Whitehorse News April 2022

WHITEHORSE NEWS

April 2022

Revitalising our public spaces The upgraded Britannia Mall is officially open, giving the community a renewed space to connect and support local.

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Food and garden organics

School Holiday Program

Sustainable Living Week

Aqualink Box Hill

Council’s new food recycling initiative begins in July.

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Find out what’s on for the Autumn holidays.

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Discover tips to help you live a more sustainable lifestyle.

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Improve your health and mobility in our warm water pool.

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Mayor’s message Cr Tina Liu Living through a global pandemic has highlighted the fragility of mental wellbeing, with the pandemic having had an enormous impact on young people.

My fellow Councillors and I are delighted with the bipartisan election commitments for a new Headspace facility in Box Hill, following announcements by Gladys Liu MP, Federal member for Chisholm; Keith Wolahan, Liberal candidate for Menzies; and Carina Garland, Labor candidate for Chisholm.

Headspace provides support and early mental health intervention for young people aged 12-25.

This election pledge could not have come at a more critical time for young people in Whitehorse, especially as demand for mental health support has been exacerbated by the pandemic.

We welcome this support for early intervention to meet the health needs of our young people. These commitments come on the back of strong advocacy from Whitehorse and the Eastern Region Group of Councils.

Advocating for Whitehorse The Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) is project has the potential to change how we move around metropolitan Melbourne and influence where we work, learn and live.

The first stage of the project – SRL East – includes 26km of underground rail tunnels and six new train stations between Cheltenham and Box Hill. Two new stations are proposed within the City of Whitehorse – one in Box Hill and the other in Burwood.

Council’s role is to ensure our community’s interests are well represented. We’re advocating for a great design and for the construction impacts on people, trees, open space and businesses to be minimised as much as possible.

We have made a submission to the state government and are represented in hearings before an independent panel of experts on the environmental impact of the project.

Good luck to residents and community groups who will be making submissions at the panel hearing. Community members are welcome to listen in to the SRL panel hearing proceedings via Zoom. For further information, please visit https://engage.vic.gov. au/srl-east-iac The hearing is expected to be completed in early May. Council’s Major Transport Projects team brings a multi-disciplinary team of experts to our advocacy efforts for projects such as SRL, level crossing removal at Mont Albert and the North East Link.

We include the advice of our engineers, urban planners and designers, transport experts, arborists, experts in open space, leisure and recreation, our Investment and Economic Development and more. We also collaborate with other Councils impacted by these projects.

We’ll keep our community informed as these projects progress.

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Changes to the Australian Warning System The Australian Warning System is in place to help guide us in case of emergencies.

These warning levels will be standard across Australia for any of these emergencies.

The warning system is used for: ■ bushfire ■ grassfire ■ riverine flood ■ flash flood ■ severe weather ■ severe thunderstorm ■ extreme heat

Each warning level published on VicEmergency will now have an action statement in the headline, telling communities what they need to do in the event of an emergency. For example: Stay Informed, Move to Higher Ground or Evacuate Now.

If you find yourself in any of the above emergencies, keep an eye on the three warning levels: they are Advice, Watch and Act and Emergency Warning.

New-look Britannia Mall opens

L More information emv.vic.gov.au VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226

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Mayor Cr Tina Liu, Cr Ben Stennett and Member for Ringwood, Dustin Halse MP officially opened Council’s recent upgrade of Britannia Mall, on Saturday 5 March 2022.

The upgrade features the resurfacing of the entire mall, installation of new lighting and furniture and improvements to the shared pedestrianvehicle space in Enterprise Way. “These improvements ensure that Britannia Mall continues to be a welcoming, safe and comfortable place for our community to visit, do their shopping or enjoy a coffee at one of the wonderful cafes,” said Mayor Cr Liu. Council has also installed new activation pods to create an interactive space for the community to gather

and participate in public events and activities.

“Britannia Mall is now a place where people can connect with each other and become involved in communityled activities,” said Cr Ben Stennett, Councillor for the Walker Ward.

The Britannia Mall upgrade was co-funded by Whitehorse City Council, the Victorian Government’s Community Safety Infrastructure Grants Program and The Rotary Club of Mitcham supporting our community.

Image: Mayor Cr Liu, Dustin Halse, MP, and Cr Stennett at the opening of the upgraded Britannia Mall.

L More information www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ britannia-mall

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Working for Whitehorse Whitehorse is proud to have fantastic facilities and assets that serve our community.

The construction and improvement of these assets would not be possible without the hard work of Council’s Major Projects department.

Danni Nguyen forms part of this team as an Assistant Project Manager.

“Project management involves the management of the entire process of a project, from planning, design, construction and finally completion,” she said. “This can include managing the program and budget to deliver an outcome that will benefit the end users.”

Danni studied a Bachelor of Environmental Engineering before deciding to do a Graduate Certificate in Project Management, which led her to apply for a graduate role at Whitehorse. She has now been working at Council for four years.

Something Danni loves about her role is that she is able to witness the entire design process from start to finish.

“It is interesting to see an idea grow into a design and then eventually turn into a physical structure that will be used by the public,” she said.

“I like seeing how the final outcome benefits the community, and how it impacts the way in which people interact with a building.”

One particularly exciting project that Danni is working on is the redevelopment of the Whitehorse performing arts centre.

“There are many unique aspects to this project. There are special technical requirements for the theatres, such as acoustics, audio visual specifications and accessibility requirements. Whitehorse community members can look forward to a new facility that will be a functional and accessible place for events and shows,” said Danni.

With each day and project presenting new and exciting challenges, Danni is always learning new things in her role.

