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2015-16 Year inreviewPages 4 and 5

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Jump online and book hard waste collections, request a residential parking permit, report faults, renew disabled parking permits and register a domestic animal. You can also apply for works zone, road and footpath occupancy permits.

There are now more ways than ever to live your life on your timetable. That means we’re creating new online options so you can access our services at any time, day or night, from your computer, phone, or tablet (while still accessing the services you’re used to in person, by mail and email, or over the phone).

You’ve told us you want more online tools for living, working and thriving in Boroondara. We’re making this happen. Over the coming months you’ll see us creating digital services that connect you at the push of a button, from wherever you are.

Get the Boroondara Bulletin delivered direct to your inbox: bulletin.boroondara.vic.gov.au

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Front cover: Students Christian, Arjun and Layla from Boroondara Park Primary School.

Did you know you can now access even more Council services on our website? Access your Council online, any time

“You’ve told us you want more online tools for living, working and thriving in Boroondara. We’re making this happen.”

Just visit boroondara.vic.gov.au and search for the service you need. And if you’d like more information you can find it on our website.

Have you downloaded these free apps?My-waste® is now a part of Recycle Coach.

Keep track of waste collections and set reminders. Search the ‘What Goes Where?’ database and do your bit for the environment.

For more information visit recyclecoach.com .

Spotted a dangerous pothole? Or maybe some broken playground equipment? Get it fixed quickly and easily using Snap Send Solve.

For more information visit snapsendsolve.com .

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Protecting heritage The Heritage Overlay is one of the mechanisms that Council uses to protect heritage places. Council has begun a Municipal Wide Heritage Gap Study - a program to identify and protect significant heritage properties and precincts by including them in Heritage Overlays.

Inclusion of properties and precincts in a Heritage Overlay triggers the requirement for a planning permit for demolition, alterations and additions. This gives Council the opportunity to assess the impact of new development on the heritage significance of a place or precinct.

However, the process of including properties in a Heritage Overlay is complex. There is a statutory process that Council must follow in order to include a property in the Heritage Overlay. This includes obtaining expert assessment, consultation with affected property owners, community and stakeholders and, if required, presentation to an independent panel. The final decision to include a property in a Heritage Overlay is in the hands of the Minister for Planning.

Municipal Wide Heritage Gap Study Due to the complex nature of including properties in Heritage Overlays, Council has decided to undertake the unprecedented Municipal Wide Heritage Gap Study.

The study has two components. The first part is a coordinated, street-by-street heritage assessment of properties outside existing Heritage Overlays. This will provide the latest and most up-to-date source of information of important heritage places in Boroondara.

The assessment will take two years to complete. Canterbury, Camberwell, Kew and Hawthorn are the first four suburbs to be

assessed over 2016 and 2017. Kew East, Hawthorn East, Glen Iris, Ashburton and Mont Albert will be assessed in the following year.

Once the assessment is completed, Council will begin the second part of the study, which involves undertaking a planning scheme amendment to include the identified properties and precincts in Heritage Overlays within the Boroondara Planning Scheme.

The study and the introduction of heritage controls to places and precincts will take five years to complete. This will give us the rigour required and the best chance of success when we seek approval from the Minister.

Our community puts high value on Boroondara’s heritage places. These places are part of our history and they play a significant role in shaping Boroondara’s unique neighbourhood character.

Preserving local heritage

To keep up-to-date with the study, visit boroondara.vic.gov.au/heritage-gap-study .

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In the 2015-16 financial year, the City of Boroondara:

assisted 93 groups with annual Council community grants

collected 37,000 tonnes of household waste,

19,000 tonnes of household recyclables and 15,000 tonnes of

green waste

planted 53,388 indigenous trees,

shrubs, grasses and groundcovers

completed 6,668 graffiti

removal requests

responded to over 196,000 phone calls

and 9,800 online requests

received 1,501 new planning

applications

attracted 2.44 million visits to Boroondara’s

leisure and aquatic centres

processed 2.36 million loans

through our libraries

administered 28,606 vaccinations

welcomed 1,068 new citizens

in citizenship ceremonies

maintained 250 parks, gardens and sportsgrounds

provided over 106,000 hours of

in-home care for the elderly and people with

a disability

maintained 102 public

playgrounds

maintained 562 kilometres

of roads

maintained 692 kilometres

of stormwater pipes

maintained 2,268 kilometres

of footpaths

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The 2015-16 year in review

Customer First

A priority for us has been the Boroondara Customer First Program, aiming to ensure your interactions with Council are increasingly seamless and digital-ready. Throughout the year we asked our community to contribute to discussions to help us shape the future of our service delivery as we reviewed our processes and digital capacity. As a result, this financial year we’re creating brand new digital and online platforms and services that will begin rolling out in May, so you can live and work in Boroondara your way, on your timetable.

