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Front cover: Junior Kew resident, Lucas planning for our future.

It is a tribute to the community spirit of Boroondara that we have received thousands of responses to our call for contributions to the Boroondara 10-year community plan.

In November we started asking our residents what’s important to them in Boroondara. It was wonderful to see how many community members took the time to let us know what mattered to them, and how positive they were about life in Boroondara. We’re now halfway through the second stage of this work, and we’ve asked you to tell us how you would prioritise the seven broad themes we’ve grouped your original responses into.

We want you to make your voice heard - you can tell us online how important you think each theme is to you, or come to one of the Pop-up Council events at Maling Road on Sunday 9 April or the Boroondara Farmer’s Market on Saturday 15 April.

Details are available at www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/ourcommunity .

We believe it’s essential that we create our 10-year plan alongside our community. It’s your input that will guide our services, facilities, and future budgets through 2017-27. I am proud to be working to serve a community that so obviously cares about each other, and about the future. Together, we will create a plan that honours what makes Boroondara such a remarkable place to live today, and guarantees we are building for tomorrow.

Find out more by visiting www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/ourcommunity .

Message from the Mayor

With best wishes,

Councillor Phillip Healey, Mayor of Boroondara

Do more online with the City of BoroondaraWe’re making accessing us easier than ever. With new online eForms on our website, more of our services are accessible anytime, from anywhere. Visit www.boroondara.vic.gov.au and search for the service you need.

Use our website to: • register your new pet • book a hard waste collection • report wasps or bees • apply for a parking permit • replace a lost or stolen bin • report an abandoned vehicle ... and many more services.

Visit Camberwell Fresh Food Market for cooking demonstrations Camberwell Fresh Food Market will host cooking demonstrations and food sampling 7am to 5pm, Saturday 15 April 2017. You might even spot the roving Easter bunny handing out treats. The market is open 7am to 7pm, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays and 7am to 5pm, Saturdays. The market is located at 519-525 Riversdale Road, Camberwell.

Commencing Sunday 2 April, the market will begin Sunday trading* from 10am to 4pm (closed on Easter Sunday).

For more information, visit www.camberwellfreshfoodmarket.com.au .*Selected stores only, please see individual stores for detailed trading hours.

Stock up on farm-fresh produce at Boroondara Farmers Market

The Boroondara Farmers Market on Saturday 15 April 2017 is a great chance to stock up on farm-fresh supplies and delicious treats. Select fresh fruit and vegetables, free-range eggs, sauces, breads, jams and biscuits, all directly from the producers. The April market will feature stallholders and Rotary volunteers dressed in their Easter finery. The Easter Bunny will also be handing out treats. Join in the fun, and don an Easter bonnet for the festivities.

Head down to the market, 8am to 1pm, any third and fifth Saturday of the month at Patterson Reserve, Auburn Road, Hawthorn.

For more information visit www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/ farmers-market .

Enjoy Camberwell Sunday Market on Easter Sunday

If you’re looking for something to do on Easter Sunday, it will be business as usual at the Camberwell Sunday Market, from 6.30am to 12.30pm, Market Place, Camberwell. Boroondara’s long-running Sunday flea market attracts Melburnians from all over the city, with eclectic vendors selling everything including vintage clothing, homewares, and more.

For more information visit www.camberwellsundaymarket.org .

Find handmade creations at Hawthorn Craft Market

The Hawthorn Craft Market offers a mix of handmade arts and crafts including candles, soaps, natural skincare products, knitwear, fashion, artificial flower arrangements, postcards, pottery and more. At one of Melbourne’s best known monthly makers markets, you’re bound to find something special. The market is usually held from 10am to 3pm, on the first Sunday of the month (March to December 2017) in the Parkview Room, 340 Camberwell Road, Camberwell. The next markets are on Sunday 2 April and Sunday 7 May 2017.

For more information visit www.hawthorncraftmarket.org.au .

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Hop down to Boroondara’s marketsVisit Boroondara’s local markets this Easter for arts and craft, unique gifts, fresh produce and more.

Do more online with the City of BoroondaraWe’re making accessing us easier than ever. With new online eForms on our website, more of our services are accessible anytime, from anywhere. Visit www.boroondara.vic.gov.au and search for the service you need.

