November 2018
SENIORS PARK
Healthy and active seniors pg 5 Pictured: Ray Matthew, Secretary of Melbourne West Sub-Branch of the Vietnam Veterans’ Association of Australia
3 ROAD UPGRADES Record investment
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Leading health precinct in the West
9 GREENING WYNDHAM 3900 new trees planted
Your Councillors Cr Peter Maynard (Mayor) Mayoral Portfolio: Growth and Transport Portfolio: Sports Development IRAMOO WARD 0429 087 527 peter.maynard@wyndham.vic.gov.au Cr Heather Marcus Portfolio: Environment and Sustainability IRAMOO WARD 0400 533 371 heather.marcus@wyndham.vic.gov.au Cr Mia Shaw Portfolio: Family Friendly City IRAMOO WARD 0429 675 298 mia.shaw@wyndham.vic.gov.au
MAYOR’S MESSAGE
UPGRADING THE ROADS you rely on…
It’s an exciting time to be living in Wyndham City. Just last month we saw construction commence on the redevelopment of Wyndham Park in the Werribee City Centre. Located on the banks of the picturesque Werribee River, this natural asset is something that really sets us apart from other activity centres across the western suburbs.
Wyndham City has been busy upgrading roads throughout the City to reduce congestion and improve safety.
Our vision for this redevelopment is to see the park transformed into a recreation and events space of regional significance. Once complete, it will include play spaces, a large events lawn, seating, picnic spaces, barbecues, a massive new playground and more.
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We’re looking forward to celebrating this new park once it opens up late next year. This is part of our plan to revitalise the City Centre through a range of key developments. The reactivation of the Bridge Hotel, and four developments on Council-owned car parks which comprise apartment buildings, office space, and a hotel.
Works have commenced on the upgrade of Forsyth Road, between Old Geelong Road and Sayers Road in Hoppers Crossing. These upgrades will see the number of lanes increase from two to four, along with a new signalised intersection at Waterways Boulevard, and a pedestrian crossing at the Federation Trail.
These projects will really boost our local economy and enhance the liveability of the City Centre.
This $7.5 million Wyndham City project will improve safety and ease congestion, getting drivers home to their families sooner.
To keep up to date on these projects as they’re underway, or any upcoming events across the City Centre, be sure to ‘like’ our dedicated Werribee City Centre Facebook page.
BOUNDARY ROAD A 2.8 kilometre gravel stretch of Boundary Road, between Derrimut Road and the Regional Rail Link over pass, will be sealed and shoulders upgraded.
Thank you, Wyndham City Mayor, Cr Peter Maynard. www.facebook.com/WerribeeCityCentre
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John Gibbons CrCrHenry Barlow Portfolio: TourismDiversity and Major Events Portfolio: Cultural CHAFFEY WARD CHAFFEY WARD 0428747 995839 849 0428 john.gibbons@wyndham.vic.gov.au henry.barlow@wyndham.vic.gov.au
Cr Aaron An Portfolio: Smart City HARRISON WARD 0419 297 931 aaron.an@wyndham.vic.gov.au
JohnGibbons Gibbons CrCrJohn Portfolio:Tourism Tourismand andMajor MajorEvents Events Portfolio: CHAFFEYWARD WARD CHAFFEY 0428995 995849 849 0428 john.gibbons@wyndham.vic.gov.au john.gibbons@wyndham.vic.gov.au
Cr Tony Hooper Portfolio: Arts, Culture and Heritage HARRISON WARD 0428 979 358 tony.hooper@wyndham.vic.gov.au
CrCrJosh JohnGilligan Gibbons Portfolio: Portfolio:Learning Tourism City and Major Events CHAFFEY CHAFFEYWARD WARD 0429 0428078 995039 849 josh.gilligan@wyndham.vic.gov.au john.gibbons@wyndham.vic.gov.au
Cr Intaj Khan Portfolio: Urban Futures HARRISON WARD 0408 564 439 intaj.khan@wyndham.vic.gov.au
CrCrWalter Villagonzalo (Deputy Mayor) John Gibbons Portfolio: Focused Economy Portfolio:Future Tourism and Major Events CHAFFEY CHAFFEYWARD WARD 0429 0428641 995233 849 walter.villagonzalo@wyndham.vic.gov.au john.gibbons@wyndham.vic.gov.au
Cr Kim McAliney Portfolio: Safer Communities HARRISON WARD 0429 943 623 kim.mcaliney@wyndham.vic.gov.au
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Our aim is to have this section of works complete by the time the State Government’s Major Roads Project Authority ramps up its upgrade of Leakes, Derrimut and Dohertys Roads, so drivers have an alternative route to access the Freeway and surrounding arterial roads. A section of Boundary Road, between Derrimut and Woods Roads, will be closed throughout construction. The upgrade of Boundary Road is a $4.1 million Wyndham City project.