“Working at Whitehorse has helped me develop as a professional since I have started my career here. The team I work with is incredibly supportive and collaborative and I have learnt a lot from my peers and colleagues.”

Foyers and amenities designed for superb experience The foyers and amenities of the new Whitehorse performing arts centre will provide a great social atmosphere for people of all ages and abilities.

With comfortable seating and views to the surrounding parkland, the spacious main foyer will be a welcoming and attractive space for social get-togethers or catching up with friends before a show. There’ll also be ample room for mingling during interval.

Key features will include: ■ accessible seating for people with limited mobility ■ box office, bar, cloakroom and centre operations centrally located with easy access to both theatres ■ a parents’ room ■ a generous number of male, female and all-gender amenities ■ a Changing Places adult change and toilet facility.

Long-time patron of the former Whitehorse Centre Beverley Grant is looking forward to meeting up with friends in the larger foyer.

“Meeting friends in the foyer was always rewarding, and meeting their friends who often became your friends too,” Bev said.

“I’m looking forward to the same inclusive community atmosphere in the new modern venue. The spaciousness of the foyer and the additional seating for people with impaired mobility will add to the enjoyment of a drink with friends.”

Construction is expected to be completed in late 2023.

Image: Artist’s impression – main foyer and box office

L More information www.whitehorsecentre.com.au/ redevelopment

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Making food recycling possible From July 2022, Whitehorse residents will be able to add food scraps to their current lime green-lid garden organics bin. This includes raw and cooked food, as well as meat and bones.

Instead of going to landfill where it produces harmful greenhouse gases, your waste will be recycled into quality mulch and compost at Bio Gro’s facility in Dandenong South. You can make a big environmental impact and free up space in your 80L garbage bin.

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

If you already use a lime green-lid organics bin for your garden From late May to July, look out for more information. A Food & Garden Organics Kit will be delivered to your doorstep, to help you divert food scraps from landfill into your lime green-lid bin. The Kit will include a kitchen caddy, an initial supply of compostable caddy-liners and information on how to use this new service from July 2022. The Kit is included in the fee you pay for your organic bin.

From July, use the compostable liners inside your caddy to collect food scraps in your kitchen. Then tie up the bag and drop it into your lime green-lid bin. The green compostable liners will minimise mess and smells. Don’t use ordinary plastic bags for food scraps in the lime green-lid bin – they are not compostable and will contaminate our organic waste.

You can collect more compostable liners from a Council Customer Service Centre or buy them from the supermarket or online. We will provide more information about what kind of liners are OK. There will be no changes to when your bin is collected. Your red-lid garbage bin will continue to be collected weekly. Your yellow-lid recycling bin and lime green-lid organics bins will be collected fortnightly. Start using this food recycling service from July 2022, but not before.

Did you know that the average garbage bin in Whitehorse includes approximately 47% food waste?

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

If you do not have a lime green-lid organics bin

To sign up, visit yoursay. whitehorse.vic.gov.au

If you live in your own house or apartment, you can order a lime green-lid bin online or call us on 9262 6333. There is an additional charge of $69 for opting into this Food and Garden Organics service.

If you are renting, contact the owner or managing agent and ask them to submit a request on your behalf. In case your property manager or real estate agent doesn’t know how to assist you, you can provide them with our Kerbside bin provision authority form. This form and additional information can be accessed here www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/wasteenvironment/rubbish-recycling/bin-services/orderrepair-swap-or-cancel-bins Over the next few months, Council will provide more information to ensure that residents are prepared for the start of this service.

L More information www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/food-recycling

Apply now for our 2022 Intergenerational Grants program This program supports activities that foster connections with older people in our community.

Whitehorse City Council is offering grants of up to $1000 for intergenerational projects that run between July and December 2022. These grants are available to primary and secondary schools, early years’ services and kindergartens in Whitehorse. Applications close at 5pm Friday 29 April.

L More information www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ intergenerational-grants

We want to hear from you – have your say today!

Parking sensor installation Council is extending the use of in-ground parking sensors with the installation of an additional 2000 sensors in April and May 2022.

The sensors will send information to Council about when and how frequently parking spaces are used. This will improve access to businesses and shopping for our community by supporting the efficient turnover of parking spaces.

It will also give us important data on where parking is needed the most.

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New faces in Youth ConneXions Youth Services would like to welcome three new youth workers to our awesome team.

Meet Ren, Mon and Ash, who started working with us during the last COVID-19 lockdown.

Renee is the new Youth Centre Program Assistant at Youth ConneXions. She has worked with young people in a variety of different areas for about 12 years. These include youth homelessness/therapeutic care, youth residential care, local Council (youth outreach), systemic advocacy regarding the OOHC sector, and youth participation roles.

Renee believes building a foundation of rapport and safety is an essential foundation for youth work.

Renee is head over heels for her cat Sparks and thinks he is the most handsome soul ever.

Monica began a secondment with Youth Services as the Youth Centre Coordinator, and we now congratulate her for stepping into the School Focused Youth Service Coordinator role while Emma is on leave. Mon has a long history within Youth Services and Mental Health, including crisis work at residential units and with child protection. She has experience running youth information centres and youth mobile centres, as well as developing and running youth educational and recreational programs and camps. Mon’s life companions are her cats Lucy and Penny.

Think Local Buy Local for your holiday planning With the school holidays fast approaching, many of us are searching for ways to make the most of post-lockdown life.

This is a perfect time to take advantage of the Victorian Government Voucher Scheme, which was launched as a business stimulus package to support small and medium businesses.

