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May 2012

21 May 18 May
  • Victorian Councils Back Monash's Call for Change
    Monash City Council's call for change to pokies legislation has been overwhelmingly supported, with a motion passing at yesterday's Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) State Council meeting.more
  • Detox Your Monash Home
    Monash City Council, together with Sustainability Victoria, is giving residents a chance to dispose of their unwanted household chemicals for free on 23 June in Notting Hill.more
16 May 11 May 10 May 7 May 3 May
  • Eaton Mall Upgrade Begins Soon
    The $2.2 million second stage upgrade of Eaton Mall will soon get underway, with Monash City Council engaging Juniper Contractors for the construction and management of the works at its last Ordinary Meeting of Council.more
2 May

April 2012

30 April 27 April 17 April 16 April
  • Monash Determined to Change Pokies Law
    The City of Monash is disappointed after a further seven pokies were approved in one of Monash's most vulnerable areas, with Council now more determined than ever to change pokies legislation in Victoria. more
  • Act!ve Monash Clubs on The Ball
    The 2012 Act!ve Monash Awards have recognised the talent and commitment of sporting organisations and individuals who call the City of Monash home. more
10 April
  • A Spotlight on Youth Wellbeing
    Monash Youth and Family Services (MYFS) is gearing up to host a Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing Expo, as part of National Youth Week celebrations in Glen Waverley this month.more

March 2012

29 March 28 March
  • Community Grant Applications Open Soon
    A record $2.4 million in funding and in-kind support will be available as part of the 2013 Monash Community Grants Program. more
  • CLAG's Hard Work Recognised
    Monash City Council has today thanked the Community Life Action Group (CLAG) for its service to the Monash community as the group announced it was no longer continuing to meet.more
27 March
  • Defining Photograph of 70s on Display at MGA
    Mervyn Bishop's photograph of Prime Minister Gough Whitlam pouring sand through the hands of Aboriginal Gurindji elder Vincent Lingiari became one of the defining images of the 1970s.more
  • Fun, Fun, Fun at Mulgrave Fun Day
    Wellington Reserve will be overflowing with entertainment and excitement for the whole family, as the Mulgrave Fun Day takes over on Saturday, 21 April.more
26 March 23 March
  • Enjoy A Girl's Night Out
    All women will have the opportunity for a Girl's Night Out at Clayton Aquatics and Health Club (CAHC), with the ACT!VE WOMEN program beginning next month.more
20 March
  • Preventing Violence Against Women
    Monash City Council held a round table discussion on prevention of violence against women, with the input from many different members of the community.more
19 March 16 March 14 March 7 March 5 March 1 March
  • New laws needed to stop pokies increasing
    Monash City Council will become one of the first councils to test the State Government's new Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation (VCGLR) when it opposes an application by a Clayton hotel to increase its number of pokies. more

February 2012

28 February 22 February 15 February
  • Grants Shine a Light on Sports
    Mulgrave Reserve and Wellington Reserve will soon see some sporting improvements, thanks to a State Government grant and Monash City Council's contribution to two important projects. more
13 February 6 February
  • The Rhythm of Clayton
    The tenth annual Clayton Street Festival is back this February, showcasing the diversity of the City of Monash. more
  • Let's Get Physical in Monash Parks
    A range of free activities will be held in parks across the City of Monash for the next six weeks and everyone is invited to take part. more
  • Walk 'n' Roll - Have Your Say
    Throughout February Monash residents, whether they commute through our City on two wheels or two feet, are being asked to give their input into Monash City Council's Walking and Cycling Strategy. more
2 February
  • Stopping Sneaky Salesmen
    Consumer Affairs Victoria is warning Monash residents to be wary of door-to-door salespeople and telemarketers following several complaints about consumers being mislead.more
  • Accessible Monash Footpaths
    Council has adopted the last part of its Footpath Trading and Access Policy, ensuring footpaths are accessible for all, while also allowing traders to continue to use the areas. more
1 February

January 2012

23 January 2012 20 January 2012
  • The Dragon Comes to Kingsway
    The City of Monash is getting ready to celebrate, with preparations for the 2012 Chinese New Year and Lantern Festival well underway. more
19 January 2012 11 January 2012 6 January 2012
  • Monash Marks Australia Day
    Monash will be painted green and gold this Australia Day, with a diverse range of free events and activities taking place around the municipality on 26 January. more