LITTLE RIVER ROADS Two roads in Little River have been given a new lease on life, with works wrapping up on the reconstruction of Rothwell and Flinders Streets. Both roads are well-used by Little River locals and visitors, providing as important links to the local primary school, kindergartens, local businesses, and more. www.wyndham.vic.gov.au
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Help shape Wyndham
Spotlight on grants Each year Wyndham City runs a Community Grants Program, investing funds back into projects, events and groups that help to strengthen our sense of community.
If you’ve got an idea, project or improvement that you would like to see in Wyndham, now’s your chance to have your say. Council is in the early stages of planning the Annual Plan and Budget for the 2019/20 financial year which will outline the priorities for Council to deliver in the next financial year.
As part of the 2017/18 Community Grants Program, we invested almost half a million dollars into our community. One of the many recipients was WynBay Blue Light, who received $8,300 to fund a leadership camp. Family Friendly Portfolio Holder Cr Shaw said; “The camps help build the confidence, fitness and leadership skills of the young people taking part, which will have benefits for the broader community.” Run by police officers and other volunteers, the leadership camp brings together young people from different cultural backgrounds, and other at-risk young people. For more information on this year’s grant recipients visit: www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/grants
There are a number of ways you can get involved: Head to The Loop, Council’s online engagement platform, contribute your ideas until 14 December, 2018 or Come along to a Community Conversations with your local Ward Councillors where you can contribute your thoughts and feedback and get an insight into the planning process. Chaffey Ward: Wednesday 12 December, 6pm – 8pm, Tarneit Library, 150 Sunset Boulevard, Tarneit Harrison Ward: Monday 10 December, 6pm – 8pm, Saltwater Community Centre, 153 Saltwater Promenade, Point Cook Iramoo Ward: Thursday 6 December, 6pm – 8pm, Eagle Stadium, 35 Ballan Road, Werribee https://theloop.wyndham.vic.gov.au
THE ANNUAL COMMUNITY SATISFACTION SURVEY IS BACK.
Pictured: Shirley Hewitt, Wyndham Resident and Miriam Beasley, Wyndham City staff member
Surveyors from Metropolis Research are knocking on doors across Wyndham, asking residents for their feedback on Council services. The survey seeks 1,200 responses to understand community satisfaction across a number of key areas, from Council’s customer experience and service delivery, to our performance and strategic delivery. There will also be questions around community safety, healthy living and travel. The survey will help Council to identify community expectations of the
Playful Times Ahead for the Young at Heart
organisation, assisting us to understand what we’re doing well, where we can improve, and how to better plan to meet the needs of residents.
Wyndham City opened its first ever Seniors Exercise park on 10 October 2018
Interviewers will be undertaking the research via door to door interviews. They will hold clear identification cards while conducting interviews.
This exercise park aims to improve physical activity and social interaction for our more senior residents and is even an opportunity for them to ‘play’ together with their grandkids. Featuring state of the art equipment, Council has delivered this exciting project in partnership with the National Ageing Research Institute (NARI), and with funding support from Gandel Philanthrophy. A series of instructional videos will be available online to show users how to use the equipment.
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Council is also planning to upgrade the Central Park Community Centre and the children’s playground located at 80 Lonsdale Circuit, Hoppers Crossing. Pictured: Wayne & Linda Saunders
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Health Boom for Wyndham MO
Werribee has become home to a leading health precinct, with a range of medical and health services at our doorstep.