Vouchers can be used to reimburse 25 per cent of dining or entertainment costs. Travel vouchers are also available for travelling around Victoria Whether you’re planning a day trip or something longer, there are many ways local

businesses can assist in getting you prepared. For last-minute travel arrangements, remember to contact a travel agent for the best advice on holidaying in the current climate. Embarking on a road trip? Book a service or tyre check with a local mechanic.

When searching for businesses in your local area please check out the Whitehorse Supporting Local Map. On behalf of all our hardworking local business owners, we thank you for continuing to #ThinkLocalBuyLocal.

L More information: www.vic.gov.au/businessstimulus-package

Ash is one of our new casuals at Youth ConneXions. Ash is loving getting to know the young people – even if they do consistently beat her at pool and table tennis with no mercy.

She has completed a degree in Youth Work and is really excited to start her career here at Youth ConneXions.

Previously, Ash worked with children running camps and holiday programs.

She enjoys baking and keeping active with friends through running and netball. She also loves watching a good movie and is an avid reader, writer and keen dog patter.

Image: The new faces in Youth ConneXions; Ash, Mon and Ren.

Generous funding supports our monuments Whitehorse City Council, supported by Box Hill RSL, was fortunate in gaining funding for the conservation of the significant First World War (WWI) and Second World War (WWII) memorials in Box Hill Gardens.

The funding was awarded for the restoration “The Bugler”, a WWI memorial made of marble and set on a granite plinth.

Included in the restoration was the re-guilding of the names of those who served from the area, and those who lost their lives in service, during The Great War of 1914 – 1919.

Funding was also awarded to conserve the Kokoda Trail statue by celebrated sculptor William Wallace Anderson. The statue depicts WWII soldier carrying a wounded comrade over his shoulder and is made of bronze and granite.

Plaques commemorating subsequent campaigns have now

been added to this important site of remembrance.

“Receiving this funding is fantastic news,” said Elgar Ward Councillor Blair Barker.

“It means that we can continue to honour the memories of the brave soldiers who fought for our freedoms.”

Council acknowledges the generous support of the Victorian Government through the Restoring Community War Memorials and Avenue of Honours Grant program.

Image: ‘The Bugler’ at Box Hill Gardens

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Whitehorse Autumn school holiday program March 13 to May 22 Beat school holiday boredom with fun activities from Whitehorse’s Autumn School Holiday Program for Arts and Cultural Services.

L More information www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/schoolholidays FESTIVALS Moonlight Movie Night Join us to celebrate the start of the school holidays with a screening of Spider-man: No Way home, the latest addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Pack your picnic rug, a blanket, and the popcorn and settle in on the lawn for a fun night of film.

For: Mature audience (M rated) When: Saturday 9 April, 7pm-10pm Where: Halliday Park Cost: Free SCHWERKOLT COTTAGE Heritage Hunt Test your detective skills and hunt for treasure around Schwerkolt Cottage, the museum and outbuildings. Old-fashioned rewards are up for grabs!

For: 5-12 years When: 9, 10, 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 April, 2pm and 4.30pm Where: Schwerkolt Cottage and Museum Complex, 2-10 Deep Creek Rd, Mitcham Cost: Free BOX HILL COMMUNITY ARTS CENTRE From Monday 11 – Friday 22 April, Box Hill Community Arts Centre is offering a diverse range of creative and entertaining experiences for children, youth and families. Full program at www.bhcac.com.au Easter Basket Weaving Learn weaving techniques to make an Easter basket using recycled paper.

For: 8+ years When: Monday 11 April, 10am-12pm Cost: $39

All Day Egg-xcellent Easter Art Day

projects to take home.

Make clay bunnies, fashion an Easter bonnet and get crafty making a chicken.

For: 5-12 years (children must be accompanied by a guardian) When: Thursday 21 April, 10am-12pm Cost: $40

For: 6-12 years When: Tuesday 12 April, 9.30am-3.15pm Cost: $79 Fun With Clay – Pikachu Go! Learn how to hand built and create a clay project for firing. BYO smock.

For: 6-12 years When: Wednesday 20 April, 12.30pm-2pm Cost: $39 Kids Mosaics Madness Create your own funky mosaic tile at this two-day program.

For: 8+ years When: Tuesday 19 April, 10am-1pm and Wednesday 20 April, 10am-11.30am Cost: $65 All Day Art Day – Earth Day Celebration Celebrate Earth Day with these fun filled nature-inspired crafts. Hand-build a clay flytrap planter, make a nature collage and an ink and watercolour leaf painting.

For: 6-12 years When: Friday 22 April, 9.30am-3.15pm Cost: $79

Nature Craft Join Eco Explorers for a morning of sensory nature crafting where we use materials from nature to create art! Learn how to make botanical paints from plants and flowers. Each child will have an opportunity to explore and create nature art to take home.

For: 5-12 years (children must be accompanied by a guardian) When: Thursday 21 April, 1.30pm-3.30pm Cost: $30 Save a Seed, Plant it Later Discover the life cycle of plants and learn how to collect seeds to grow new ones with Buzz and Dig. For: families – all ages (children must be accompanied by a guardian) When: Saturday 9 April, 10am-11.30am Cost: $20 for one child and one guardian ($15 per additional child) WHITEHORSE PERFORMING ARTS Don’t Mess with The Dummies

WHITEHORSE ARTSPACE Rona Green: 30 Years of Printmaking This free exhibition provides a unique insight into the evolution of Green’s distinctive printmaking developing extraordinary hybrid characters.

For: 13+ years When: Thursday 17 March - Saturday 30 April STRATHDON HOUSE AND ORCHARD PRECINCT Get down with nature these school holidays and let your kids celebrate being in nature and learning practical life skills such as gardening, making camp food and building a shelter.

