City of Whittlesea, Melbourne, Australia

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Volunteers needed to finish bushfire re-fencing

FenceAid, the volunteer fencing program on bushfire-affected properties in the Whittlesea, Humevale, Kinglake West, Strathewen and St Andrews area is calling for volunteers to finish up as much fencing as possible before program funding winds up in the next few weeks.
Whittlesea throws its doors open for volunteer thanks

Anyone who volunteered with bushfire relief and recovery in the Whittlesea area is being urged to attend a special thank you to mark International Day of Volunteers.
Choir on song for carols

Residents can look forward to a special selection of traditional favourite Christmas songs when the Community Choir performs at this year’s Carols by Candlelight.
Do the Right Thing

Students from local schools have joined forces with Council and the Packaging Stewardship Forum to encourage residents to ‘Do the Right Thing’ when it comes to litter.
Findon Recreation Reserve Pavilion Re-opens

The Findon Recreation Reserve Pavilion at Mill Park has re-opened following a $760,000 Council-funded upgrade.
High land-owner compliance with fire hazard removal

Fire hazard inspections within the City of Whittlesea has involved around 45,000 properties and while most landowners have complied with clean-up guidelines, 1,644 fire prevention notices still needed to be served.

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Preparations for Fire Season

Council has begun preparations for the coming fire season.

It is also vital that all residents start planning and preparing now.

For more information, visit the Fire Preparedness Page.

More information on preparation for Fire Season and latest news is available on the CFA website at www.cfa.vic.gov.au.
Volunteer Picnic Day

Come together to recognise the work of volunteers in the bushfire response and in our broader community with a special picnic day to celebrate International Volunteer Day. 12 to 5pm, Sunday 29 November at Whittlesea Showgrounds. Free food, music and children's activities. Local transport available.

Find out more information about the Volunteer Picnic Day .
Bushfire recovery

Council is continuing to work with bushfire affected communities in and around the City of Whittlesea to help identify and meet ongoing recovery needs following the February 2009 bushfires. Council is also working with many other agencies dedicated to bushfire recovery that are providing on-the-ground assistance and support.

Find out more about the latest on bushfire recovery including grants, events, support and information.
Fence Aid

Fence Aid, the volunteer fencing program on bushfire-affected properties in the Whittlesea, Humevale, Kinglake West, Strathewen and St Andrews area is calling for volunteers to finish up as much fencing as possible before program funding winds up in the next few weeks.

No fencing experience needed - just a reasonable level of fitness and willingness to help. If you have a day or weekend to spare, FenceAid would love to hear from you.
Have Your Say!

Whittlesea City Council is committed to hearing what you have to say on important issues and Council services, programs and initiatives.

Find out about the major projects we would like feedback on.