It’s no surprise that Boroondara is a popular place for people to settle. Our city has many great features - leafy suburbs, heritage buildings, beautiful parks and gardens, plenty of schools, quality community facilities, and vibrant shopping strips. With Melbourne’s strong population growth, we will continue to see significant residential development and building activity in Boroondara.

Under the direction of the Victorian Government, all councils are required to play a part in accommodating this growth. Our challenge is to plan for this change without adversely affecting the characteristics which make the city a wonderful place to live.

How do we as a Council balance conserving valued neighbourhood character while allowing for the natural process of change in our suburbs? There is no one-size fits-all solution, so we are taking a considered and multi-pronged approach.

What you can doYou can help support our advocacy efforts by making submissions to the Victorian Government when the opportunity arises.

As a matter of urgency, we need the Victorian Government to substantially increase the fines for illegal tree removal. Currently the maximum fine set for a breach of the Tree Protection Local Law is $2,000 - an insignificant amount of money when compared to the cost of building a new house.

Only the Victorian Government can amend the penalties. You can write to the Minister for Local Government (natalie.hutchins@parliament.vic.gov.au) requesting the fines to be increased to a level that provides an effective deterrent.

Municipal Wide Heritage Gap StudyOver the next two years, we will assess about 21,000 properties within the municipality for their heritage value. If justified, heritage controls will be introduced to protect them.

The aim of this project is to help ensure that development pressure does not result in the loss of important heritage assets. Tree Protection Local LawBoroondara’s streetscapes owe much of their character and charm to trees.

Canopy trees in private properties make a significant contribution to our streetscapes. This is why canopy trees are protected under the Tree Protection Local Law. It is an offence to remove healthy canopy trees without Council’s permission or to intentionally damage them. We take these matters seriously by investigating suspected breaches, issuing fines or prosecuting those who don’t do the right thing.

The maximum penalty of $2000 for breaches is set by the Victorian Government and we have advocated for many years to have the penalty increased. Encouraging high quality building designOur community is changing. While there will be continued prominence of traditional family households, we are seeing growth in single older person and younger person households. Each group has different housing needs to suit their lifestyle. For example, some prefer to live in a higher density development close to public transport and shops while others are looking for a detached house with a back yard.

We support the development of high quality multi-dwelling development in appropriate locations. However, we will reject developments that have a negative impact on our amenity. We have a strong track record of defending our decisions at the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal.

AdvocacyCouncil’s planning powers are dictated by the Victorian Government’s policies and regulations. We actively advocate for the protection of Boroondara’s neighbourhood character and heritage places by:

• Providing evidence-based feedback to the Victorian Government’s reviews of planning policies and regulations like Plan Melbourne Refresh, Better Apartments Design Standards, Protecting the Yarra River and the Heritage Act Review.

• Highlighting inappropriate developments like the Markham Estate redevelopment in Ashburton and calling for better planning outcomes for the community.

• Working collaboratively with neighbouring councils to address issues like the Walmer Street Plaza in Richmond.

• Pushing the Victorian Government to strengthen building regulations so that new single dwellings are appropriately designed and respect established neighbourhood character.

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Planning for our future

Our key planning strategies include:

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Protecting our heritageBoroondara has a broad range of heritage assets that exhibit many architectural styles and greatly shape the City’s character. These places are highly valued because they have aesthetic, social or historical significance.The Municipal Wide Heritage Gap Study is a proactive program to identify and protect valued heritage places of local significance through the introduction of heritage controls.

The study is underway with suburb assessments for Canterbury and Camberwell completed. We also recently finished preliminary consultation for Canterbury. The preliminary consultation period gives property owners the opportunity to submit feedback about the suburb assessment prior to the formal statutory process of introducing the heritage controls.

Information sheets are available to help property owners better understand what heritage protection means for their property. Visit www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/heritage-gap-study to access the information and to keep up-to-date with the study.

Planning for our future

Did you know?• Planning and building regulations are separate. Planning is about land use and what can be built on the land, while building regulations ensure the structural integrity of the buildings and health, safety and amenity of occupants.

• Depending on the types of building work, you may require separate planning and building permission before you carry out any construction or building works. It is always advisable to contact our Planning and Building departments before starting on a building project to see what approvals are required.

• Planning permits are generally not required for the construction of a single-dwelling. The vast majority of building permits for single dwellings are issued by private building surveyors who are not required to seek our approval. Many of the large houses that have sprung up in the last few years have not required our approval.