Tools and Woodworking for Kids Eco Explorers will present a hands-on workshop to teach children the basics of using real tools to create a variety of woodworking

Lions and tigers and dummies, oh my! Set up camp and stampede into the jungle for an outlandish, circus filled extravaganza that will leave you chuckling like a monkey and roaring for more.

For: 5+ years (kids show) When: Thursday 21 April, 1pm Where: Box Hill Town Hall, 1022 Whitehorse Rd, Box Hill Cost: Full: $22 Family (4+) $20 each

Tour of Council’s food and organic waste facility

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When: Thursday 12 May, 9am-1pm, Friday 13 May, 9am-1pm Where: Meet at Whitehorse Civic Centre to catch a bus Did you know you will soon be able to put your food scraps into your garden organics bin? Find out what happens to your organic waste by coming along to a tour of the Bio Gro facility, which processes Council’s organic waste in Dandenong South.

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Nature journaling workshops How to talk about climate change in a way that makes a difference When: Thursday 12 May, 7.30pm-9pm Where: Virtual event Why is it so hard to talk about climate change? While scientists double down on the shocking figures, we still find it difficult to discuss climate change meaningfully among friends and neighbours. Learn from Rebecca Huntley, one of Australia’s most experienced social researchers and author of How to Talk About Climate Change in a Way That Makes a Difference, to better understand our emotional responses to climate change and how we can have meaningful and respectful conversations.

When: Sunday 15 May, Kids workshop – 1.30pm-3pm Adult workshop – 3.30pm-5pm Nature play at Blackburn Lake Sanctuary When: Saturday 14 May, 10am-11am and 11am-12pm Where: Meet at Blackburn Lake Sanctuary Visitors Centre Come along for a morning of fun and hands-on, nature-based activities for children at beautiful Blackburn Lake Sanctuary. Kids will learn about the natural environment around them, helping them to foster a love and respect for nature.

Where: Blackburn Lake Sanctuary Visitors Centre Come and join us for nature journaling with a difference with one workshop for children (aged 5 to12 years) and one for adults.

Acclaimed children’s author and lifestyle journalist Penny Harrison will take you through the tips and tricks to create your own artistic nature journal. Learn how to capture the colours, patterns and textures of nature through a variety of simple and fun techniques and ideas. You’ll take home your own journal and the know-how to turn it into a work of art to help you connect with the world around you.

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Our everyday choices affect we have the power to make a around us. All events will off can live a more sustainable l events to suit all ages.

To learn more and book you visit the Sustainable Living W www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/s Future-proof your solar When: Monday 16 May, 7pm-8.30pm Where: Brickworks Burwood Do you already have solar panels?

Find out how to futureproof them to ensure you have capacity for new technologies such as a battery or electric vehicle, and how to go about upsizing your solar. This workshop, presented by the Australian Energy Foundation, will answer all your questions and help guide you on the best next steps to save money through solar.

Gardening masterclass with Jane Edmanson

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When: Saturday 21 May, 2pm to 4.30pm Where: Box Hill Town Hall Join popular gardening icon Jane Edmandson, horticulturalist and presenter on ABC TV’s Gardening Australia for an afternoon of all things gardening. Jane will be joined by gardening guru Carolyn Blackman who has presented landscape design and gardening talkback advice on 774 ABC radio for 22 years, and has over 20 years of experience in the industry.

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Rips and Tears: Fixing what is broken

Built Environment showcase event

When: Wednesday 18 May, 5pm-7pm

Where: Brickworks Burwood

Where: Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct Learn how to make the clothes you love last even longer! Join Julia English for a two-hour workshop where you are invited to bring along your personal items that need repairing. Stitching is a great life skill which can save you money, save your clothes and reduce your environmental impact. You will learn some hand-stitching techniques that offer lots of creative possibilities for repairing and enhancing your clothes and household textiles.

Talking plant-based meals with Alice Zaslavsky When: Wednesday 18 May, 6.30pm-8pm Where: Box Hill Town Hall Alice Zaslavsky first burst on to our screens with her infectious energy on MasterChef. Since then, she has become a well-respected cook, ABC broadcaster and popular food writer. Join Alice as she discusses her new book In Praise of Veg, which pays tribute to the wonderful world of vegetables and plant-based cooking. A not-to-bemissed event for those who want to reduce their emissions through the food they eat, be healthier, or step up their cooking for a vegan in the family.

When: Thursday 19 May, 6pm- 8pm An evening to showcase the best in design and recognise the people who contribute to good design, creative thinking and sustainable practice within Whitehorse. Be inspired by local designers who will speak about their innovative and sustainable designs.

Electric Vehicle Expo When: Sunday 22 May, 2pm to 4.30pm Where: Box Hill Town Hall Is now the time to make the switch?

Come along and hear from Bryce Gaton, who has 12 years of experience as an electric vehicle (EV) writer and consultant and who currently works as an EV electrical safety trainer/supervisor for the University of Melbourne.

Find out how to select a car to match your lifestyle, how charging systems work, battery range and servicing and all the details on current electric vehicles available as well as what’s in store for the future. There will be a large range of electric vehicles on display alongside their owners who can answer questions and show you their cars.

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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.

5-Star Food Safe Program Subway Box Hill South is Council’s 5-Star Food Safe business for April 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 Subway Box Hill South Address: 8/313 Middleborough Road Box Hill South VIC 3128 Trading hours: Monday – Friday: 8am-9pm, Saturday: 9am-8pm, Sunday: 10am-8pm

Reusable items collection Council’s HomeCycle service collects preloved clothes and household items from your home and donate them to local charities and organisations to be repurposed.

From 1 April 22 to 30 June 22, residents can book one collection per household.