Our results At the end of 2015–16, our financial position remains sound with a net surplus of $41.12 million ($13.6 million above what was predicted due to conservative budgeting of revenue streams and increased revenue for open space contributions).

The $41.12 million surplus is largely committed funds for a range of community projects and reduction in debt, including: • $22.4 million reduction in debt over the next two years • $5.7 million for funding received for capital projects undertaken and to be completed in 2017-18 • $3.5 million for projects commenced but not yet completed • $4.5 million for reserves required for open space and defined benefits • $1.2 million for non-cash accounts entries compared to budget.This leaves $3.7 million as the available surplus.

A surplus net result means we are well placed to maintain and renew the City’s $3.3 billion net community assets. We maintained infrastructure assets at the expected levels, while continuing to deliver the services needed by the community: $45 million was invested in renewal, expansion and upgrade works during the 2015–16 year.

In 2015-16, Council completed 95 per cent of its Annual Plan commitments with the remaining 5 per cent underway.

Expansions and upgrades

Our focus on making Boroondara a great place to live, work and play means ensuring facilities continue to serve evolving community needs. One major project that was completed in 2015-16 was the redevelopment of the Boroondara Sports Complex, while the designs for the new North East Community Hub and the redevelopment of the Balwyn Library were finalised.

A total of $45m was spent on renewal, expansion and upgrade of assets including $4.1 million on our parks, open spaces, playgrounds and streetscapes. $15.8 million was spent on drains, footpaths and local roads, and $19 million on the renewal of community buildings.

Our building renewal program saw work on 32 buildings. Notable projects that were completed during the period included the North Balwyn and Greythorn tennis pavilions and an upgrade to Highgate Childcare Centre.

New projects

Another $8.9 million was invested in new projects, including the Glenferrie Water Management Plan, Camberwell Fresh Food Market entry works, and the Hawthorn Arts Centre Civic Space. Additional new projects included an extension to the Hawthorn U3A building, Victoria Park Master Plan works (including paths and entry works), Shopping Centre Improvement Plan works at Harp Village and the Gordon Barnard Reserve East oval reconstruction.

Other exciting projects included the 2015 Boroondara Sustainability Awards for Schools, and the implementation of a new Graffiti Strategy.

We are committed to ensuring that our community has a say in matters of interest. In the annual state-wide Local Government Community Satisfaction Survey, the City of Boroondara was yet again ranked as one of the top performing councils across the state and metropolitan area. We continue to work on improving your customer experience.

Customer satisfaction

The City of Boroondara’s Annual Report 2015-16 highlights the achievements and challenges of the past year. It reports on the third year of Council’s four-year term and sets out how we are meeting the strategic objectives set out in the Council Plan 2013-17.

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Creating a strong community If you’re part of a local not-for-profit or community organisation looking for assistance to enhance or deliver your services, the City of Boroondara may be able to help.

Applications for the Boroondara Triennial Operational Community Grants 2017-20 (grants that occur every three years) open Monday 21 November 2016 and close Sunday 15 January 2017.

The grants program supports not-for-profit organisations to develop their services, activities and events through valuable funding and promotes a stronger Boroondara community.

Triennial Operational Grants are offered in three streams:

Creative Community - supporting the presentation and development of arts and cultural programs, festivals, events and activities.

Healthy Community - enhancing connections within the community, as well as the health and wellbeing of individuals, families and community groups, across all ages, abilities, and cultural backgrounds.

Sustainable Community - supporting initiatives that encourage sustainable living, recycling, healthy waterways, cycling and walking, and urban agriculture.

To get involved and start your application, view the program guidelines and application forms at boroondara.vic.gov.au/our-city/community/grants .

The Community Strengthening Grants 2016-17 program has awarded $305,710 to 76 community-run projects. Balwyn Rotary contributed $222,000 of this funding. For the list of 2016-17 grant recipients visit boroondara.vic.gov.au/our-city/community/grants . Applications for the 2017-18 grants program open in April 2017.

2016-17 Community Strengthening Grants

Triennial Operational Grants 2017-20

For any queries contact the Community Planning and Development Department on 9278 4753 or email communitygrants@boroondara.vic.gov.au .

Recent grants to the Kew Historical Society supported a series of stunning Victorian era fashion exhibitions.

Seniors group, Keenagers, purchased new equipment for their social table tennis meet ups with their grant.

Grants to the Salvation Army Camberwell help with their hot lunch program for disadvantaged people in the community.

The Triennial Operational Grants are for helping day to day operations. The Community Strengthening grants provide support for projects.

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Getting to school the active way is easy!Most parents know how hard it can be to drag kids away from their screens for long enough to get their recommended 60 minutes of exercise each day. It’s good to know that Council has introduced innovative and fun ways to help get kids outside and active on their way to school.

We run a number of programs and initiatives to get kids walking, cycling, scooting and skating to school, including Walk to School month in October, Walk or Wheel Wednesday in Term 2 and the Boroondara Active and Safe Schools (BASS) program.

