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Tag Archives: Knox Council
Waste recycling plans for Ferntree Gully
Knox Council has proposed for a recycling container to be placed in the Ferntree Gully Station car park in the Village. What do you think? Continue reading
Posted in News, Safety, Uncategorized
Tagged community, Knox Council, Village
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New Mayor for Knox 2023
Cr Jude Dwight has been elected Mayor of Knox City Council, with Cr Sorina Grasso to serve as Deputy Mayor for the next year. Continue reading
Posted in News
Tagged Jude Dwight, Knox Council, Marcia Timmers-Leitch, Mayor, Sorina Grasso
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Ferntree Gully Cemetery marks 150th anniversary
First established in 1873, Ferntree Gully Cemetery is the final resting place of place of pioneers, convicts, Gallipoli soldiers, cold case victims and prominent local figures. Continue reading
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Tagged FTG Cemetery, Knox Council, Village
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Wonders of the Arboretum
In September the Arboretum was transformed into a wonderland, with many weird and wonderful creatures, entertainers and singers. Continue reading
Posted in Arts, Community
Tagged community, Knox Council, Tim Neville Arboretum
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Creative Placemaking in Ferntree Gully Village
Two new murals have been created in Ferntree Gully Village as part of the Ferntree Gully Creative Placemaking Plan. Continue reading
Posted in Community, News
Tagged arts, Knox Council, Village
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Sorry Day: Remembering the Stolen Generations
National Sorry Day is held annually on 26 May to commemorate the Stolen Generations. Continue reading
Posted in Community
Tagged First Nations, Knox Council, National Sorry Day
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Budget Approved: Wins for Friberg Ward
The budget has seen some great wins for Friberg ward, with upgrades to local parks and services. Continue reading
Posted in Community, News
Tagged budget, Knox Council, Susan Laukens
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Ferntree Gully Community Safety Grants
Foothills Community Care is among the recipients of Council grants to enhance safety in Ferntree Gully. Continue reading
Posted in Community, News, Safety, Uncategorized
Tagged community, Empowering Communities, Foothills Community Care, Knox Council, MDLC
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Lake Knox development update
Development Victoria is appealing Council’s refusal to grant two planning permits for its proposed Knoxfield development. Continue reading
Posted in Environment, News
Tagged Knox Council, Lake Knox
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