Goods can be left outside your front door in a box or bag.

Please only donate items in good, clean condition. We can collect up eight items no larger than up to 2 cubic metres in total. Items accepted include, bikes, furniture, shoes, clothes, homewares and electrical items.

Mattresses and other large household items can be collected and recycled through Council’s hard waste collection.

L More information: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ homecycle

We recently launched a book “A Guide to the Eucalypts of Whitehorse & Surrounds”, available on our website.

It is refreshing to see certain elements of life getting back to some level of normal.

This useful reference about our treasured eucalypts was written by Tony Slater, one of our local volunteers.

The commitment of our volunteers is invaluable and the knowledge they share benefits us all. Thank you Tony!

The simple things we take for granted like going shopping without having to “check in”; in fact going to most places and not needing to scan a code is great.

Harmony Day celebrates diversity, inclusivity and respect for different cultures. Council celebrated with a well-attended, free community event at our Strathdon House and Orchard precinct. It was a perfect afternoon spent listening to music, chatting and enjoying great foods. It is wonderful to see the return of much-loved community events.

I was privileged to attend the launch of the Victorian Aboriginal and Local Government Strategy 2021-2026, a comprehensive roadmap towards Aboriginal selfdetermination through strategic actions for Aboriginal Victorians, local councils and the Victorian Government. It can be viewed online.

In Lake Ward, we welcome increased medical services with the opening Carson Suite at Blackburn Clinic. The suite is named after Prof Neil Carson AO, a founding partner in 1952 who was considered a visionary and entrepreneur. In 1975, he became Professor of Community Medicine (now General Practice) at Monash.

There are also an additional 66 retirement units being developed at Pavilions Blackburn Lake, which will provide more housing choices for retirees wanting to downsize and remain local.

Image: Cr Skilbeck, Cr Massoud and Tony Slater planting a eucalypt

This was brought back to me at the Harmony Day celebrations at Strathdon Homestead (pictured), where we were able to mingle with people, listen to some great music, have a Welcome to Country smoking ceremony and enjoy some food on what was a beautiful day.

Quite a bit has happened over the past couple of months, both good and not so good. We are revisiting some of the works conducted at Brentford Square to seek some changes as the outcomes are not as expected. There are some carpark improvement works occurring at Forest Hill Reserve to reduce dust and improve overall amenity south of the oval, and to add a new pond to the north.

At our recent Whitehorse Sports and Recreation meeting a new chair was elected.

Congratulations to Phillip Kong from Surrey Park Swimming Club.

With major water pipe replacement soon to start, please be mindful the Pipe Track may not be available for you to walk/ride down in coming months. This pipe provides around 30 per cent of Melbourne’s water so it is pretty important.

I hope you are enjoying some freedoms and are getting back into everyday life as we reconnect with family and friends.

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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.

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

Do you know that Council has activation pods located across our activity centres, including Box Hill Mall?

These pods can be booked by the Whitehorse community and not-for-profit groups to host activities/programs. Council currently has a Booster Fund Grant Program available for this purpose — for more details, visit www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/activatewhitehorse The new light installation has also been completed in the Mall. Delays were exacerbated by COVID-related supply chain issues - I thank the community for their patience. The lights are more functional, efficient and will further improve safety in the area.

Sparks Reserve Upper West satellite pavilion and associated car park works are progressing well and due to be completed by mid-year. The new pavilion will include much-needed amenities for users, including female-friendly toilets and change rooms.

The draft budget 2022-2023 is anticipated to be publicly available in late April – please check our website or customer service centres for more information.

I recently had the pleasure of attending a number of wonderful exhibitions held at the Artspace in Box Hill Town Hall recently, including ‘Nature’ by the Melbourne Artists Association (pictured), and the recently opened ‘Rona Green — 30 Years of Printmaking’.

I wish everyone a safe Easter break.

Take care and until next time, Tina

Lift the Lid walk for mental health On 20 March 2022, Cr McNeill and I attended the Lift the Lid walk to support mental health. It was hosted by the Mont Albert and Surrey Hills Rotary Clubs at Gardiners Creek. The walk raised funds to support research into mental health conditions and was a great way to raise awareness of mental health issues affecting the community. Thank you to the MASH Club of Rotary and Deakin University for supporting the event.

Winter sports kick-off While many winter sports have had preseason training, April is traditionally the time when winter sports such as AFL football, soccer, and rugby commence for the 2022 season. I have been made aware that several sporting codes require assistance with volunteers in umpiring and general match day ground support.

Local sport success relies on community participation from both players and their supporters. If you would like to volunteer to assist, please reach out to your local club. I know they would be pleased to have your support. Thank you.

Anzac Day The ability to commemorate ANZAC Day over the last two years by attending a local cenotaph or RSL was severely constrained due to COVID-19 restrictions. Now that restrictions have been eased, I encourage you and your family to attend your local ANZAC Day commemoration services to remember the sacrifice made by our armed forces.

Lest We Forget.

G’day is such a friendly Aussie greeting, so from me to you, g’day!

I was reminded of this common Aussie greeting by a friend who had recently returned from travelling around Australia.

While some border restrictions made his travel plans difficult, he just went with the flow and enjoyed himself.

Everything is beginning to return to normal.

However, many virtual meetings are still being held, which shows a degree of caution still exists in the community. My in-person meetings have included the Vermont South Learning Centre AGM and a BBQ social day at the East Burwood Tennis Club. The opening of the Terrara Park Pavilion was obviously a highlight as it has been many years coming. A sad, but essential few hours was spent viewing the Shane Warne Memorial to honour one of the greatest cricketers in my lifetime.