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Fund your project with a Community Strengthening Grant Applications for the 2017-18 Annual Community Strengthening Grants program open in April.If you’re part of a not-for-profit community group you could be eligible to receive up to $10,000 in grant funding.

Each year, Council and the Rotary Club of Balwyn support projects and initiatives that encourage community participation, develop partnerships, address community needs or improve the wellbeing of Boroondara.

Seventy-six community groups received grants last year. Recipients included initiatives ranging from a program to increase female participation in sport, water gardens in kindergartens, through to music therapy for dementia patients. Your project could be next!

We encourage one-off applications for community projects which have not been submitted before.

Applications for the 2017-18 program are open from Friday 28 April 2017 to Monday 5 June 2017.

For more information visit www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/community-grants .

Want to learn more?

Parking permits made easier onlineResidents can now access various parking related services via our website using easy-to-use online forms.Visit www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/parking-permit-forms to:

• apply for a resident parking permit if your street has certain parking restrictions

• renew a disabled person’s parking permit, or

• request a review of a parking infringement.

Depending on your application, you may be required to provide proof or documents in electronic form. Application processing time and further details are available on our website.

For more information email boroondara@boroondara.vic.gov.au or call 9278 4444 .

Come along to one of our information sessions on writing a successful grant application: 10.30am to 12noon Wednesday 3 May 2017 Victoria Park - North Pavilion, 490 High Street, Kew

5.30pm to 7pm Thursday 4 May 2017 The Copland Room Ashburton Library 154 High Street, Ashburton

You can also receive assistance completing your application at an incubator workshop. Bring your draft application.

2pm to 8pm Wednesday 17 May 2017 The Parkview Room, 340 Camberwell Road, Camberwell

To book your place at an information session or the incubator workshop visit www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/grants-event-2017 or call 9278 4753. If you require an interpreter, please request this in your booking.

Renew your pet registration Pet registrations for 2017–18 are due on Monday 10 April 2017.There are many options to pay for your renewal: • Council’s online payment portal • Bpay or POST Billpay • at any of our customer service centres

If you’ve recently moved address or your pet ownership circumstances have changed, you can update your information at www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/pet-update .

A pet registration fee is also significantly reduced for a desexed pet.

For more information call Customer Service on 9278 4444 or email boroondara@boroondara.vic.gov.au .

Stay safe with wood fires As the weather cools down, now is the time to prepare your wood burning heater for use in winter. • Ensure your flue/chimney has its annual clean

• Check how much smoke is being emitted (wood heaters should only smoke for 20 to 30 minutes when first lit and 10 minutes after more wood has been added).

While wood fires are an effective and pleasant way to warm your home, they can emit smoke and odours that are harmful to people’s health and the environment.

For more information on operating wood fired appliances call Health Services on 9278 4710 or visit www.epa.vic.gov.au/ and search ‘wood heater’.

Construction is about to begin on a water storage dam at Freeway Golf Course, as part of a collaborative sustainable water management initiative. The $2.8 million Bolin Bolin Integrated Water Management Project is being led by Manningham City Council, in conjunction with us, Carey Grammar Baptist School, and with the support of Melbourne Water and the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning.

The dam is being built between the 14th and 15th holes at the popular golf course, and as a result, the 15th hole will be closed for approximately five months.

During this time, the spare hole will be open for golfers to play a full 18 holes.

We will use water from the dam to irrigate the entire golf course. As a whole, the project will harvest approximately 35 mega litres of stormwater annually, relieving demand for potable water consumption, reducing pollutants going into the Yarra River and minimising the demand for extraction from the river for irrigation purposes.

To find out more about the project, visit www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/freeway-golf . For enquiries relating to the golf course, call the Pro Shop on 9859 9000.