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Health services are vital for our growing community and Council will continue to advocate to ensure the level of healthcare that our growing population deserves. The $93 million expansion of Werribee Mercy Hospital was opened last month, with four additional levels above the existing Catherine McAuley Centre, with six new operating theatres, 56 additional inpatient beds (bringing the total number of beds to 298), eight new critical care beds, and a central sterilising department.
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Just up the road at Hoppers Lane is the St Vincent’s Private Hospital, which opened in February this year. The hospital offers general surgery, ear, nose and throat services, and orthopaedics. The hospital is also home to 112 beds, a day procedure unit, day oncology/infusion centre, rehabilitation facilities and suites for radiology, pathology and consulting. With almost 90 babies born a week in Wyndham, the hospital also features a maternity ward and special care nursery.
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Wyndham Medical and Services Centre, a brand new, 4600 square metre health facility was also opened earlier this year. The building, located at Hoppers Lane, brings together a range of medical services under one roof, including the new Women’s Health Hub. The Women’s Health Hub offers a range of general and specialist services for women, including menstruation, fertility, pre and post-natal care, menopause and more.
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St Vincent’s Private Hospital
Wyndham Clinic Private Hospital
The National Disability Insurance Agency is also expected to open in this precinct in early November 2018, as one of multiple sites helping people across Melbourne’s west. In the same precinct is the Wyndham Private Medical Centre, with 16 GPs working seven days a week, and more than 70 specialists – including cardiology, gynaecology, neurology, psychiatry, rheumatology and much more. Those in need of radiology, such as Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scans, can access the services at the MIA Wyndham Radiology Centre located at Wyndham Private Medical Centre. Neighbouring this site is the Wyndham Clinic Private Hospital, a state of the art facility that services all of Melbourne’s West with services in mental health and day surgery. Wyndham City will continue to work with providers of health and community services to ensure that the future needs of the growing Wyndham community can be met. We’re looking forward to seeing this site continue to expand, to meet the needs of our growing city.
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EASIER PARKING AT WERRIBEE SOUTH With summer just around the corner, boating at Werribee South is set to be more popular than ever.
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The Werribee South Boat Ramp, located at the mouth of the Werribee River along Beach Road, Werribee South, is open 24 hours, 365 days a year and has parking spots for up to 90 vehicles with trailers, six boat ramps (two shallow), four floating pontoons and an area for fish cleaning. Wyndham City is introducing some changes to parking at the Werribee South Boat Ramps making it easier for users to pay for parking.
Casual users will be able to pay for their parking by simply using the Pay Stay app on their phone or by purchasing tickets in advance from Council. WiFi will be available at the site so users can pay from their smart phone, or purchase online before leaving home. For regular users, annual permits can now be purchased online from Councils website or in person at the Civic Centre. Stay tuned for when these changes will be introduced. www.wyndham.vic.gov.au
portfolios
In each edition of Wyndham News we’ve been giving you an insight into Wyndham City’s 12 Councillor Portfolios. CR TONY HOOPER Arts, Culture and Heritage This portfolio embraces the local arts community to support and encourage creativity in the community. Public art projects, community art education and skill development are just some of the many areas covered by this portfolio. Cr Hooper said it was an exciting time in his portfolio, with some impressive pieces of public art going up across Wyndham. “We’ve just seen two amazing public artworks commissioned and installed in the Werribee City Centre, through an agreement between business owners, businesses and the Wyndham Business and Tourism Association,” Cr Hooper said.
“Go check out the works at the laneway to Werribee River Reserve, and the second is on the Coles building.” “We’ve also just seen another brilliant piece go up at the Point Cook Community Learning Centre, which really brings a burst of colour to the building.”
“Public art transforms our centres, neighbourhoods and open spaces.” “It contributes to our sense of place and reflects our community and culture. Council’s investment in public art helps to enhance the liveability of our communities and positions Wyndham as a City with a contemporary outlook.”