Both Camberwell South Primary School and Boroondara Park Primary School took part in the 2015/16 BASS program and chose to install the Tracks to School wayfinding stickers. Chatham Primary

School had their tracks installed as a prize for the 2015 Walk to School month.

The native animal themed, brightly coloured pavement stickers, installed on a select number of safe routes that have the greatest student catchment, show just how quick and easy it is to walk, cycle, skate or scoot to school.

The tracks show how far it is to school and how long it will take to walk, cycle, skate or scoot along the track. Each track starts at a local landmark like Balwyn Library or a key intersection to provide a known meeting point for parents and students.

Randal Symons, Deputy Principal at Boroondara Park Primary School said students who travel to school actively are more alert.

“The combination of some fresh air and movement has a positive effect on their emotional and physical wellbeing, ” said Mr Symons.

“We’ve been pleased with how parents and students have engaged in active transport and we’re working on initiatives to build upon this. It’s an easy way to establish the habit of daily exercise from an early age.

“Having these tracks around our school will hopefully keep students involved. Initiatives that get our students moving are a win-win. It’s great for our students’ well-being and there’s less traffic on the street, making it even safer to be active,” he said.

Local schools rewarded with Tracks to School

For more information visit boroondara.vic.gov.au/our-city/cycling-walking/schools-active-travel .

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Camberwell Film Society When the Camberwell Film Society first screened its movies 60 years ago it was on 16mm film.

The technology is now new, with films screened using high definition digital technology and the latest in DVD projection.

Once a month film enthusiasts can come along and enjoy a movie, share a glass of vino and chat about the latest, and at times, the not so latest movies (with classics among the selection).

Secretary of the Camberwell Film Society, Bill Kerr said like many film enthusiasts he grew up in front of the television watching Bill Collins and frequenting the cinema.

“We’ve had some memorable moments at the club like when a 92 year old club member came to watch Beneath Hill 60 and she was proudly wearing her families war medals - she asked to make a presentation before the film and it turned out the starring character was her dad,” said Bill.

“Another highlight was hosting one of Australian television and film industry greats, Gill Brealey, who introduced our featured film one night, Aussie classic, Breaker Morant.”

What: monthly movie including dramas, musicals, documentaries, Aussie classics, the latest and golden greats (tea/coffee/wine included).

When: 7.30pm, Wednesday 14 December 2016

Where: Camberwell Community Centre, 33 Fairholm Grove, Camberwell

For more information contact wkerr@access.net.au .

Follow the Star 2016This festive season, take a moment to contemplate Christmas with the annual Follow The Star program at Burwood United Church.

“I think it’s a lovely thing to offer the community. Instead of

being bombarded with the usual festive commercialism, it’s a quiet, meditative place for people to think about the Christmas period and what it means to them,” says event coordinator, Felicity Fallon.

The display is a depiction of the story of the first Christmas and is accompanied by a Christmas Tree Forest. Local schools, kindergartens and community organisations each personalise a tree. The church ladies embroider decorations, the local badminton group gets creative with shuttlecocks and school children eagerly await their chance to craft and hang their decorations.

“We put up a banner and apparently the minute it goes up the children at St Benedict’s Primary School are asking their teachers, ‘when are we going down to Follow the Star?’” says Felicity.

What: Follow The Star (open to the public daily with the exception of Sundays).

When: Monday to Saturday, various times, from 1 to 23 December 2016.

Where: Burwood Uniting Church, corner of Warrigal Road and Hyslop Street, Glen Iris.

For more information visit: burwood.unitingchurch.org.au

Christmas at the VillageHead down with your feathered, webbed or furry friends on Saturday 3 December for a polaroid snap with Santa. It’s all part of the free fun at this new Christmas event at The Village, Balwyn North.

Enjoy face painting, store specials and competitions, or simply join in the fun with the Sisters and Misters choir, as the 70 strong member chorus harmonises to old and new festive favourites.

Coordinator of the event, Janet Busby said that the day is part of a series of events so people can get to know their neighbours and soak up the village atmosphere.

“Balwyn North Village is a community based village where people get their first job, kindergartens fundraise and school kids catch up after school. The traders know you by name and many have run established businesses for a long time,” says Janet.

“It’s the perfect place to bring people together at this special time of year.”

“In the spirit of Christmas we hope people support the fundraising efforts of the North Balwyn Rotary Club who will be holding a raffle and barbecue at the event.”

What: free, special Christmas event.

When: 10am to 2pm, Saturday 3 December 2016

Where: Balwyn North Village, Doncaster Road, North Balwyn (corner Doncaster and Bulleen Road).

For more information call event coordinator, Janet Busby 0403 308 937.

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In December enjoy the screening of 70s cult classic, Harold and Maude.

Let’s celebrate together at the Balwyn Village this Christmas.

Follow the Star this Christmas.