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Water project underway at Freeway Golf Course

Kew Night Market

Despite three local mums juggling nine-to-five jobs and seven boys between them, Kew residents Gina Zouglakis, Katie Whitecross and Natasha Alessi have grown a small dream into a big reality with the creation of the Kew Night Market.Its growing popularity means operations have now moved from their humble beginnings at the local scout hall into the much larger venue of the MCC Kew Sports Club. Though the market has rapidly expanded, Gina Zouglakis said that the ethos remains for the market to stay local, with a local focus.“We’ve all raised our kids in Kew. We feel it’s important to stay close to the neighbourhood and support local entrepreneurs,” Gina said.“Having a great variety is also important. So as well as stocking local products we also have stallholders like nationally renowned author and illustrator Bic Walker selling her popular gift ware.”“It’s great to see even on wet nights our loyal regulars as well as newbies are coming along for a shop and a chat.”What: Kew Night Market with 30 stalls including; food, beverages, homewares, jewellery, skin care, ladies clothing, handcrafted products and more.When: 5.30pm to 10pm, Friday 28 April 2017 Where: MCC Kew Sports Club, 397 Barkers Road, Kew

Community groups and eventsHave fun getting to know your local groups

For event updates online visit www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/whats-on . You can also enjoy event updates via our online newsletter and social media.To promote your not-for-profit event online send us your details to www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/submit-events .

facebook.com/boroondaracouncil

twitter.com/Boroondara

youtube.com/boroondara

Did you know that your community group may be eligible for a Community Strengthening Grant? Find out more at: www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/community-grants .

The Carnival of Love

Hundreds of Melburnians are due to gather at the Ark Centre, Hawthorn on Sunday 30 April to enjoy the colourful celebrations of the “Carnival of Love”, or Gangaur Mela as it is traditionally known in India.The Rajasthani Kutumb of Victoria (RAJKOV) organises the popular cultural event which is now in its 13th year. RAJKOV President, Nitesh Vyas said that the Gangaur is one of the most vivid festivals in the Indian calendar.“The festival is rejoiced with great enthusiasm and happiness all over the royal state of Rajasthan and we hope to share this enthusiasm and happiness in Boroondara,” Nitesh said. “The community can expect a lively atmosphere with traditional Rajasthani dances, historical drama, Rajasthani music and royal Rajasthani food (with daal, baati and churma). There are also camel rides to transport you to the desert safaris of the Thar desert.”Everyone is invited to enjoy the colourful spectacle of Rajasthan women and girls wearing traditional dress, jewellery and henna, and men in traditional safas and costumes. “The festival is held in the honour of Goddess Parvathi as she is regarded as the epitome of marital love, strength, courage, power and excellence,” Nitesh said. “This is an exciting community event where everyone is invited to share in the fun and celebrations.”What: Gangaur Mela 2017 - community cultural event When: Sunday 30 April 2017Where: Ark Centre, 7 Cato Street, East Hawthorn

Boroondara is preparing to celebrate the love between Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati with a traditional Indian festival.

Kew Night Market founders Natasha, Katie and Gina invite people to the “Mother’s Day” event at the MCC Kew Sports Club in April.

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

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

Introduction to horticulture: landscaping Alamein Neighbourhood and Learning Centre Be inspired learning skills in landscaping to create beautiful outdoor areas - 9.30am to 1pm, Thursdays from 27 April 2017. Cost: $100 (seven sessions). The Foreign Film Group Ashburton Community Centre A different foreign film is shown in the Copland Room each month, followed by a discussion with light refreshments - 7pm, first Wednesday of the month. Cost: $10. Pastel painting Balwyn Community Centre Develop your painting talents in a friendly class. Beginners welcome - 1.30pm to 3.30pm, Tuesdays. Cost: $165 (eight sessions). Sewing for teens Bowen Street Community Centre Learn how to set up a sewing machine using different stitches. Go home with a groovy pair of PJ pants - 10am to 3pm, Saturday 20 May 2017. Cost $70. German beginners Camberwell Community Centre Learn the basics of German and also experience the country’s rich cultural history - 10am to 12noon. Saturdays. Cost: $215 (10 weeks).

Watercolour Canterbury Neighbourhood Centre Small classes exploring a range of watercolour techniques - 9.30am to 11.30am or 12.45pm to 2.45pm, Tuesdays from 18 April 2017. Costs: $192 (eight weeks). Ashburton adult social groups The Craig Family Centre Social groups for people with intellectual disabilities aiming to increase confidence through independence and social inclusion in the community – 4pm to 7pm, Tuesdays. Call: 9885 7789. Get social on iPad Hawthorn Community House Demystify social media, YouTube, online shopping and more. Access hours of entertainment with your family - 9.30am to 12noon from Tuesday 2 May 2017. Cost: $130 (eight weeks). The art of painting Kew Neighbourhood Learning Centre Explore your imagination, creativity and unique style of expression - 10am to 12noon, Thursdays from 20 April 2017. Cost: $215 (11 weeks). Tai chi Surrey Hills Neighbourhood Centre Relax the body and focus the mind with gentle exercises – 8.50am to 9.50am, Wednesdays from 19 April 2017. Cost: $135 (nine sessions).