CR PETER MAYNARD (MAYOR) Growth and Transport This portfolio takes on ways to manage growth and looking at the municipality as a whole to investigate how integrated planning can be applied to accommodate growth. It also aims to ensure that development is sustainable, and the transport needs of the community are met, and the liveability is improved. Cr Peter Maynard said that Council had been busy planning and delivering infrastructure across the municipality. “At our recent Ordinary Council Meeting we awarded the contracts for a range of projects across Wyndham,” Cr Maynard said. “The interim upgrade of Boundary Road in Tarneit, sealing the gravel road is one project. We also awarded contracts for the reconstruction of three streets in Werribee – Gibbons Street, Greaves Street North and Wanderer Court.”
“This shows Council’s commitment to delivering the infrastructure our community needs.” “We’ve got a range of capital works projects underway across our City. A new online platform, the Capital Works Dashboard, that we’ve recently launched gives residents the opportunity to check out what’s happening near them – or anywhere across the municipality.” “I encourage residents to use this tool and see some of the really exciting projects going on around Wyndham.”
More trees for Wyndham
Wyndham’s annual tree planting program has wrapped up for the year, and more than 3,900 trees have been planted throughout the City. Residents who have had a new tree planted on their nature strip are encouraged to lend a hand by providing extra water, particularly during the months of low rainfall. In terms of pruning the tree or removing stakes – Council staff will be taking care of this to ensure the tree establishes and remains healthy. The program will continue in 2019, with planning underway to plant 7,000 trees throughout our neighbourhoods. Planting typically occurs between April and August. This is all part of our plan to achieve 25% tree canopy over Wyndham by 2040. To see which streets near you will receive a new tree visit https://digital.wyndham.vic.gov.au/treeplanting
To use this tool visit: https://digital.wyndham.vic.gov.au/capitalworks
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OUT & ABOUT
DUNCANS ROAD Upgrade
Pictured: Tim Pallas MP, Local member for Werribee and Wyndham City Mayor, Cr Peter Maynard
As part of the works: • New exit ramps will be built from the Princes Freeway to Duncans Road • Two new bridges will be built over the Princes Freeway, providing two lanes in each direction • Two new ramps will be added for the Princes Freeway at Duncans Road with an entrance for Geelong-bound traffic coming from Geelong • The intersection of K Road and Duncans Road will be upgraded • New walking and cycling parts along Duncans Road will be built, with safe road crossing areas. This upgrade will improve the journey to tourist attractions and events, improve safety, and make it easier to get to Geelong. For more information on the Duncans Road upgrade, or any of the Western Roads Upgrade projects, visit www.roadprojects.vic.gov.au
DID YOU KNOW? More than 11,000 cars and trucks use the Duncans Road interchange each day, with this number surging when events are held in the precinct.
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Pet & Animal Expo Sunday 16 September, 2018
More than 5000 people flocked to the Civic Centre for a range of activities, stalls and live animal shows as part of the Wyndham’s Pet & Animal Expo. Families had a ball with their furry friends, making the most of the entertainment and education.
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Wyndham City Mayor, Cr Peter Maynard, was joined by Minister for Local Government Marlene Kairouz to mark the beginning of construction of a new Truganina East Integrated Family Learning Centre. The new centre, once complete, will service the growing community with kinder, maternal and child health, playgroups, and community meeting spaces.
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Wyndham City has welcomed the commencement of works on the Duncans Road interchange in Werribee South. The State Government project is part of the Western Roads Upgrade, a package of works which will see the upgrade of eight of Wyndham’s busiest arterial roads.
New Learning Centre
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Point Cook Community Centre re-opens Thursday 18 October, 2018
A revamped Point Cook Community Learning Centre has opened its doors, with plenty on offer for the entire community. Wyndham City Mayor Cr Peter Maynard was joined by Altona MP Jill Hennessy for the reopening, celebrating the expanded library, more spaces for community learning, meeting rooms, study, programs and community activities.
Image by: Imran Abul Kashem
Wyndham History
RED ARCADE The Watton Plaza Arcade in Werribee will soon be transformed into a world of colour, texture and light like never before. RED ARCADE is part of Wyndham’s Christmas in the City celebrations for 2018, featuring live performances, exhibitions of local artists, talks, workshops and many other surprises. Spread over 11 days, this Plaza will become a creative hub, led by public place artists Neil Thomas and David Wells. RED ARCADE will run from 29 November – 9 December 2018 at the Watton Plaza Arcade on Watton Street, Werribee. www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/redarcade
Explore local history on the Wyndham History website! Discover the lives of local ANZACs, what your street used to look like, and even where the local bunyip lives.