Download a copy of the the full Short Course Guide at: boroondara.vic.gov.au/community-centres . Printed copies are also available at Boroondara libraries and neighbourhood houses.

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What’s on at your Neighbourhood HouseConnect, learn and grow with your local community

Kokedama balls Alamein Neighbourhood and Learning Centre Learn the Japanese art of binding plants into mini hanging works of art - 2pm to 5pm. Saturday 26 November 2016. Cost: $122 (one session). Watercolour painting and mixed media Ashburton Community Centre Develop your painting skills and individual style with tutor Natalie Fernandes. All levels - 1pm to 3pm, Tuesdays. Cost: $155 (nine classes). Watercolour classes Balwyn Community Centre Monday, Thursday morning and evening, Friday. Call 9836 7942 or visit www.balwyncc.org.au for further information. Living Christmas wreath Camberwell Community Centre Make a living Christmas wreath with foliage, nuts, berries and blooms to last - 10am to 1pm, Saturday 10 December 2016. Cost: $80 plus $40 materials. Writer’s workshop Canterbury Neighbourhood Centre This stimulating group discusses a range of writing techniques and analyses members work to give feedback - 10am to 10.45am, Fridays. Cost: $100 (five weeks).

Victorian Guild of China Painters The Craig Family Centre Learn and practice the art of China Painting at workshops and weekends away. All levels - 10am to 4pm, third Saturday of the month. Cost $25 per year. Rhythm ’n’ Soul choir Hawthorn Community House Four-part harmony choir singing pop, soul, folk and gospel. All levels welcome - 7.45pm to 9.15pm, Mondays. Cost: $156 (10 weeks). The art of drawing Kew Neighbourhood Learning Centre Bring your own project or start a new one - 12noon to 2pm, Thursdays. Cost: $185 (eight weeks). Details: 9853 3126. Classical music appreciation Surrey Hills Neighbourhood Centre Share and discuss a piece of music that you love - 7.30pm to 9pm. Last Wednesday of the month. Cost: $4.

Arts and musicWhether you’re looking to join a group to help you shape your latest novel, or a class to refine your artistic skills, your local centre is the best place to start. From painting to singing through to floristry, we have a wide range of courses, workshops and events to cater for the artists of Boroondara. To find out what’s happening in your neighbourhood, visit a centre, call or go online.

Your local Neighbourhood Houses

Alamein Neighbourhood and Learning Centre 49 Ashburn Grove, Ashburton. Ph: 9885 9401 alameinnlc.com.auAshburton Community Centre 160 High Street, Ashburton. Ph: 9885 7952 ashburtoncc.org.au

Balwyn Community Centre 412 Whitehorse Road, Surrey Hills. Ph: 9836 7942 balwyncc.org.auBowen Street Community Centre Camberwell 102 Bowen Street, Camberwell. Ph: 9889 0791 bowenstreet.org.auCamberwell Community Centre 33 Fairholm Grove, Camberwell. Ph: 9882 2611 camberwellcommunitycentre.org.auCanterbury Neighbourhood Centre 2 Rochester Road, Canterbury. Ph: 9830 4214 canterburynh.org.au

The Craig Family Centre 7 Samarinda Avenue, Ashburton. Ph: 9885 7789 craigfc.org.auHawthorn Community House 32 Henry Street, Hawthorn. Ph: 9819 2629 hch.org.auKew Neighbourhood Learning Centre 2-12 Derby Street, Kew. Ph: 9853 3126 kewnlc.org.auSurrey Hills Neighbourhood Centre 157 Union Road, Surrey Hills. Ph: 9890 2467 surreyhillsnc.org.au

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Polymer ClayMake beautiful jewellery and accessories.Ashburton: Mon 10am - 11.30am 25/7 (4wks) $55 or $15 casual class

Video Techniques: Introduction Learn how to take high quality videos.Alamein: Fri 12.30pm - 3pm 7/10 (4wks) $160

Watercolour PaintingAshburton: Mon 1pm - 3pm Experienced Tue 1.30pm - 3.30pm 11/7 (8wks); 3/10 (8wks) $135Beginner/Experienced Wed 7pm - 9pm 12/7 (10wks) $135; 4/10 (10wks) $135Beginner 27/7 (8wks); 19/10 (8wks) $135 Balwyn: Mon 10am - 12pm 11/7 (9wks); 3/10 (9wks) $177Mon 1pm - 3pm 18/7 (9wks); 3/10 (9wks) $177Thu 10am - 12pm 14/7 (9wks); 6/10 (9wks) $177Thu 7.30pm - 9.30pm 14/7 (9wks); 6/10 (9wks) $177Fri 10am - 12pm 15/7 (9wks); 7/10 (9wks) $177Camberwell: Tue 10am - 12.30pm 19/7 (5wks); 25/10 (5wks) $130Tue 1pm - 3pm 19/7 (8wks) $165; 4/10 (7wks) $145Wed 10am - 12pm 13/7 (9wks) $175; 5/10 (9wks) $175Thu 10am - 12pm 21/7 (8wks); 6/10 (8wks) $165Thu 7pm - 9pm 14/7 (8wks); 6/10 (8wks) $165Canterbury: Tue 9.30am - 11.30am 12/7 (8wks); 4/10 (8wks) $180Tue 12.45pm - 2.45pm 12/7 (8wks); 11/10 (8wks) $180Surrey Hills: Wed 10am - 12pm 13/7 (10wks) $180; 5/10 (11wks) $198Wed 1pm - 3pm 13/7 (10wks) $180; 5/10 (11wks) $198