If there is an interest or a passion you’d like to explore, your local neighbourhood house has a range of courses, classes and workshops. Nurture a creative talent, learn a language, develop your skills or join a social group. We have options for children and teens, through to the senior members of our community.To find out what’s happening in your neighbourhood, visit a centre, call, or go online.

Have fun getting to know your local groups

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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Centre details can be found on Page 1

Polymer ClayMake beautiful jewellery and accessories.

Ashburton: Mon 10am - 11.30am

25/7 (4wks) $55 or $15 casual classVideo Techniques: Introduction

Learn how to take high quality videos.

Alamein: Fri 12.30pm - 3pm

7/10 (4wks) $160Watercolour Painting

Ashburton: Mon 1pm - 3pm

Experienced Tue 1.30pm - 3.30pm

11/7 (8wks); 3/10 (8wks) $135

Beginner/Experienced Wed 7pm - 9pm

12/7 (10wks) $135; 4/10 (10wks) $135

Beginner 27/7 (8wks); 19/10 (8wks) $135

Balwyn: Mon 10am - 12pm 11/7 (9wks); 3/10 (9wks) $177

Mon 1pm - 3pm 18/7 (9wks); 3/10 (9wks) $177

Thu 10am - 12pm 14/7 (9wks); 6/10 (9wks) $177

Thu 7.30pm - 9.30pm 14/7 (9wks); 6/10 (9wks) $177

Fri 10am - 12pm 15/7 (9wks); 7/10 (9wks) $177

Camberwell: Tue 10am - 12.30pm

19/7 (5wks); 25/10 (5wks) $130

Tue 1pm - 3pm 19/7 (8wks) $165; 4/10 (7wks) $145

Wed 10am - 12pm 13/7 (9wks) $175; 5/10 (9wks) $175

Thu 10am - 12pm 21/7 (8wks); 6/10 (8wks) $165

Thu 7pm - 9pm 14/7 (8wks); 6/10 (8wks) $165

Canterbury: Tue 9.30am - 11.30am

12/7 (8wks); 4/10 (8wks) $180

Tue 12.45pm - 2.45pm 12/7 (8wks);

11/10 (8wks) $180Surrey Hills: Wed 10am - 12pm

13/7 (10wks) $180; 5/10 (11wks) $198

Wed 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 sessionGourmet Baking with Carla

Learn to make yummy biscuits and sweet

treats for yourself or for gifts.

Bowen Street: Thu 7pm - 9pm

15/8; $40 Ingredients includedGourmet Christmas Goodies

Balwyn: Fri 10am - 3pm 11/11 (1 workshop) $95Japanese 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. postageMen Making MealsAshburton: Thu 10am - 12.30pm

18/7 (5wks); 10/10 (5wks) $160Preserving Workshops

Citrus; Christmas GiftsSurrey Hills: Sat 9.30am - 12.30pm

13/8; 12/11 (1 session) $70

Textiles, Jewellery & Furniture

Bobbin 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) $40

French Polishing & Furniture

RestorationBalwyn: Wed 12.30pm - 3.30pm

13/7 (9wks); 5/10 (9wks) $273

Thu 9.15am - 11.45am 14/7 (9wks); 6/10 (9wks) $227

Thu 12.30pm - 3.30pm 14/7 (9wks); 6/10 (9wks) $273

Thu 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) $45

Knit and Yarn with Instructor

Come 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) $100Patchwork & Quilting Group

Ashburton: Thu 1pm - 3pm (ongoing)

$4 per sessionSpinners & Knitters Group

Ashburton: 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 sessionTapestry Workgroup

Balwyn: Tue 10pm - 12pm (ongoing)

$5 per sessionUpholstery & Soft Furnishing

Turn 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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Boroondara residents can now recycle more as part of their weekly recycling collection.The innovative flexible plastics program allows households to put plastic bags and other flexible plastic – like bread packaging, rice and cereal packaging, and cling wrap – into the recycling bin inside a plastic bag tied at the top.

