Wednesday, 17 July 2019

Yarra Ranges Council Meeting Tuesday 23rd July.

Yarra Ranges Council Meeting Tuesday 23/07 7pm at Council Chamber, Civic Centre, Anderson Street, Lilydale.
Members of the public are more than welcome to attend.
Items for resolution. .........
. Planning Application YR - 2018/1120 - Unit 1/91-111 Brice Avenue, Mooroolbark.
. Planning Scheme Amendment C176 (proposed rezoning and residential subdivision at Lot 3 Holloway Road, Wonga Park) - Consideration of Submissions. 
. Healesville Structure Plan - Action Plan Progress Report 2019.
. Residential Design Guidelines for Villa Units and Townhouse Developments.
. Councillor Expenditure Policy - Reimbursement of Expenses for Cr McAllister.
. Ribbons of Green Program 10 Year Evaluation.
. CT5854 - Provision of Cleaning Services - Tender Evaluation Report.
. Local Government Renewable Power Purchase Agreement.
Also:
. Items raised through the Chair.
. Reports from delegates. 

Agenda: https://www.yarraranges.vic.gov.au/Lists/Minutes-Agendas/23-July-2019-Council-Meeting?agenda

Warburton RSL 74th Charter Luncheon

Pleasure to attend the 74th Charter Luncheon of the Warburton RSL Sub-Branch. Many thanks to guest speaker Thom Baselier who gave a very informative talk of the Dutch Resistance during World War 2. Thank you Wayne Morgan (President) and members of the Warburton RSL Sub-Branch for your kind invitation.

Walhalla - Telstra Mobile 4G Tower switched on


Congratulations Walhalla. A strong digital platform across the Shires of Baw Baw and Yarra Ranges benefits us all, residents, business and tourists alike.. Like Baw Baw Shire Council, Yarra Ranges Council also thanks the Federal Government's Black Spot Program, Tony Smith MP & Russell Broadbent MP 👏👏👏. ...





Sunday, 14 July 2019

'You Can’t ask that – Disability'

I was pleased to attend Yarra Ranges Council 'You Can’t ask that – Disability' panel session last Wednesday.The session covered the questions people feel uncomfortable asking with humour and respect.
There were 50 attendees who all indicated a big shift (including myself) in their understanding of disability and the barriers to inclusion after attending the event. A big thank you to Council's Diversity & Inclusion Steering Committee. 👏👏

Wednesday, 10 July 2019

Yarra Junction CEDA Forum

Last night I attended the Community Economic Development Association (CEDA) Warburton Valley Forum. Thank you so much to the Live Well-Be Well, at the Yarra Valley Living Centre CEO Barry Money, Jodi Hobbs, Tracey Lyndon, Judy Ryan and staff for being such wonderful hosts. Great networking and a pleasure to meet so many passionate business operators and community members. A big thank you to CEDA's Michael Hibbert, Phil & Megan Wallens for making everyone so welcome.
Thank you to Yarra Ranges Council Yarra Ranges Business Kate Harris for coming along tonight.
Learn more about CEDA @ https://www.visitwarburton.com.au/ceda
#cedawarburtonvalley

Monday, 8 July 2019

Circular Economy Policy - To deal with our waste. ....

The Victorian Government is developing a circular economy policy and action plan for Victoria. Today Minister Hon Lily D'Ambrosio MP announced that the Government's Circular Economy Policy Issues Paper is released and consultation has commenced.
The State Government/Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning wants to hear from all businesses, communities, councils and households about your views on shifting to a more circular Victorian economy.
Have your say now at: https://engage.vic.gov.au/circulareconomy
“We’re transforming the way we think about waste and resource recovery - developing a circular economy will deliver better environmental, social and economic results for Victoria.”
“A circular economy will not only improve Victoria’s waste and recycling systems - it will support local businesses and create local jobs here in Victoria."
“I encourage Victorians to have their say on this important issue as we work towards a final policy in 2020.” - Minister Hon Lily D'Ambrosio MP.
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Thursday, 4 July 2019

Advent Care Yarra Ranges Redevelopment

After a journey of 3 years our wonderful Advent Care Yarra Ranges facility has now been redeveloped and will continue to have a strong presence in our community now and into the future providing much appreciated aged care services.
Thank you to the Advent Care Board, Warburton and Yarra Junction Community Bank Branches, Warburton Adventists Church Community and the amazing staff of AdventCare Yarra Ranges. 
A very special thank you to Geoff Rippingale who has worked voluntarily and tirelessly behind the scenes during the entire redevelopment ensuring that the project met all expectations.
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