Cooking

Afghan CookbookProduced by the ladies of the Afghan Women’s Group, this cookbook shares the secrets of the Afghan kitchen for you to enjoy at home.Craig: $10

Cheese MakingCome along and learn how to make mozzarella, camembert and feta in a relaxed atmosphere and you get to take your cheeses home with you.Bowen Street: Sat 10am - 4pm 13/8; $85 or Sun 10am - 4pm 9/10; $85Cooking Small Eating Well Kitchen DemoAn ongoing fortnightly program for older people to explore new recipes and learn to cook for one or two people.Hawthorn: Tue 1pm - 3pm 12/7 Fortnightly $6 per session

Gourmet Baking with CarlaLearn to make yummy biscuits and sweet treats for yourself or for gifts.Bowen Street: Thu 7pm - 9pm 15/8; $40 Ingredients includedGourmet Christmas GoodiesBalwyn: Fri 10am - 3pm 11/11 (1 workshop) $95

Japanese Cooking Street Foods; Okonomiyaki; Vegetarian; Sushi RollSurrey Hills: Fri 7pm - 9pm 5/8; 9/9; 7/10; 2/12 (1 session each) $70

Kitchen to the World DVDThe Afghan Women’s Cooking Group share their culture and amazing cuisine in this short film.Craig: $9 incl. postage

Men Making MealsAshburton: Thu 10am - 12.30pm 18/7 (5wks); 10/10 (5wks) $160Preserving WorkshopsCitrus; Christmas GiftsSurrey Hills: Sat 9.30am - 12.30pm 13/8; 12/11 (1 session) $70

Textiles, Jewellery & FurnitureBobbin LaceAshburton: Tue 1pm - 3pm 12/7 (10wks); 4/10 (10wks) $175

Fashion Fixing & Up-Cycling Workshop“Show n Tell” consultations, make tote bag. Class covers: alterations, hand sewing, clothing ‘re-creation’.Alamein: Sat 10am - 1pm 10/9 (1 session) $40; 12/11 (1 session) $40French Polishing & Furniture RestorationBalwyn: Wed 12.30pm - 3.30pm 13/7 (9wks); 5/10 (9wks) $273Thu 9.15am - 11.45am 14/7 (9wks); 6/10 (9wks) $227Thu 12.30pm - 3.30pm 14/7 (9wks); 6/10 (9wks) $273Thu 7.30pm - 9.30pm 14/7 (9wks); 6/10 (9wks) $197

Jewellery from Household Plastics & Found ObjectsCreate stunning wearable pieces of art (bracelet, necklace, earrings) using simple plastics and ‘found objects’. Includes design and construction using basic tools.Alamein: Sat 2pm - 5pm 10/9 (1wk) $45Knit and Yarn with InstructorCome along and get advice on knitting or crotchet. All levels.Balwyn: Thu 1pm - 3pm (ongoing) $15 per sessionOverlockerCamberwell: Tue 9.30am - 12.30pm 23/8 (3wks) $100

Patchwork & Quilting GroupAshburton: Thu 1pm - 3pm (ongoing)$4 per session

Spinners & Knitters GroupAshburton: 2nd and 4th Wed of month 1pm - 3pm (ongoing) $4 per sessionStitch & Chat Camberwell: Thu 10.30am - 12.30pm (ongoing) $5 per sessionSurrey Hills: Mon fortnightly 1.30pm - 3.30pm 11/7 (5wks)10/10 (5wks) $4 per session

Tapestry WorkgroupBalwyn: Tue 10pm - 12pm (ongoing) $5 per session

Upholstery & Soft FurnishingTurn that old piece of furniture into something beautiful!Canterbury: Tue 9.45am - 12.45pm or 12.45pm - 3.45pm 11/7 (9wks); 4/10 (9wks) $252

The City of Boroondara is home to ten Community and Neighbourhood Houses.

Our Centres offer over 200 courses and activities; art groups, further education and personal development, friendly fully-accredited childcare facilities, child and youth activities, social groups and fitness classes – all conveniently located around Boroondara. You will be surprised how close you are to one!

We have many years of experience with fantastic tutors and courses that are constantly evolving and growing to meet community need. Most importantly, there is something for everyone - from the very young to most senior.

