Category Archives: News

Foothills Big Father’s Day Drive 2020

Posted on October 2, 2020 by

We all are aware of how difficult this year has been for so many people, both locally and globally. So many struggling to make ends meet, as well as dealing with restrictions and isolation. Throughout this time there have been … Continue reading →

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Creative Industry Renewal grants for 2021 Village recovery

Posted on October 2, 2020 by

Knox Council’s new Creative Industry Renewal Grants have invited community partnerships in arts, music and food events to help rebuild momentum in the Village. A calendar of exciting events: weekend food trail specials, local musicians and artists on show, will … Continue reading →

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Knox Local Champions Gender Equality Award 2020

Posted on September 12, 2020 by

Do you know someone who has made or is making a significant difference to the lives of women and girls in the City of Knox? If the answer is ‘yes’, have you thought about nominating them for a Knox Local … Continue reading →

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Shout out for Foothills Community Care

Posted on August 11, 2020 by

Nick Wakeling, State MP for Ferntree Gully, recently visited Foothills Community Care. I recently visited Foothills Community Care in Ferntree Gully to see the great work they were doing in preparing meals and providing a range of support to help … Continue reading →

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August Message from Mayor of Knox – Cr Nicole Seymour

Posted on July 31, 2020 by

How are you? Are you doing ok? It has been an incredibly tough six months, and who would have thought we would face yet again such disruption to our lives with a return to Stage Three ‘Stay At Home’ restrictions … Continue reading →

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Covid-19 not stopping construction

Posted on July 31, 2020 by

Message from Alan Tudge, Federal MP for Aston The Covid-19 pandemic has stopped a lot of things, but not our local infrastructure improvements. One of the big developments last year was opening the Henderson Rd Bridge in Rowville. This provides … Continue reading →

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Changes underway at Quarry Park

Posted on July 31, 2020 by

Upgrades to Quarry Park have recently been completed, including a new playground, ready for us all to enjoy. And we did, for a few weeks until lockdown intervened. As well as the playground the works include a sandpit, BBQ and … Continue reading →

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Knox Council Elections 2020

Posted on July 31, 2020 by

Importantly, these elections will be held by postal voting only in October 2020 due to the pandemic. The 2020 Knox City Council elections will be held by full postal voting. This means ballot packs will be mailed to every person … Continue reading →

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Knox Factor returns in 2020

Posted on June 23, 2020 by

  Registrations are now open for the Knox Factor talent competition 2020. Knox Factor is open to singers and aspiring vocalists aged 5 to 25 years who either live, study, work or play within Knox. Create and submit a raw … Continue reading →

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Our roadmap for a COVIDsafe Australia

Posted on May 28, 2020 by

Message from Alan Tudge, Federal MP for Aston The past couple of months have been incredibly difficult for our nation and community. Thankfully, due to the efforts of all Australians, we are now starting to see the light at the … Continue reading →

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