Werribee River Local History Bus Tour Wednesday 14 November
You can also share your stories by submitting them online. http://wyndhamhistory.net.au/ For more information visit www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/libraries or call 9742 7999.
Join the Werribee River Association’s Heather Noble guides us along Wyndham’s local waterway.
Exam Cram Study Nights
Heather will share her knowledge about the Werribee River, its history and its people. Bookings required.
Friday 2 November, Friday 9 November
Cost: FREE Morning Tour: 8.45am – 12pm Afternoon Tour: 12.45pm – 4pm Contact: 9742 7999 Where: Werribee Library
Are you or one of your family a VCE, TAFE or University Student? Then come along to one our final EXAM CRAM STUDY NIGHTS. Open after hours just for students to enjoy studying in a quiet space. Snacks will be provided. No bookings required.
Cost: FREE Time: 6:00 – 9:00pm Where: Plaza Library
Book Club Book Buying Night Thursday 8 November Come along and select new books for the Book Club Kit collection as well as meet other Book Club members. The Sun Bookshop will bring along a great selection of titles for you to choose from. This event is for book club members and adults interested in joining a book club. Bookings required. Cost: FREE Time: 6:30 – 7:30pm Where: Manor Lakes Library Send any book suggestions please to the Book Clubs team at: bookclubs@wyndham.vic.gov.au by Monday 22 October. www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/libraries Wyndham News
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Thursday 8 November – Monday 31 December, 2018 OVERWINTERING is an exhibition of work by artists who have created work bringing visibility to Australia’s endangered migratory shorebirds. Featuring local Wyndham artists and artists from across Australia and New Zealand who have created diverse depictions of migratory birds. Cost: FREE Time: 9am – 5pm Where: Wyndham Cultural Centre, 177 Watton St, Werribee Info: www.theoverwinteringproject.com
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Saturday 17 November, 2018 An entertaining day out for the whole family with food, drinks, rides, entertainment as well as indoor and outdoor stalls, raffles and more. Cost: FREE plus free parking around the venue Time: 10am – 7pm Where: St Andrews’ Primary School, Cnr Greaves and Stawell Streets, 110 Greaves Street, Werribee Info: standrewsfair@hotmail.com or werribee@cam.org.au
State Rose & Garden Show Saturday 10 November & Sunday 11 November, 2018 Taking place over two huge days at the Victoria State Rose Garden this event is a fun day out for devoted gardeners and families alike. Featuring some of Australia’s most beloved gardening experts - an opportunity to pick up tricks and tips from the best in the business and a grazing garden with food trucks and live music amongst the roses. Cost: FREE Time: 10am – 4pm Where: Victoria State Rose Garden, K Road, Werribee South Info: www.staterosegardenshow.com.au
Rogue Ginger presents ‘A Low Waste Christmas’ Thursday 22 November, 2018 Stay Well Inc, a Melbourne based not for profit organisation, that aims to raise health awareness and healthy living through a range of events. An indoor Cricket Competition seeks to raise money for the Mother Baby Unit at the Werribee Mercy Hospital. Cost: Team of 6 people - $180, individual, $30 Time: 6:30pm – 8:00pm Contact: 0434 610 714 Where: Point Cook Library, 1-21 Cheetham Street, Point Cook Info: https://bit.ly/2piCBwH
Contact Us
Wyndham Civic Centre 45 Princes Highway Werribee (PO Box 197) Vic 3030
9742 0777
Win! Wyndham City is giving away a night’s stay for two adults at Quest Werribee’s One Bedroom Apartment valued at $269. For your chance to win, simply tell us: How many trees were planted in Wyndham’s annual tree planting program? To submit your entry, visit: www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/competitions Competition closes: 5pm Friday, 30 November, 2018. The winner will be the first randomly selected correct entry submitted. Competition will be drawn 3/12/18. The winner will be notified by phone and email.
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