Courses are a mix of term based, short courses and one-off programs. Often activities can be joined mid-term. We try to keep the cost of our programs affordable and accessible, some are even free. Call our Centres for further details on any course that you are considering, we are happy to help.

Look up some of the wonderful activities we have on offer and enrol in a short course now – and check out our websites for our latest programmes and events!

Boroondara Community & Neighbourhood Houses Short Course Guide

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Child Care 2

Children and Teen Art Activities 2

Community 4

The Arts 5

Creative 6

Cooking 7

Health and Wellbeing 8

Languages 10

Technology and Workskills 12

General Interest – Bookgroups, Cards and Games 13

Room Hire 14

Volunteer Activites 14

Festivals and Events 14

Workshops 14

Semester two: July to December 2016

Drowning is one of the leading causes of death for Australian children, with backyard swimming pools, spas and inflatable pools the most common places where incidents occur.

You can prevent drowning by installing compliant barriers, constantly supervising children and ensuring that your pool and spa barriers meet legal safety requirements and are in proper working order.

It is the owner’s and occupier’s responsibility to maintain safety barriers at all times.

An inflatable or portable pool which holds a water depth of 30cm or more requires a safety barrier that complies with Victorian building regulations. You will also need to apply for a building permit to install it.

Kidsafe Victoria has an online assessment app (kidsafevic.com.au/water-safety/pool-fence-safety) to help check the safety of pool areas.

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Christmas is almost upon us

Love food, hate waste? How safe is your pool?

Buy locally and explore a new neighbourhoodIn Boroondara, when it comes to shopping we are spoilt for choice. With a unique range of vibrant shopping strips, personalised villages, craft, curios, antiques and fabulous fresh food you’ll discover the perfect gifts right on your doorstep.

Supporting your favourite traders helps ensure your community remains a vibrant and great place to live. For a list of fab shopping centres and strips visit boroondara.vic.gov.au/business/shopping-centres .

Boroondara is a treasure trove of shopping surprises. To explore your neighbourhood’s hidden secrets, as well as popular favourites, be sure to check out our Boroondara Pocket Book, Your Insider’s Guide to Melbourne’s East. For an electronic copy visit boroondara.vic.gov.au/pocketbook or call 9278 4879 to request a copy.

Promote your event or business for free Are you offering product deals or holding events that will be exclusive to the festive season? At Boroondara we are celebrating the spirit of Christmas by providing an opportunity for you to gain free exposure for your Christmas event or business promotion via our online Boroondara Life Christmas Events Page.

Whether you’re a community group, local business, school or resident - we want to hear about your event or offer. We’ll then let everyone know about it via the online events page and social media throughout December.

Simply visit boroondaralife.com.au/new-event/, fill in the details and upload a photo.

Do you regularly find yourself throwing out food that has gone off in the fridge?

While nobody wants to waste food, it does happen. This could be costing your family money and wasting precious resources.

On average, Victorian households throw out $2,200 worth of food per year. That’s a whole lot of lovingly grown, prepared, and once-nutritious food ending up in landfill.

The good news?

Wasting food is something that we can easily change by doing just a few simple things.

Join our expert presenter from Cultivating Communities as she shares top tips for avoiding food waste and recycling your food scraps.

You’ll save on your grocery bill and help the environment too.

When: 6.30 pm to 8pm Wednesday 7 December 2016 Where: Craig Family Centre, 7 Samarinda Avenue, Ashburton

Bookings essential.

For more information visit boroondara.vic.gov.au/pools or call Building Services on 9278 4999.

To book or sign up for our e-newsletter visit boroondara.vic.gov.au/living-for-our-future or call 9278 4011.

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Boroondara sets five-year strategy for economic development and tourism

Feedback via an online survey asked questions like what makes our local shopping centres best-in-class, what drawcards are you proud to show visitors, and what motivates people to ‘buy local’. The strategy was determined through initial research and community consultation.

Respondents supported the strategy’s five key objectives: • a focus on neighbourhood shopping centres • Boroondara as a tourism destination • being ‘ready for business’ • helping businesses establish and grow • Council continuing to provide leadership and foster key partnerships.

Community feedback also provided insight into top motivators for buying local which were: • quality of offering • value for money • diversity of shops • accessibility • advertising and • locally sourced products.

Insights into key Boroondara attractions were also sought and included parks and gardens, shopping centres, restaurants and cafes, markets and heritage buildings.

We will investigate the possibility of a ‘locally purchased’ certification scheme for retailers and gauge support for other local shopper reward schemes.

To view a copy of the Economic Development and Tourism Strategy 2016 to 2021 visit our website boroondara.vic.gov.au .

Following community input, the City of Boroondara endorsed its Economic Development and Tourism Strategy 2016-21.