A courteous reminder to register your pets by 10th April. All dogs and cats over three months of age need to be registered with Council. There are several benefits to registering your pet, not the least being that your pet will be safely returned to you in the unfortunate event it that escapes from your home. For the many extra benefits, please check out Council’s website.

Also, with everything that has been going on in our lives, you may have missed registering your pool or spa. As this is a directive from the state government, they have extended the registration date. Details can be found on our website. The state government have implemented a fee of up to $1,652 for those who fail to register their pool or spa, so please contact Council without delay.

Until next time, take care.

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Why don’t you pay a visit to one of our many beautiful parks?”

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Support for job seekers Council is working in partnership with Box Hill Institute who have been funded by the Victorian Government to roll out the Jobs Victoria Advocate program.

If you’re looking for work, Jobs Victoria Advocates can: ■ refer you to a local Jobs Victoria Partner who can help you update your resume, prepare for job interviews, and connect you with local employers ■ connect you to local skills and training opportunities through Work and Learning Centres, TAFE Skills and Jobs Centres, and apprenticeship programs ■ help you apply for jobs in your local area through the Jobs Victoria online hub

Becky Gong, who speaks English and Mandarin, serves the Melbourne’s Eastern region. She is available to support you in person or online/over the phone, subject to current COVIDSafe settings.

To connect with your local jobs advocates in the Whitehorse 0448 942 926 or 8892 1359 jobsadvocate@boxhill.edu.au www.boxhill.edu.au/job-advocate-program More about all Jobs Victoria programs and online jobs hub www.jobs.vic.gov.au 1300 208 575 between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday. www.jobs.vic.gov.au/about-jobs-victoria/ourprograms/advocates

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April 2022

City Nature Challenge Be part of a global project with a series of local walks held over April and May. Last year, Whitehorse joined seven neighbouring councils in representing Melbourne as part of the City Nature Challenge. At the end of the challenge, there were over 1,717 observations and 492 different species identified in Whitehorse.

This year, we hope to do more!

The challenge invites residents to find, photograph and document the natural plants, animals, fungi and micro-organisms in our neighbourhoods. So join in, discover more about your local natural surroundings and help scientists and land managers better protect these species.

To get involved, download the free iNaturalist app, look out for plants and animals to photograph between 29 April and 2 May and upload photos to the app. You can do this on your own or you can join us at one of our free events.

Those attending need to register, with details availble on the website.

L More information www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ city-nature-challenge

HEATHERDALE CREEK PARKLANDS Sunday 1 May ■ Parklands walk: 10am–12pm with Ian Moodie YARRAN DHERAN Saturday 30 April ■ iNaturalist Bird Walk: 8am–11am with Frank Gallagher ■ iNaturalist Insects: 2pm–4pm with Ian Moodie ■ Sunday 1 May: ■ iNaturalist Flora Walk: 10am–12pm with Graham Bower ■ iNaturalist Waterbugs: 2pm–4pm with Gay Gallagher BLACKBURN LAKE SANCTUARY Friday 29 April ■ Spotlighting for Possums, Gliders, and other night creatures: 6.30pm–8.30pm with Ian Moodie and other enthusiasts ■ Finding and photographing moths and other nocturnal bugs: 6.30pm–8.30pm with Max Campbell, President of Field Naturalists Club of Victoria & TIG Saturday 30 April ■ Early Birds Walk: 8am–10am with TBC ■ Photographic survey of our bushland diurnal invertebrates: 12pm–2pm with Max Campbell

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Sunday 1 May ■ What’s in the lake water?

11.30am–1.30pm with Blackburn Lake Sanctuary Waterwatch Team.

■ Photographic Wildflower Discovery Walk: 2pm–4pm with Tony Slater Monday 2 May ■ Photographic Eucalypt/Wildflower Discovery Walk: 2pm–4pm with Tony Slater ■ Spotlighting for Possums, Gliders, and other night creatures: 6.30pm–8.30pm with TBC GREENLINK NURSERY Monday 2 May ■ Bushy Creek walk: 10.15am–12.00pm with Robert Jones Image: Red Jewel-bugs from City Nature Challenge, Whitehorse City Council

Life goes swimmingly for all ages at Aqualink

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Christine Bradbeer, 76, has been very impressed with the warm water pool at Aqualink Box Hill and the level of service from the staff.

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The Whitehorse local has been using the pool since 2017 to manage pain, while her husband swims laps in the outdoor pool. She has been very pleased with the huge difference she has seen in her health since using the warm water pool.

“I am well organically, but have problems with my feet, knees, spine, one shoulder and sometimes hips. It is such a relief to get into the pool and the exercises make a big difference to my mobility and pain levels,” said Christine.

“I missed it terribly in lockdown. Every single staff member we have encountered has been courteous, warm and friendly.”

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This pool helps the young and the old. Otherwise, take advantage of everything else that Aqualink offers.”

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ramp and hoist accessible a comfortable temperature of 33.5 degrees reduces aches, pains and stress on joints can improve general fitness reduces impact on the body whilst exercising uses buoyancy during movements, meaning movement can be less painful than on land

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April 2022

Caring for the Community Helping women find their groove If you go to the Box Hill Community Arts Centre (BHCAC) on a Tuesday morning, you’ll find the Taiwanese Women’s Dancing Club: a lively group of women bonding through dance and shared life experience.

The club, which now boasts about 25 members, had humble beginnings in the early 1990s.

“When we first arrived in Australia from Taiwan, we were keen to integrate into local life and culture,” said Connie Chan, one of the founding members.

“We went to the language centre to study English and Australian culture, which is where we met and got to know one another. We decided to meet weekly to share stories of our hometowns and culture shock. This reduced a lot of our homesickness and loneliness.”