December 2011

15 December 2011
  • Monash Wins Multicultural Award
    Monash City Council last night received an award from the Victorian Multicultural Commission for its work promoting and supporting cultural diversity within the community. more
13 December 2011
  • Monash Gets 'ACT!VE'
    Monash City Council has officially launched its 'Active Monash' brand, aimed at encouraging everyone to get out and get active. more
8 December 2011
  • Monash CEO Announces Retirement
    After 17 years as Monash's Chief Executive Officer, David Conran yesterday announced that he has decided to retire at the end of his current employment contract. more
7 December 2011
  • Feeling Hot, Hot, Hot in Monash
    With the weather warming up and the start of summer, Monash City Council is urging residents to prepare for heatwaves in the coming months. more
  • Housing Our Student Population
    Providing high quality student accommodation in the appropriate areas within Monash has now been made easier, thanks to the introduction of Amendment C90 to the Monash Planning Scheme. more
6 December 2011

November 2011

30 November 2011 28 November 2011 23 November 2011 22 November 2011 8 November 2011 3 November 2011

October 2011

28 October 2011
  • An Arty Day in The MGA Sculpture Park
    Monash Gallery of Art's (MGA) popular Art in the Park event will be even more special, with the official unveiling of a new sculpture at the annual event in November. more
20 October 2011 17 October 2011 14 October 2011
  • A Clear Path Forward
    A new Footpath Trading and Access Policy for Mount Waverley, Pinewood, Clayton and other areas will soon be introduced. more
11 October 2011 10 October 2011 4 October 2011

September 2011

29 September 2011
  • Breathe Easier in Monash
    Smokers will no longer be able to light up in parts of Monash, with Local Law No. 4 coming into effect on 1 October. more
28 September 2011
  • Managing Monash's Trees
    Council has come to a decision on how to deal with trees in streets and reserves as well as large trees on private property in Vegetation Protection Overlay (VPO) areas. more
21 September 2011 19 September 2011 16 September 2011 12 September 2011 8 September 2011 5 September 2011

August 2011

31 August 2011
  • A Tree-Load Of Responses
    Thousands of Monash residents have had their say about the way Council manages trees across the municipality making it the largest ever response to a public consultation in the City's history.more
30 August 2011
  • A Love Of Literacy In Monash Libraries
    International Literacy Day will be celebrated in Monash libraries on Thursday, 8 September, with free fun activities planned at all library branches across the city to mark the occasion. more
23 August 2011 15 August 2011 10 August 2011 3 August 2011
  • Leading The Way
    Monash Council is on the lookout for a local resident with a disability to participate in the 2012 Leadership Plus Leadership Program. more
2 August 2011
  • On The Path To Clean Waterways
    Drains in and around Kingsway will now reinforce the 'Don't Trash Monash' message, with traders and shoppers in Glen Waverley being made aware about the importance of keeping Monash streets clean and tidy. more
1 August 2011

July 2011

27 July 2011 14 July 2011
  • On the Buses
    The new 601 bus service will soon be picking up its very first passengers. more
  • Health Warning on Flying Foxes
    Victorians should not handle flying foxes which may roost in backyard fruit trees, Victoria's Chief Health Officer, Dr John Carnie warned. more
12 July 2011
  • An 'Artfelt' Discussion
    A "who's who" of the art world will come together to explore and discuss the value and meaning of art in the 2011 Sir John Monash Lecture. more
7 July 2011
  • More Modern Monash Websites
    Monash Council has new improved websites, giving visitors easy access to all the latest news, events, information and happenings in the City of Monash. more
6 July 2011
  • Which Way to Go with the VPO?
    The way Monash City Council regulates the removal of large trees on private property in Vegetation Protection Overlay (VPO) areas is now under review and it's time for you to have your say. more

