Tassie Fires Facebook Page








Last Wednesday I attended a conference/forum on disaster resilience of communities. A young lady from Tassie "Mel" created this facebook page the day of the Tassie Fires, within two hours she has around 20,000 followers!! Amazing, with her facebook page, she was able communicate and connect people in need to people who could help in a VERY short time frame. Much shorter then any emergency management service could provide! Something that we can could very seriously learn from!!

Link - http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Tassie-Fires-We-Can-Help/265695153558391

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Monbulk Junior Football Club














It is my pleasure to announce that with the assistance from Cr's Mcarthy, and Child we have provided financial support to the Monbulk under 16's Junior Football club in the sum of $2500.00. I am proud to support "grass roots" sporting clubs as they are the key to developing our young into responsible adults and possibly great sports people!

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Mountain District Car and Bike Show













On the weekend I headed off to the 2013 Mountain District Car and Bike Show. Mother nature put on a great for us and the show had a great turn out. Lots of great looking cars and bikes, "some on my wish list". Lots of stalls and entertainment also! Great event!

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DSE Planned Works


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Hi there I have had a number of people contact me regarding the planned works on Mt Dandenong Tourist road.
 
It is important to note that these works are a joint venture between DSE, Parks Victoria and Vic Roads and stem from Recommendations 56, 60 and 62 from the 2009 Victorian Bushfires Royal Commission. As each of these recommendations relate to state based activity, on state owned and operated land, the outcomes from dangerous tree assessment and removal is exempt the need for council input and guidance.  

This road is a major arterial route which will become an important life blood for the safe egress of our community in preparation for and during an emergency. The planned works will remove dangerous trees in preparation for planned burning, as well as trees that would pose a risk following planned burn activity. This specific planned burn provides an opportunity to reduce the risk in our local community, by increasing the chance of safe travel along this major road. Fuel reduction works will provide an opportunity for:

 

·       Better road safety on Mt Dandenong Tourist Road throughout the year;

·       Reduced risk of dangerous trees blocking this major thoroughfare; and

·       Reduced risk of trees blocking the road or falling on staff or community as a result of burning activity.


The plans associated with these works will have very little impact on Council and council operations. 

·       These works are being undertaken by the State Government in line with findings from the 2009 Bushfires Royal Commission.

·       Yarra Ranges Council is committed to community safety.

·       We understand the critical importance of safe exit routes off the Dandenong Ranges in any emergency.

·       The planned works will remove dangerous trees in preparation for planned burning, as well as trees that would pose a risk following planned burn activity.

·       This specific planned burn provides an opportunity to reduce the risk in our local community, by increasing the chance of safe travel along this major road.

·       Council would encourage interested community members to contact DSE directly on (03) 9210 9371.

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Seville Water Play Park











Hi everyone, just a reminder that there are 2 sensors to activate the water fountains at the park.
The centres of the 2 flowers. Stand on them in BARE FEET to make them work. Kids tried to do it with thongs on and it didn't work! ENJOY :)

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Council Meeting 12th March


 
 





In this up coming council meeting we will be discussing issues such as:

  • Planning Scheme Amendment C103 - Chirnside Park Acivity Centre Development Contributions Plan.
  • Lot S2 Kiimberly Drive (Lot S2 PS615751), Chirnside Park - Consideration of Amended Plans and Purchase of Urban Park.
  • Planning application YR 2012/1232 - Road Reserve in Ingram Rd between Number 31 and 55 (Including  200 Leonard Rd) and Road Reserve in Boundary Rd between Number 15 and 54 (including Number 98 and 98a Killara rd), Coldstream - Vegitation Removal within road reserve.
  • Planning Application YR 2012/714 - 478 Woods Point Road (Lot 1 PS202580) East Warburton - Certificate of Compliance.
  • Patons Road an Mulhans Road, Macclesfield - Special Charge Scheme Final Costs.
  • William Road (Eastern Section), Charles Road (Northern Section) & Gilba Place, Lilydale - Special Charge Scheme Financing Rate Applicable to Landowners Repaying the Special Charge Scheme.
Councillor Motions

Kilsyth Scout Hall

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Hot Weather!