Considering a pet for Christmas?A brand new puppy or kitten is the hardest present to wrap but the most exciting one to receive. Always ensure whoever is receiving the pet is ready to make a long-term commitment to care for it.

Cute puppies and kittens grow up to be dogs and cats. Dogs can live as long as 15 years, and cats can live even longer. They also need to be registered and microchipped.

Don’t let your gift become a number at the pound. Consider all the responsibilities of being a pet owner before you decide.

For more information about responsible pet ownership visit vic.gov.au/pets .

To register a new pet visit boroondara.vic.gov.au/new-pet-registrations or call 9278 4444.

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Boroondara Arts 2017 programs announced!

Taking place inside our fabulous venues and outside in your local neighbourhoods Boroondara Arts presents a jam-packed program with some of the best arts events, right on your doorstep.Performance From Melbourne Ballet Company and The Zelman Symphony through to big bands, classical, cabaret and the 11 piece explosion that is The Bombay Royale - the 2017 program will see Hawthorn Arts Centre bursting with must-see events. Our acoustic jewel, the Kew Court House will feature collaborations from some of Australia’s most interesting artists as well as music from Turkey, Italy, Greece, Colombia and Africa. From the classical to the contemporary, 2017 is about reacquainting ourselves with the known and diverging into the new and unexplored. Visual Arts Town Hall Gallery has an exciting program of exhibitions, public programs and events that will showcase works from The Collection, commissioned works by new artists and a wonderful retrospective of works by Clement Meadmore. We will kick off our program highlighting recent sculptural acquisitions by leading Australian artist, Emily Floyd from 14 January 2017.

What’s onBoroondara Arts

Families Sharing stories, recounting parents’ favourite car songs, and laughing at those ridiculous low-brow kids’ comedians are all memories formed by kids and their families. With brilliant theatre, hilarious comedy and some of the best music in town, enjoy some of those familiar moments that might just hang around in the family memory bank for life.Participate Our Participate program offers a variety of low cost and free creative opportunities for you to get involved with in 2017. Want to dance like no one is watching or explore the wetlands trails and frog habitats of your local billabong? Want to upskill your arts practice and work towards world domination? We’ve got you covered. For more details of our 2017 programs, please visit boroondara.vic.gov.au .

Home Alone (PG)Saturday 3 DecemberGreythorn Park, North BalwynHoliday Inn (PG)Saturday 10 DecemberRiversdale Park, CamberwellA Christmas Story (PG)Saturday 17 DecemberCentral Gardens, Hawthorn

Arrive at 8pm for pre-screening entertainment. Food will be available onsite and the film will begin at sunset.For more information contact Arts and Culture on 9278 4770 or visit: www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/summertime-cinema

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Town Hall Gallery Pattern+

Join us for a pattern-printing workshop with the talented Pattern + highlights artworks that celebrate pattern. Whether it be finding symmetry and repetition in nature or investigating computer generated algorithms, this exhibition will have viewers seeing patterns within their own environment. Featuring a wide range of artists and designers, Pattern + will showcase textiles, painting, photography and installation.When: Until 18 December 2016

Creative Christmas shopping extravaganza

Why battle the hectic Christmas shopping crowds when you can shop in comfort at The Emporium at Town Hall Gallery? Visit our gallery shop for our Christmas shopping event and purchase unique and one-of-a-kind goods to spoil someone special while supporting local artists. With activities for kids, and new products designed especially for this event, join us for this evening of festive fun.When: 4pm to 6pm, Thursday 8 December 2016

Forthcoming community events and festivals

Through Council’s Community Strengthening operational grants, support is provided to a range of local festivals, providing residents with the opportunity to celebrate the unique features of their neighbourhood. In December these events include:

For bookings and more information

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Hawthorn Arts Centre 360 Burwood Road, Hawthorn Phone: 9278 4770 hawthornartscentre.com.au

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Town Hall Gallery 360 Burwood Road, Hawthorn Phone: 9278 4626 townhallgallery.com.au

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The Kew Court House 188 High Street, Kew Phone: 9278 4770 kewcourthouse.com.au

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Follow The Star 2016 Various times, Thursday 1 until Saturday 23 December 2016. Burwood Uniting Church, Corner of Warrigal Road and Hyslop Street, Glen Iris Kriskindl Festival 5pm to 9pm, Friday 2 December 2016 Maling Road, Canterbury Let’s Celebrate Christmas 10am to 2pm, Saturday 3 December 2016 The Village, Doncaster Road, Balwyn North Carols in Canterbury Gardens 6.30pm to 9.30pm (carols to begin at 7.30pm), Sunday 4 December 2016 Canterbury Gardens, corner Canterbury and Balwyn roads, Canterbury

Kew Community Carols by Candlelight 6.30pm to 9.30pm, Sunday 4 December 2016 Petrie Square, corner Cotham Road and Charles Street, Kew Carols in Grace Park 11am to 1pm, Sunday 11 December 2016 Hawthorn Civic Precinct, corner Burwood and Glenferrie roads Carols in the Park 6pm to 9.30pm (carols at 7.30pm), Saturday 17 December 2016 Macleay Park, corner Belmore Road and Buchannan Avenue, Balwyn North For more information go to: boroondara.vic.gov.au/community-festivals .

