Month: April 2006
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Maroondah Leader: Next stop: chaos!
The Maroondah Leader has today called on the Bracks Government and in particular Transport Minister Peter Batchelor and Treasurer John Brumby to deliver urgent public transport improvements for the Maroondah region: In my role as Maroondah Councillor and Branch Convener for the Public Transport Users Association I have called on the following: “I want a…
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Maroondah Journal: pupils back on the 'buses'
The Maroondah Journal has reported on Maroondah City Council’s decision to continue the Walking School Bus Program: Community pressure has led to a backflip by Maroondah Council to extend its Walking School Bus program Last week, the council agreed to resinstate program for another 18 months. Under the program, pupils are led by an adult…
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ERITG focusing on sustainable transport for the outer east
The Eastern Region Integrated Transport Group (ERITG) met today to continue outlining its objectives and aims over the coming year. Uniform bus, train and tram frequencies, a comprehensive review of bus routes, station upgrades and the assurance that there will be planning for future rail extensions is the core focus of ERITG in this key…
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Paper Moon – an example of art within Maroondah
Tonight I had the pleasure to open the Paper Moon Art Exhibition at the Maroondah Art Gallery at Maroondah Federation Estate (32 Greenwood Avenue, Ringwood). Maroondah is fortunate to have a burgeoning arts scene and whether your interests reside in theatre, galleries or music there is an art program available for all tastes. Paper Moon…
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Walking School Bus Finds New Feet
I am pleased to announce that Maroondah City Council has resolved to continue the Walking School Bus program to assist in combating childhood obesity and to encourage walking.