Category: Media Releases
Media Release: Stroke a Chord goes from the stage to the screen
A documentary on the establishment and success of Maroondah’s Stroke a Chord choir will be filmed thanks to a $20,000 grant from the Ian Potter Foundation. Maroondah Councillor Alex Makin said the choir was started in 2010 to give people with limited or no speech the opportunity to experience something positive and joyful with their…
Media Release: FloodSafe Week highlights the importance of preparation
The heavy rain falls and subsequent flooding which affected parts of Victoria earlier this year highlighted the importance of being prepared for the unexpected. Maroondah Councillor Alex Makin said the annual State Emergency Services FloodSafe Week, Monday 30 May to Friday 5 June, encouraged people to get involved and learn more about protecting themselves, their…
Media Release: Funding assisting for flood victims
Maroondah residents damaged in the January and February floods may be eligible for financial support as part of the 2011 Victorian Floods Disaster Relief Fund. Councillor Alex Makin said the funding was established to assist residents to repair flood-damaged homes and replace household goods. “The Damage to House and Contents Gift is open to a…
Media Release: Time to immunise before flu season hits
As the cold weather closes in, now is the time to book in for an annual influenza immunisation. Councillor Alex Makin said Maroondah City Council has a highly dedicated immunisation team committed to quality service in the delivery of immunisations to the local community and businesses. “Council offers free immunisation sessions at various locations in…
Media Release: Change your clock, change your smoke alarm battery
Maroondah City Council would like to remind residents that daylight saving time will end on Sunday 3 April. Councillor Alex Makin said the end of daylight saving time meant two things – an extra hour of sleep, and remembering to make sure your smoke alarm battery is working properly. “Checking the health of smoke alarm…