If you are going out today or around the home, enusre you maintain adequate water intake, and remember the young and old are more vulnerable to the heat, so ckeck in on your parents and ensure you little ones are well protected! Unfortunately I have seen what happens when things go wrong!!

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Woolworths Seville Development



This is the plans for the Seville Woolworths Development (from the developer's website). Moree detailed plans are available through the Seville Township Group.

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Intersection Sealing Works








Letting you know that intersection sealing works will be happening over the next few weeks. Intersections to be done are -

Haynes Street and Queens Road, Silvan.
Stevensons Lane and Monbulk-Seville Road, Seville.
Tainton Street and Connors Flat Road, Wandin North.

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Yarra Ranges Pool Seasonal Closures










Hi there, in case you are unaware, our outdoor pools were to close as of Sunday 10 March.  Due to the forecast hot weather for the next week, staff have been in liaison with Belgravia Leisure and have arranged for the outdoor pools to remain open until Wednesday 13 March.  The only exception to this is the Belgrave Pool which will need to close as of Tuesday 12 March as upgrading works are scheduled to start the following day.  This will be reviewed again early next week, when the weather forecast will be checked and consideration given to whether the pools should be kept open any further should the hot weather spell continue.


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Seville Water Play Park Seasonal Closure








The Seville Water Play is scheduled to stay open until the end of the first term holidays in early April.  This information has been passed on the Community Link

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Planned DSE Burns

 
 
 
 
 
SMOKE may be visible in McMahons Creek, Noojee, Powelltown, Warburton, Warburton East and Whites Corner due to a planned burn.

The DSE and Parks Victoria said the planned burn will be carried out today, weather conditions permitting, at the Mississippi Fireline, Big Creek Road Track, new Turkey Spur Road and Big Creek Road in Powelltown.

DSE and Parks Victoria are doing more planned burning to reduce the risk of bushfire to people, property and communities. You may be affected by smoke from these planned burns.

If you are experiencing any symptoms that may be due to smoke exposure, the Department of Health advises that you should seek medical advice or call Nurse on Call on 1300 606 024.

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Pets & Emergencies

 


Your animals are your responsibility. It's up to you to prepare for the safety and welfare of your pets and livestock in the event of an emergency.

Be Prepared


  • Include animals in your household emergency plan
  • Properly identify your pets eg name tags, microchip etc
  • Keep a list of emergency phone numbers on display
  • Be aware that some emergency relief centres may not cater for animals so have an alternative plan

Act Early


  • If moving animals to a safer place, do it early
  • Ensure there they have access to food and water
  • If staying at home secure animals so they can't run away

Be Considerate


If you have to leave pets behind:

  • If possible, leave your pets inside
  • Place pets in separate rooms with small or no windows eg bathroom or laundry
  • Provide food and water in large heavy bowls
  • If left outside, do not tie them up.

Act Safe


  • Your safety, and that of your family, is highly important. Don't risk human life trying to find and protect pets.

Information supplied courtesy of the Attorney General's Department, Emergency Management Australia.

For more information, click on the related links or contact us on 1300 368 333

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Get me about









Plan your trip, get information about local transport services and find out things to do in your community. Covering the council areas of Booroondara, Knox, Manningham, Maroondah, Monash, Whitehorse and Yarra Ranges. http://getmeabout.org.au/

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Grants open up for Sport, Recreation, and Culture.


 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 Sporting, recreation and cultural groups can apply for a share of $100,000 in community grant funding. Council has opened it Community Grants, Capital Development Program 2013/14. One off grants of up to $50,000 are available for projects which focus on infrastructure improvements for community facilities. Yarra Ranges Mayor Jim Child said the grants program aimed to help community groups improve their facilities. “I would encourage groups with a project in mind to check out the eligibility criteria and have a go,” he said. “The grants program is an excellent opportunity for council to provide one-off assistance to groups looking to increase opportunities for participation within their community.”

Applications close on May 17th with funding announcements made in June. More details on the grants program is available online at www.yarraranges.vic.gov.au or by calling Fiona Christopher on 1300 368 333.

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