους Δημοτικούς Συμβούλους για την εξαιρετική προσφορά τους κατά το 2021.

Τα μακροπρόθεσμα σχέδια του Δήμου Ο Δήμος δημοσίευσε πρόσφατα τρία μεγάλα σχέδια που καθορίζουν τους στόχους και τις ενέργειές μας για την κοινότητα του Whitehorse για τα επόμενα 4-10 χρόνια. Σχέδιο του Δήμου: Οι σημαντικότερες πρωτοβουλίες περιλαμβάνουν μια πολιτική σχεδιασμού για οικονομικά προσιτή στέγαση, ένα σχέδιο δράσης για την ισότητα των φύλων, στρατηγική βιωσιμότητας, σχέδιο υγιούς γήρανσης και ανανέωση του χώρου παιχνιδιού. Σχέδιο για την Υγεία και την Ευημερία: Οι προτεραιότητες περιλαμβάνουν την ψυχική ευημερία, σωματική δραστηριότητα, την κοινωνική και γειτονική σύνδεση, την κοινωνική ένταξη (συμπεριλαμβανομένης της ψηφιακής ένταξης) και τον μετριασμό των επιπτώσεων της κλιματικής αλλαγής. Οικονομικό Σχέδιο: Τα βασικά σημεία περιλαμβάνουν το πρόγραμμα κεφαλαιακών έργων αξίας 744 εκατομμυρίων δολαρίων και τον επιχειρησιακό προϋπολογισμό 2,37 δισεκατομμυρίων δολαρίων, ο οποίος θα διατεθεί για την υπηρεσία αποβλήτων τροφίμων και κήπου, το σχέδιο αντιμετώπισης της κλιματικής αλλαγής, καλλιτεχνικές εκδηλώσεις και προγράμματα, νεοαφιχθέντα άτομα και υποστήριξη προσφύγων και προγράμματα υποστήριξης επιχειρήσεων. Για περισσότερα: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/corporatedocuments

Tina Liu si è impegnata a collaborare con i suoi colleghi Consiglieri, con l’amministrazione e con la comunità di Whitehorse per la ripresa dopo la pandemia, e a lavorare per rivitalizzare Whitehorse.

Il Sindaco uscente Andrew Munroe e la Vice sindaca uscente Raylene Carr sono stati elogiati dai Consiglieri per l’eccellente lavoro svolto nel corso del 2021.

Piani del Consiglio a lungo termine Piano del Consiglio: Le iniziative principali includono una politica di pianificazione abitativa a prezzi accessibili, un piano d’azione per l’uguaglianza di genere, una strategia per la sostenibilità, un piano per la sanità degli anziani e un piano per la ristrutturazione delle aree dedicate ai giochi.

Piano per la salute e il benessere: Le priorità includono il benessere mentale, l’attività fisica, le relazioni sociali e di quartiere, l’inclusione sociale (inclusa quella digitale) e la mitigazione dei cambiamenti climatici.

Piano finanziario: I punti chiave includono il programma per 744 milioni di dollari in opere permanenti e 2,37 miliardi di dollari di bilancio operativo che verrà impiegato per il servizio di raccolta dei rifiuti organici e da cibo, per il piano di intervento per i cambiamenti climatici, per programmi ed eventi artistici, per il supporto ai nuovi arrivati e ai rifugiati e per i programmi di supporto alle aziende.

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