What are flexible plastics?

Packaging from groceries like bread, rice, pasta, toilet paper and frozen foods.

Cereal or biscuit wraps.

Plastic bags from department stores and supermarkets

What can’t be recycled with the flexible plastics program?

Silver or foil-lined packaging including chip, chocolate bar or ice cream wrappers.

Before disposing of flexible plastics:• Remove food, dirt or other residue from the flexible plastics to be recycled.

• Put all of the bags and flexible plastic packaging into a plastic bag and tie it closed.

• Make sure the rest of your recycling is not put in bags before it is placed in the bin.

• Show everyone in your household how to recycle flexible plastics.

Reduce waste with new plastics program

To find out more about the flexible plastics program, visit www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/plastics or call 9278 4444.

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Boroondara Art in Festivals CommissionThe winner of the Boroondara Art in Festivals commission will receive a $5,000 commissioning fee and development space to present their work at Boroondara festivals.

Artists from all creative disciplines are welcome to enter.

For more information visit: www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/arts/opportunties .

Applications close at 5pm, Monday 1 May 2017.

Community Project WallSpanning close to 30 metres, the Community Project Wall is a free exhibition space available to local and emerging artists, community groups, and schools to exhibit a series of two-dimensional works to a wide audience.

Apply now to see your artwork presented within Hawthorn Arts Centre, alongside the Town Hall Gallery!

Applications close at 5pm, Friday 30 June 2017.

For more information visit: www.townhallgallery.com.au .

For more information on these opportunities and application guidelines visit: www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/arts/opportunities .

Opportunities for local artists Are you a local artist or creative community group? Check out these opportunities to present your work with Boroondara Arts:

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Catchment crawl This school holidays, join our family-friendly cycle to explore local waterways.

The five-kilometre round trip from Willsmere Park in Kew to the Burke Road Billabong will visit a number of spots exploring the natural features of our waterways.

Please bring your own bike, helmet, and drink; all attendees must be competent riders; and, children must be accompanied by an adult. This activity is recommended for children eight years plus.

When: 10am to 12noon, Tuesday 11 April 2017 Where: starts and finishes at Willsmere Park, Kew

Get solar powered Back by popular demand, our solar electricity workshop returns in early May.

Hear from the independent energy experts at Positive Charge about how renewable energy from the sun is a great choice for our environment and also makes financial sense.

The workshop will provide an overview of choosing the right system and what to ask potential installers.

When: 7.15pm to 9.15pm, Wednesday 3 May 2017 Where: Surrey Hills Community Centre

Bookings are essential for all Living for our Future workshops. For more information and to book visit www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/upcoming-workshops or call 9278 4444.

This autumn take part in our free bike maintenance courses to help you feel safe and comfortable getting out and about on your bike.

Bike maintenance A beginner’s course that will help you master essential bike repair skills, like maintaining gears and brakes, and also how to repair punctures.

When: 11am to 1pm, Friday 28 April 2017 Where: Hawthorn Community House, 32 Henry Street, Hawthorn

Bike Maintenance - prepare for winter riding Don’t let the cold weather deter you. This course offers wet weather riding tips, rain proof gear ideas and information about how to prepare your bike for the winter months.

When: 11am to 1pm, Friday 19 May 2017 Where: Hawthorn Community House, 32 Henry Steet, Hawthorn

Places are limited so book today by visiting www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/cyclingcourses or call 9278 4515.

Sign up for Living for our Future workshops

Learn bike tips: stay safe and save

The Listies: 6D!

The award-winning Listies star in 6D! (It’s twice as good as 3D), a kids’ comedy show all about the movies. Expect haunted backpacks, ninja nans, vomiting puppets and fully automatic toilet paper guns. Best of all an actual movie is made at every performance with a helmet mounted GoPro! Recommended for ages five to 12.When: 1pm, Thursday 13 April 2017

2017 Boroondara Eisteddfod Open to the public, the Boroondara Eisteddfod showcases the classical music and vocal talents of our local community. Watch your friends, family, schools and neighbours as they compete for prizes in this exciting competition. Spot a future star and be inspired by our next generation. All events for solo musicians 18 years and under are FREE to attend. When: 18 April to 25 June 2017.Dates and times vary - view our performance schedule at www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/arts .