The group of ten women soon decided to incorporate dance into their meetings for fun and exercise. The first sessions were held in different members’ backyards.

Fast forward to today, the club meet up each week to practise traditional Taiwanese folk dancing, Tai Chi and Australian Line Dance.

Each class incorporates all styles of dance following a 30 minute warm up exercise.

“After each session, we have lunch together and stick around for a cuppa and a chat,” said Connie.

“Once a month, everyone brings a dish to a different members’ house for a party, chats and karaoke,” said Connie. “It helps us to release any worries or bad moods!”

The club also regularly hosts birthday celebrations and even interstate trips together.

Although the club began simply as an opportunity to socialise and exercise, they have had many opportunities to perform over the years; from small performances at local nursing homes and schools to appearances at Moomba festival in Melbourne and the BHCAC annual festival.

The club members, all aged from their 60s to early 80s, recognise the significant exercise benefits of their weekly dancing. But there is more to it than just a great workout.

“It’s not just a benefit to physical health, but also mental health,” said Connie.

“Our favourite time as a group is to chat together after class. We cover a wide range of topics, from health issues to dealing with relationships with our families, community and neighbours, even global warming and how to spot fraud programs.”

“Everyone in our group learns to treat everyone with respect, forgiveness and love from hearing each other’s stories.”

Connie even told of one member who used to travel two hours on a train, tram and bus to attend each session.

“Each member feels so lucky to be part of this club and looks forward to every Tuesday.”

Image: Connie (middle row, second from the right) and the Taiwanese Women’s Dancing Club

In-language health services available from EACH EACH Community Health has expanded its services for the Chinese community.

SURe – Substance Use Recovery SURe provides services to people aged 16 and over who require specialist alcohol and other drug services. Services are now available in Mandarin and Cantonese.

L More information www.sureaod.org.au 1300 007 873

Chinese Peer Connection Has gambling affected you or someone you know? Get support now.

The Chinese peer support program is a free and confidential telephonebased service staffed by Chinese-speaking volunteers who have experienced gambling harms.

Support is also available to families and friends impacted by gambling.

Chinese services: Mandarin, Cantonese, Hokkien, Minnan and Taichan.

L More information www.each.com.au/service/chinese-peer-connection cpcintake@each.com.au 1300 755 878

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April 2022

WHITEHORSE CALENDAR WHITEHORSE ARTSPACE RONA GREEN: 30 Years of Printmaking 17 March — 30 April 2022

The exhibition is the first comprehensive survey of the artist’s practice and presents over thirty works. Throughout her career Green has demonstrated an enduring interest in the figure and notably a dedication to the development of extraordinary hybrid characters. Fueled by a fascination with the animal, Green explores ideas about otherness, transformation and the absurd.

Bringing together examples of

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monotype, lithography, digital prints, etching, screenprinting, linocuts and poppets produced between 1992–2022, the exhibition provides a unique insight into the evolution of Green’s distinctive printmaking.

Image: Rona Green’s Cheeky Clive, 2016, hand-coloured linocut

GREENLINK NURSERY Greenlink Nursery will hold two open days this autumn.

Autumn is a great time to get some local native plants into your garden while the soil is still warm and moist.

Greenlink is a community-based nursery specialising in plants indigenous to Whitehorse. Bring the voucher from the back of your 2022 Whitehorse City Council calendar to claim our buy 5 get 5 free offer. Plants are $2.00-$2.50.

When: Saturday 9 April and Saturday 21 May, 9am–1pm Where: Greenlink Nursery, 41 Wimmera Street Box Hill More information: 0479 121 653

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

Pruning will occur in Vermont South during April.

STRATHDON HOUSE AND ORCHARD PRECINCT Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct celebrates the rich history of the Whitehorse area.

Our April program looks at saving water where you live, mending your own clothes and learning better systems to manage compost systems at home.

We look forward to welcoming you to Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct for one of our upcoming workshops.

Strathdon House is available for room hire and is open: Wednesdays 2–6pm Thursdays to Sundays 10–4pm

To support this undertaking, Council is offering $1000 grants that unincorporated groups can apply for to use the pods to host their activity.

ANZAC DAY Anzac Day, on April 25, is a time to remember generations of people who have served our country in wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations. To find out what events are happening near you, visit www.whitehorse. vic.gov.au/whats-happeningwhitehorse

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

Council encourages unincorporated community groups to make use of the Activation Pods across Whitehorse.

Through increased use of these pods, Council aims to revitalise community creativity and foster community participation.

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

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Book an activation pod for your next community activity

Activation Pods are community spaces where groups can host community activities, events and pop-up classes in their areas of interest.

These events can range from educational classes to recreation and leisure, special interest hobbies and more.

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

T&Cs apply. Check guidelines for eligibility.

Visit our website for information on the pods, how to book one and how to apply for the $1000 funding grant.

