I write to inform you that the 2016 Volunteer Grants Program is now open. The Australian Government is investing $10 million in Volunteer Grants in recognition of the hard work and many hours volunteers dedicate to not-for-profit organisations. The 2016 Volunteer Grants Program provides funding to support, encourage and increase participation in volunteering in local […]
The last S4Reel movie night of the year! “The Lavender Hill Mob” A classic Ealing comedy starring Alec Guiness; Stanley Holloway; and Audrey Hepburn. Guaranteed laughs and a free feed beforehand- best value in the valley! Dinner from 6pm with the film starting at 7.30 BYO drinks Scintillating company, delicious gourmet food and a movie […]
The State Library of Victoria (in partnership with the National Library of Australia) aims to build a comprehensive collection of Australian publications to ensure that Australians have access to their documentary heritage now and in the future. The Library has traditionally collected items in print, but it is also committed to preserving electronic publications of […]
From the Shire: Friday, 4 November 2016 November is typically the time of year where Council begins its preparations for the upcoming fire season, and undertakes inspections on private property to remind landowners to reduce their bushfire risk by removing fire fuels. But since the October 9 wind event, we acknowledge that this year’s fire […]
WHAT: “Long Term Recovery Issues After Disasters” – OPEN FORUM Presentation by Dr Rob Gordon and Assoc. Prof Lisa Gibbs – (University of Melbourne Beyond Bushfires research study) WHEN: Wednesday 9th November, 7pm, WHERE: Kinglake Community Centre From Kinglake Ranges Neighbourhood House: “We are coordinating a very special event on WEDNESDAY 9TH NOVEMBER @ The […]
From the Shire: “The clean ups have begun. Contractors have been told to do whole roads. So, for example, we might have ten requests for Steels Creek Road, but rather than do individual requests we will go from south to north.” “All clean-ups should be completed by Christmas, well in time for the fire season. […]
John Holland-KBR JV on behalf of Melbourne Water will upgrade a 5.7km section of the Maroondah Aqueduct between Balgownie Estate and Pauls Lane. The project’s preparation works will begin in mid-October and construction activity will begin in late October between Bleases Lane and Pauls Lane. Works will take approximately 12 months to complete. Preparation works will commence in mid-October. […]
Sustainable Gargening Australia has a number of sustainable gardening events coming up that you may be interested in: Water Smart Gardening with Richard Rowe – Footscray – Saturday 22nd October – 10:30am to 12:30pm Water is critical to a garden’s success but it is becoming an increasingly scarce resource. Join SGA’s own Richard Rowe and […]
There’s just way too many Christmas carols events to choose from these days. So rather than have another locals Christmas Carols event, we’re having a “Carols Christmas” event. We’ve taken on-board many of the suggestions made following last years Carols event but we’re always open to more and new ideas. WHEN: Sunday 18th December (late […]
Call for volunteers! Although this event is in Toolangi they do need as many volunteers as possible. Volunteers will be rewarded with seeing firsthand, how environmental sculptors create works of art in the forest over a two week period. Full information for volunteers is available here Reggie Clark from Linden Gate Gallery and Sharon Plummer from Kinglake have […]