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The Letter String Quartet

Four eclectic musicians combine to present a fresh aspect to chamber music and collaborative work. Oracle Marker is a concert of new original Australian works for string quartet, voice, electronics and modern chamber music at its best.When: 6pm, Sunday 23 April 2017

Creative Professional Development Workshop Financing your arts practice and/or surviving on what ya gotThe Creative Professional Development Series arms you with useful skills and knowledge relating to the running of your artistic practice. Join artist and rabble-rouser, Honor Eastly as she discusses the realities of living as an artist, tips on budgeting when money is tight, and how to value your work and negotiate with clients. FREE but bookings essential.When: 6.30pm, Wednesday 26 April 2017

What’s onBoroondara Arts

What’s on at Hawthorn Arts Centre

Fem Belling

This award winning songstress and rising star on the international jazz scene has been selling out festivals and venues around the country. Now see her with her killer band at the intimate Kew Court House, as she gives well known standards and contemporary pop songs a vintage twist. “Once Fem walks onto the stage you are under her spell.” – The AgeWhen: 8pm, Saturday 8 April 2017 3MBS presents The TalentThe Talent is 3MBS Radio’s popular series supporting emerging musicians as they go head-to-head for a public vote. For the first time Boroondara Arts presents the Winners Recital, featuring the winner of the most recent series, 17 year old violinist, Yebin Yoo. With a swathe of awards already under her belt, this is your chance to see the next big artist in classical music at the intimate Kew Court House. When: 6pm, Sunday 30 April 2017

On show at the Community Project Wall

Catch Richard Glenn’s bold contemporary works on the Community Project Wall from Tuesday 11 April 2017. Produced on glass, Glenn experiments with different materials in an exploration of process and abstraction. Adjacent to Town Hall Gallery, the Community Project Wall is a free exhibition space available to local artists, community groups, schools and libraries.

Walk and Sketch in local parks Join our Parks and Gardens team along with Town Hall Gallery staff for a tour of Maranoa Gardens, Balwyn. Learn about plants, wildlife, and have the opportunity to spend time sketching or photographing among nature. BYO art materials.When: 9am, Saturday 8 April 2017Cost: $5.50. Town Hall Gallery Supporters freeFor bookings and more information visit: www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/arts

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For bookings and more information – www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/arts .

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Hawthorn Arts Centre 360 Burwood Road, Hawthorn Call: 9278 4770

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Town Hall Gallery 360 Burwood Road, Hawthorn Call: 9278 4626

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The Kew Court House 188 High Street, Kew Call: 9278 4770

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What’s on at Kew Court House What’s on at Town Hall Gallery

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For up-to-date information about meetings or to obtain copies of agendas and minutes, visit www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/council-meetings or call 9278 4471. Meetings are held in the Council Chamber located at 8 Inglesby Road, Camberwell. All welcome.

Council meeting dates: Monday 3 April 2017 6.30pm Urban Planning Special Committee Monday 10 April 2017 6.30pm Services Special Committee

Tuesday 18 April 2017 6.30pm Urban Planning Special CommitteeWednesday 26 April 2017 6.30pm Council

Council meetings in April

Book your child’s key age and stage visitsAs children grow it’s important to check on their health and development. Book your child in for a Key Age and Stage visit with a Maternal Child and Health Nurse by emailing mc.hc@boroondara.vic.gov.au or call 9278 4606.

Additional appointments are also available if needed.

For more information on Maternal and Child Health in Boroondara visit www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/mch .

Stay up to date: World Immunisation Week 2017Take part in World Immunisation Week (24 to 30 April 2017) and catch up on vaccinations for the whole family. Full immunisation throughout life is important to you and your family’s health. By keeping up to date with your vaccines you’re helping the World Health Organisation (WHO) achieve the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals.

Find out where and when you can get your immunisation at www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/immunised or call Immunisation Services on 9278 4711.

For up-to-date information about meetings or to obtain copies of agendas and minutes, visit www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/council-meetings or call 9278 4471. Meetings are held in the Council Chamber located at 8 Inglesby Road, Camberwell. All welcome.

You are invited to a series of free lectures and interactive talks as part of the collaboration between Swinburne University of Technology and Boroondara Library Service.

Discover what’s happening in scientific and technical research, view cutting edge tools and technology and hear about new research and ideas.

libraries.boroondara.vic.gov.au/whats-on/events-and-programs/what-if .