L More information www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ activate-whitehorse

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:

使食物回收成真

从 2022 年 7 月起， Whitehorse 的居民将可以把 食物残渣放入石灰绿盖的花 园有机垃圾桶中。

您的垃圾不会被送到产生有 害温室气体的垃圾填埋场， 而是送到 Dandenong South 的 Bio Gro 设施进行回收处理 成为优质的覆盖物和堆肥。 您可以为环境做出很大贡 献，请在您的 80L 有机垃圾 箱中腾出空间。 如需获得更多信息，请浏览 网站： www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ food-recycling 焕然一新的 Britannia Mall 现已开放

3 月初，Tina Liu 市议员、 Ben Stennett 市议员以及 Dustin Halse 众议院议员为 市议会最近升级的 Britannia Mall（购物中心）揭幕。 市议会已为购物中心安装了 新的照明设备和家具，并为 Enterprise Way 重铺路面。 购物中心也设有新的“激活 舱”，供社区聚会及举办公 共活动之用。

升级工程是由 Whitehorse City Council、州政府 的 Community Safety Infrastructure Grants Program（社区安全基础设施 补助金计划）和 Mitcham 的 Rotary Club（扶轮社）共同 资助的。 由 EACH 提供的母语卫生保 健服务 EACH 社区卫生中心扩展了 其对华人社区的服务。 华人同伴连接

此项华人同伴支持服务是免费 且保密的电话服务，其工作人 员都是受过赌博之害的讲中文 的志愿者。服务语言包括普通 话、粤语和其他方言。

Thực phẩm có thể tái chế được

Η ανακύκλωση τροφίμων είναι πραγματικότητα

Adesso è possibile riciclare il cibo

Từ tháng Bảy năm 2022, cư dân Whitehorse sẽ có thể bỏ thức ăn thừa vào thùng đựng chất hữu cơ vườn có nắp màu xanh chanh.

Από τον Ιούλιο του 2022, οι κάτοικοι του Whitehorse θα είναι σε θέση να προσθέσουν τα υπολείμματα τροφίμων στον κάδο ανακύκλωσης οργανικών απορριμμάτων κήπου με το πρασινωπό χρώμα καπάκι.

A partire da luglio 2022 le persone residenti a Whitehorse potranno smaltire i resti di cibo nei bidoni con il coperchio verde utilizzati per i rifiuti organici e da giardinaggio.

Thay vì được đưa đến bãi chôn lấp rác thải, nơi nó thải ra khí nhà kính độc hại thì rác thải của quý vị sẽ được tái chế thành mùn và phân trộn có chất lượng tại cơ sở Bio Gro ở Dandenong South.

Quý vị có thể tạo nên một tác động lớn về môi trường và giải phóng bớt không gian trong thùng rác chứa 80L của mình.

Thêm thông tin tại: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ food-recycling Khai trương Britannia Mall với diện mạo mới Thị trưởng Hội đồng Tina Liu, Ủy viên Hội đồng Ben Stennett và Nghị sĩ Dustin Halse đã khai trương công trình nâng cấp Britannia Mall của Hội đồng vào đầu tháng Ba. Hội đồng đã lắp đặt hệ thống chiếu sáng và nội thất mới và rải nhựa lại cho mặt đường Enterprise Way. Cũng có những ‘nhóm kích hoạt’ để cộng đồng có thể tụ họp và tham gia vào những sự kiện và hoạt động công cộng.

Việc nâng cấp được đồng tài trợ bởi Whitehorse City Council, Community Safety Infrastructure Grants Program (Chương trình Tài trợ Cơ sở Hạ tầng An toàn Cộng đồng) của chính phủ tiểu bang và The Rotary Club (Câu lạc bộ Rotary) của Mitcham.

Αντί να σταλούν στον χώρο υγειονομικής ταφής όπου θα παράγουν επιβλαβή αέρια θερμοκηπίου, τα απόβλητά σας θα ανακυκλωθούν σε ποιοτικό χώμα και λίπασμα στην εγκατάσταση Bio Gro στο Dandenong South. Μπορείτε να βοηθήσετε το περιβάλλον και να απελευθερώσετε χώρο στον κάδο απορριμμάτων σας των 80 λίτρων. Για περισσότερες πληροφορίες: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ food-recycling Το εμπορικό κέντρο Britannia Mall άνοιξε με καινούριο λοοκ Η δήμαρχος Tina Liu, ο σύμβουλος Ben Stennett και ο βουλευτής Dustin Halse εγκαινίασαν την πρόσφατη αναβάθμιση του Britannia Mall στις αρχές Μαρτίου. Ο Δήμος έχει εγκαταστήσει νέο φωτισμό και έπιπλα και επισκεύασε το οδόστρωμα στο Enterprise Way. Υπάρχουν επίσης νέα «pods ενεργοποίησης» για τη συγκέντρωση και τη συμμετοχή της κοινότητας σε δημόσιες εκδηλώσεις και δραστηριότητες. Η αναβάθμιση συγχρηματοδοτήθηκε από το Whitehorse City Council, το Community Safety Infrastructure Grants Program (Πρόγραμμα Eπιχορηγήσεων Υποδομής για την Ασφάλεια της Κοινότητας) της πολιτειακής κυβέρνησης και τον Rotary Club (Ροταριανό Όμιλο) του Mitcham.

Anziché essere inviati nella discarica dove producono gas serra nocivi, i vostri rifiuti verranno riciclati in pacciame e compost di qualità presso l’impianto Bio Gro a Dandenong South. In questo modo potete avere un grande impatto ambientale e liberare spazio nel bidone dei rifiuti da 80 litri.

Per maggiori informazioni: www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ food-recycling Riapre la rinnovata Britannia Mall La consigliera del sindaco Tina Liu, il consigliere Ben Stennett e il deputato Dustin Halse hanno riaperto al pubblico all’inizio di marzo la Britannia Mall recentemente rinnovata dal comune.

Il comune ha installato nuove luci e arredi urbani e ha ripristinato l’Enterprise Way. Ci sono anche nuovi ‘activation pods’ (punti d’aggregazione) dove la comunità può riunirsi e partecipare a eventi e attività pubbliche.

L’ammodernamento è stato cofinanziato dal Whitehorse City Council, dal Community Safety Infrastructure Grants Program (programma di sovvenzioni per le infrastrutture di sicurezza della comunità del governo statale) e dal Rotary Club di Mitcham.