Celebrating a Century of Luna Park - City of Port Phillip
Celebrating a Century of Luna Park - City of Port Phillip
Celebrating a Century of Luna Park - City of Port Phillip
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FYI<br />
from aSSIST<br />
What are the ASSIST hours over the<br />
holiday period?<br />
Complete details <strong>of</strong> the aSSIST service<br />
hours are on page two.<br />
Want to report an after-hours<br />
emergency?<br />
Call assist on 9209 6777 – this is a<br />
24 hour service, seven days a week.<br />
Are we allowed to have fireworks on<br />
our own property on the New Year’s<br />
Eve?<br />
No. It is against the law to set <strong>of</strong>f illegal<br />
fireworks. any persons interested in<br />
organising fireworks for a major event<br />
or on private property needs to<br />
contact Worksafe Victoria on<br />
9641 1444 for a license. Council does<br />
not issue permits for fireworks on<br />
private property.<br />
How can I dispose <strong>of</strong> my Christmas<br />
tree?<br />
The Council will pick up trees as part<br />
<strong>of</strong> hard/green waste collection. Book a<br />
pick-up by contacting aSSIST on<br />
9209 6777.<br />
Are there changes to parking over<br />
summer?<br />
From November, all <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Phillip</strong><br />
foreshore car parking charges change<br />
from the winter parking rate <strong>of</strong> $4.50<br />
to the summer rate <strong>of</strong> $10.50. (There<br />
are no changes to fees in other areas).<br />
Over the holiday period there is a<br />
marked increase in drivers parking in<br />
no stopping areas and loading zones.<br />
Loading zones are for commercial<br />
vehicles only. Please take care to plan<br />
ahead for your shopping trip and<br />
ensure you allow enough time to find<br />
appropriate parking.<br />
all areas including no stopping areas<br />
and loading zones are constantly<br />
patrolled – don’t let a parking<br />
infringement spoil your day!<br />
<strong>Park</strong>ing, the Law and you brochures<br />
from the Victoria Law Foundation are<br />
available from our town halls or aSSIST.<br />
This handy guide explains common<br />
parking laws such as how much space<br />
to leave when parking, common parking<br />
signs, who can issue a parking fine and<br />
who to contact if you need more help.<br />
aSSIST 9209 6777 is the best number to<br />
call for information about council services<br />
or to let us know about a problem.<br />
NEIgHBOURHOOD<br />
news<br />
Christmas cheer in your local shop front<br />
PORT MELBOURNE: The areas around Bay, Liardet and Rouse Streets will come alive in<br />
the lead up to Christmas, with window decorations and a 12 Days <strong>of</strong> Christmas competition<br />
for kids. Twelve animal figures will be hidden among the store window decorations, and<br />
postcards will be distributed so children can locate the animals and submit their entries.<br />
The launch <strong>of</strong> the Christmas in <strong>Port</strong> Melbourne celebrations will be on Thursday 29 November,<br />
5 pm – 9 pm, with carols, a circus street performance, sausage sizzle, and a photo opportunity<br />
with Santa.<br />
Sneak peek at St Kilda Festival local gigs<br />
ST KILDA: During Live N Local week, St Kilda venues will open their doors to the best local<br />
music talent. Musicians can add to their pr<strong>of</strong>essional skills by participating in a series <strong>of</strong> talks,<br />
forums and workshops as part <strong>of</strong> St Kilda Festival’s<br />
artist Development Program. The events will feature<br />
leading australian music industry pr<strong>of</strong>essionals such as<br />
singer-songwriter Jen Cloher, who will host the<br />
I Manage My Music workshop on Sunday<br />
3 February at the Elwood St Kilda Neighbourhood<br />
Learning Centre. www.imanagemymusic.com<br />
The St Kilda Sports Club will join a growing list <strong>of</strong><br />
local venues that will host live music as part <strong>of</strong> Live N<br />
Local week (3 - 9 February). Expect performances<br />
throughout the festival week, bringing the bowls venue<br />
to melodic life.<br />
Yalukit Willam Ngargee – 2 February 2013<br />
Live N Local – 3 - 9 February 2013<br />
Festival Sunday – 10 February 2013<br />
A pet is for life, not just for Christmas<br />
EAST ST KILDA: The St Kilda Veterinary Clinic is <strong>of</strong>fering free information sessions on pet<br />
adoption between 4 pm and 5 pm on Wednesdays leading up to Christmas. The 20 minute<br />
consultations will help you make an informed<br />
decision on what type <strong>of</strong> animal is right for your<br />
family, and will also provide tips on making a<br />
safe household environment for your adopted<br />
pet. Call 9534 1741 for more information.<br />
If you are thinking <strong>of</strong> getting a pet over<br />
Christmas, consider adopting one from an<br />
animal shelter. Most shelters have reasonable<br />
adoption fees that help to cover costs such as<br />
veterinary care, vaccinations, micro-chipping,<br />
animal behaviour assessment and de-sexing.<br />
Lost Dogs Home<br />
2 gracie Street, North Melbourne. For more<br />
information visit www.dogshome.com or call<br />
9329 2755.<br />
Victorian Dog Rescue and Resource<br />
Group (VicDRG)<br />
www.victoriandogsrescue.org.au<br />
RSPCA Victoria<br />
Dogs and cats as well as guinea pigs and rabbits<br />
can be adopted. Visit www.rspcavic.org/adoption<br />
Jen Cloher<br />
St Kilda vet clinic’s Mitzy-Mu with vet<br />
Dr Karen Boyd-Jones.<br />
12 The Official NewsleTTer Of The ciTy Of POrT PhilliP<br />
www.portphillip.vic.gov.au
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