June 2011

28 June 2011
  • Monash: on the Road to Sustainability
    Monash Council has tonight officially adopted its Environmental Sustainability Road Map, allocating $200,000 from its 2011/12 Budget to implement new actions on top of the $1.2 million already spent on other environmental initiatives. more
  • Community Registers Its Satisfaction
    Monash residents have expressed their approval with the 2011 Local Government Community Satisfaction Survey rating Monash Council.s overall performance as of 'high standard'. more
  • Healthy Eating, Healthy Lifestyles, Healthy Monash
    The importance of healthy eating will be on the menu, with a free information evening to be held in Glen Waverley this month. more
21 June 2011 20 June 2011 9 June 2011
  • Monash Scoops The Pool
    Monash has scooped two of the State's top honours at last week's Aquatics and Recreation Victoria Awards. more
7 June 2011
  • Celebrate Monash's Indigenous Heritage
    Markets, exhibitions, flag raising ceremonies and workshops are just some of the activities taking place during National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee (NAIDOC) Week in the City of Monash. more
2 June 2011 1 June 2011
  • Community Grants For A Thriving Community
    More than $2.2 million in cash and in-kind support will be available for Monash community groups, organisations and local emerging artists, as part of the 2012 Monash Community Grants Program approved last night. more
  • Your Final Say on the Smoking Conversation
    The community will have another chance to have its say on the introduction of more smoke-free environments in the City of Monash, with a proposed Local Law now open for community consultation. more

May 2011

30 May 2011
  • Branching Out – Time To Have Your Say
    Trees in Monash will continue to be a talking point in the coming months, with Council commencing the first of two consultations as part of its review on the way trees are managed in the municipality. more
27 May 2011 20 May 2011
  • Colour Me In and Win An iPad
    Monash.s most creative young people are being encouraged to submit their creative pieces into the upcoming 'Colour Me In' event for their chance to win a brand new Apple iPad 2. more
18 May 2011
  • New Equipment Makes A MARC
    Monash Aquatic Recreation Centre (MARC) is preparing to welcome some of its newest members, with accessible exercise equipment and weights to be installed this week. more
12 May 2011
  • Snap Happy Mulgrave
    Mulgrave will be firmly in focus, with a new photography competition now open to encourage people to get out their camera and provide a view of the suburb. more
9 May 2011
  • Word Up For WordFest
    Monash Public Library Service's popular WordFest will again highlight the talents of local writers this year, as well as putting all things 'literature' up in lights. more
4 May 2011 2 May 2011

April 2011

28 April 2011 14 April 2011 13 April 2011 12 April 2011 6 April 2011 5 April 2011 1 April 2011
  • Mulgrave Fun In The April Sun
    Wellington Reserve will be the place to be on 16 April, as the annual Mulgrave Fun Day brings a touch of magic and loads of entertainment to the suburb. more

March 2011

30 March 2011
  • A Path Forward for Traders and Pedestrians
    A new Footpath Trading and Access policy has been adopted in the Glen Waverley and Oakleigh Activity centres, providing better access for pedestrians using the busy shopping strips. more
  • Glen Waverley on the Up
    Monash Council has granted a permit for a multi-level, mixed use building in the Glen Waverley station precinct at its Ordinary Meeting of Council last night. more
28 March 2011
  • Women Make Their Voice Heard in Monash
    The importance of women in leadership roles in the City of Monash has been put high on the agenda in Monash, with the official launch of the 'Women's Leadership and Participation Strategy 2011-2013 – Celebrating and Empowering Women in our Community', today. more
17 March 2011 16 March 2011 9 March 2011 7 March 2011 1 March 2011

February 2011

28 February 2011 23 February 2011 22 February 2011 18 February 2011
  • A Carnival of Music Comes to Oakleigh
    The City of Monash is proud to present the inaugural Oakleigh Music Festival, a vibrant ten-day celebration of the city's lively cultural, arts and culinary scenes. more
11 February 2011
  • A Feather Touch in Oakleigh
    The City of Monash's newest public artwork will provide Oakleigh with a chance to reflect on the suburb's Indigenous history, Monash Mayor Greg Male said at its launch today. more
9 February 2011
  • A Night to Remember at the MGA
    Tickets are now on sale for the Monash Gallery of Art’s (MGA) annual gala fundraiser dinner and the 12th annual event is shaping up to be better than ever. more
2 February 2011

January 2011

31 January 2011 25 January 2011 19 January 2011 17 January 2011 11 January 2011 10 January 2011
  • Hot In The City Of Monash
    Despite a relatively cool start to summer, Monash City Council is urging residents to be prepared for heatwaves in the coming weeks and months. more

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