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

Get the library in the palm of your hand Borrow books without visiting the library thanks to Boroondara Libraries’ digital resources. At the touch of a button you can access a wide range of eBooks as well as digital newspapers and magazines on any device for free; all you need is your library card.

eLearning and Tech Want to be more tech savvy? Update your technology skills with these hands-on group sessions from Ready Tech Go in April. Sessions include Travel with Technology, Entertainment Online, Facebook 101 and Get Appy. For more information visit www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/libraries or call 9278 4666.

Lifestyle, health and craft Wardrobe de-cluttering made easy with Dr Declutter 6.30pm, Tuesday 4 April 2017, Hawthorn Library.

Mindfulness and Meditation workshop 10.30am Saturday 8 April 2017, Camberwell Library.Free events, bookings required.

Stitch Join us for craft and conversation. 10.30am, Thursday 6 April 2017, Kew Library.10.30am, Wednesday 12 April 2017, Balwyn Library.

Bespoke: book talks, chats and discoveries Need some suggestions for new authors and good books? Want to be tempted to discover something different?Bespoke introduces you to new reading ideas from library staff or there may be the chance to tell us about your favourite recent reads. Have a chat to fellow book lovers over refreshments.A selection of new books will be available for loan.This talk is free and no bookings are required.1.30pm, Wednesday 19 April 2017.

Kew Library.

Boroondara Library Service

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 www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/libraries

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

What if? 2017 Program

*The library has been temporarily relocated to the former Balwyn Leisure Centre while Balwyn Library undergoes a substantial redevelopment.

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Popular eBooks this month:• Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty • Our Souls at Night by Kent Haruff • Hot Milk by Deborah Levyy

English Conversation Club English Conversation Club is a weekly group for adults who speak English as a second language. Improve your conversational English with the help of a qualified tutor, and meet new people at the same time.

For more information visit www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/conversation-club .

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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: www.boroondara.vic.gov.auTwitter: @BoroondaraFacebook: /boroondaracouncilYouTube: /boroondaraPostal address: Private Bag 1 Camberwell VIC 3124Council offices: 8 Inglesby Road, Camberwell

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Boroondara councillors

Cr Jim Parke Bellevue WardIncluding parts of Kew East and Balwyn NorthPh: 9835 7840 Twitter: @JimParkejim.parke@ boroondara.vic.gov.au

Cr Steve Hurd Glenferrie WardIncluding parts of Hawthorn and Hawthorn WestPh: 9835 7849 or 0417 708 182steve.hurd@ boroondara.vic.gov.au

Cr Jack Wegman Junction WardIncluding parts of Hawthorn East, Camberwell and CanterburyPh: 9835 7843 jack.wegman@ boroondara.vic.gov.au

Cr Lisa Hollingsworth Lynden WardIncluding parts of Camberwell, Glen Iris and CanterburyPh: 9835 7844 or 0417 908 485lisa.hollingsworth@ boroondara.vic.gov.au

Cr Garry Thompson Solway WardIncluding parts of Ashburton and Glen IrisPh: 9835 7847 or 0417 153 512garry.thompson@ boroondara.vic.gov.au

Cr Phillip Healey Mayor Studley WardIncluding parts of Kew and Kew EastPh: 9278 4457 or 0437 374 773phillip.healey@ boroondara.vic.gov.au

Cr Felicity Sinfield Cotham WardIncluding Deepdene and parts of Kew, Kew East, Balwyn and Balwyn NorthPh: 9835 7841 or 0418 793 573felicity.sinfield@ boroondara.vic.gov.au

Cr Jane Addis Maling WardIncluding parts of Canterbury, Surrey Hills and BalwynPh: 9835 7845 or 0409 267 902jane.addis@ boroondara.vic.gov.au

Cr Cynthia Watson Maranoa WardIncluding parts of Balwyn, Balwyn North and Mont AlbertPh: 9835 7846 or 0419 488 204cynthia.watson@ boroondara.vic.gov.au

Cr Coral Ross Gardiner WardIncluding parts of Hawthorn, Hawthorn East, Camberwell and Glen IrisPh: 9835 7842 or 0438 005 225coral.ross@ boroondara.vic.gov.au

Which ward do you call home? If you are unsure which ward you reside in, call 9278 4444 or visit www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/ward-map to find out.

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