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This is your community, help shape its future.

We want to know what you love about Boroondara, what’s important to you and what we can do to support your wellbeing. This is your chance to influence

Council’s decision makers and help create a new community plan that truly reflects the values and aspirations of the people of Boroondara.

Look out for us at festivals, pick up a postcard at local cafes and libraries and read more in next month’s Boorondara Bulletin.

Community • Environment • Places and spaces • Community leadership • Economy

Ashburton Library 154 High Street, Ashburton

Balwyn Library 230 Balwyn Road, Balwyn North

Camberwell Library 340 Camberwell Road, Camberwell

Hawthorn Library 584 Glenferrie Road, Hawthorn

Kew Library corner Cotham Road and Civic Drive, Kew

Meet the author

Graeme Simsion is a Melbourne-based novelist and screenwriter.

His first novel, The Rosie Project, was the 2014 ABIA Book of the Year. The combined sales of The Rosie Project and its sequel, The Rosie Effect, was more than 4 million copies worldwide.

Graeme’s latest novel The best of Adam Sharp is a non-traditional love story about passion, commitment and fidelity, and which matters most.

Camberwell Library 7pm, Wednesday 7 December 2016.

Online bookings are required via boroondara.vic.gov.au/libraries or call 9278 4666.

Christmas at the librariesCome along and enjoy some enchanting Christmas stories and activities at Boroondara libraries in December. All activities are fun, free and no bookings are required.

5 to 12 December 2016.

Check session times and descriptions of all activities at the libraries on our website libraries.boroondara.vic.gov.au/whats-on/events-and-programs .

Libraries school holiday program Join us from Monday 9 to Friday 20 January 2017 for our School Holiday Program, Make It! All sessions are free but online bookings are required (except for Family Storytimes).

Online bookings open at 10am on Monday 12 December 2016.

For more details about the Boroondara School Holiday program visit Boroondara.vic.gov.au/schoolholidayactivities .

Library open hoursAll Boroondara libraries are now open on Sundays from 1pm to 5pm.

Camberwell Library is open from Tuesday to Friday from 9am to 6pm.

Current library opening hours across Boroondara can be found at boroondara.vic.gov.au/libraries or call 9278 4666.

Learn It! @ Boroondara libraries series Security online: a beginner’s guideLearn about some of the issues to be aware of when online and some strategies for staying secure.

Kew Library 7pm, Tuesday 29 November 2016.

Online bookings are required via boroondara.vic.gov.au/libraries or call 9278 4666.

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Programs and Events All sessions are free.

There is something of interest for everyone at the Boroondara libraries. For a full list of our events and activities, call 9278 4666 or visit boroondara.vic.gov.au/libraries .

Current library opening hours across Boroondara can be found at boroondara.vic.gov.au/libraries or call 9278 4666.

All Boroondara Libraries are now open on Sundays from 1pm to 5pmCamberwell library will now be open from Tuesday to Friday from 9am to 6pm.

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Audio BulletinThe Boroondara Bulletin is available on an audio CD from Vision Australia or download selected mp3 sound files at boroondara.vic.gov.au/bulletin .The new Boroondara website will be available in May 2017 and will include an accessible copy of the Bulletin replacing the audio CD.Translation needed?If you would like a section of this document translated please call Customer Service on 9278 4444 or make your request through Council’s free interpreting service on 9278 4002.

Contact usTelephone: 9278 4444 After hours emergency: 9278 4444Free interpreting service: 9278 4002For speech or hearing impaired: National Relay Service TTY 13 36 77 Speak and Listen 1300 555 727Email: boroondara@boroondara.vic.gov.au

Web: boroondara.vic.gov.auTwitter: @BoroondaraFacebook: /boroondaracouncilYouTube: /boroondaraPostal address: Private Bag 1 Camberwell VIC 3124Council offices: Camberwell, 8 Inglesby Road Hawthorn Customer Service, 360 Burwood Road Kew Customer Service, corner Cotham Road and Civic Drive

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Welcome the seventh democratically elected Council of Boroondara Back Row: Lynden Ward - Cr Lisa Hollingsworth, Junction Ward - Cr Jack Wegman,

Solway Ward - Cr Garry Thompson, Glenferrie Ward - Cr Steve Hurd, Maranoa Ward - Cr Cynthia WatsonMiddle Row: Studley Ward - Cr Phillip Healey, Bellevue Ward - Cr Jim Parke

Front Row: Maling Ward - Cr Jane Addis, Gardiner Ward - Cr Coral Ross, Cotham Ward - Cr Felicity Sinfield