Cr Chrissy Hawker, Glenelg Shire Council in Portland, Victoria | Political candidate
Cr Chrissy Hawker, Glenelg Shire Council
Locality: Portland, Victoria
Phone: +61 428 865 437
Address: Sh 18b Pioneer Plaza 3305 Portland, VIC, Australia
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25.01.2022 The Portland Foreshore project and works update:
25.01.2022 GREAT WORK AND GREAT PEOPLE At the www.facebook.com/portlandses
25.01.2022 Small business will be vital to our economic recovery and you can do your part by choosing to #buylocal, #supportlocal to help them get through this period so we can #lovewherewelive. 98% of Australia's businesses are Small Business and employ around 6 million Australians.
24.01.2022 OPINION: HISTORY TELLS US WHAT TO EXPECT While not unexpected back at the beginning of the year, the so-called second wave of Covid19 and the eventual cases increasing in Glenelg Shire has been a blow to business nation-wide.... While some (including mine), absorbed some of the impact and downturn through restrictions, partial closures and the drop in consumer demand, now, the second wave and necessarily harder restrictions is going to hurt employers, businesses, staff and the shopping public. The public health and the ability of our health services are of critical importance. We know this, and while we mostly understand it’s going to hurt. Financially, emotionally and in every way. As a Shire resident, with a stake in the wellbeing of our community, as an employer, small business and now a councillor, my mission is to stand with the community and look for every way to survive and eventually thrive once more. We, as a community, have a tough road ahead. Cliché’s like it will get worse before it gets better sound trite and empty- but in fact, they came about through adversities in past health epidemics, recessions, depression and even the war years that some residents remember only too well. Other problems, opportunities and more challenges won’t just sit on hold. We will have good days and bad days. We need to be kind to one another check-in on people and follow the health guidelines to the letter. WHAT DO WE DO? Focus on health issues like Covid19, the precautions and tactics we will use to cope with the disease until science can offer lasting resistance or even a cure. Health comes first, because without stability in the health of the community everything else will seem like an almost impossible challenge. We must fight for the physical and mental health of every person in our community. THERE IS HOPE There is a tonne of work and a lot of sadness and hardship, but the prosperity of the community is in its people, and we can help each other, and we must. Communication, Patience, Community Spirit and a Sense of Humour will help us through. Everyone is affected. I will continue to look for opportunities and ideas to make a bad situation a little less so.
23.01.2022 LOVE YOUR LOCAL - small business recognition . IS there a small local business you would like to see recognised for its outstanding approach to innovating and c...ommunicating during the past six months? To celebrate Small Business month, The Portland Observer in conjunction with Committee For Portland and Portland Signworks want to recognise small businesses in Portland that have provided exceptional service during the pandemic, with a specific focus on those that have introduced innovative approaches to their business operations, and provided excellence in communication. The campaign is an opportunity for the public to show their appreciation for small local businesses who are doing an outstanding job given the current difficult times our community is experiencing. Members of the public are invited to nominate businesses for the Love Your Local campaign in three categories: retail sector; services and hospitality sector; and industry and trade sector. Each nominated business will receive a window display sticker, designed and produced by Portland Signworks. Following on from the eye-catching "Yes We Are Open" initiative by Portland Signworks in April, "Love Your Local" will feature a colourful window sticker to help the public easily see which bricks and mortar businesses are open. Winners in the three categories will be announced on September 18 and each will receive a gourmet hamper (and bragging rights). Nominations can be made via the form on this link: https://tinyurl.com/y6j6f8rv and email it to admin@committeefor portland.com.au or hand delivered to The Portland Observer, 47 Percy St. Nominations close Friday, September 11. See more
23.01.2022 Your Glenelg Shire Councillors for the next 4 years.
22.01.2022 The Australian Tourism Trust is seeking approval for the project that would include an 88-room hotel, 18 villas and a restaurant at Cape Bridgewater.
22.01.2022 Thursday 10th September is our national R U OK day. This is a day when we remind Australians that every day is the day to ask "Are you OK?" Put on a splash of yellow and don't forget ...a conversation could change a life.
22.01.2022 To find out what community infrastructure projects will be delivered across the Shire this financial year - have a read !!
22.01.2022 Spring is in full flight, and fellow Councillor Geoff White and I are stepping out with renewed freedom. Easing not ended. But Portland and the Shire's futures look bright. Enjoy your day.
20.01.2022 Exciting news for Heywood.
19.01.2022 COMMUNITY GRANTS OPENING NEXT WEEK Calling all community groups, individuals and not-for profit organisations - council’s Community Grants Program will open Mon...day 18 January. The grant categories include: recreation public halls community strengthening community events and arts culture and heritage. For further information, or to start preparing your application, please visit the Community Grants webpage: https://bit.ly/3oCHwWt
18.01.2022 Free information session.
17.01.2022 Enjoying being out and about visiting retailers and watching families enjoy the 'All Abilities Play Space' today while the weather is fine. So grateful that we are in a covid free area and thankful to everyone taking care in this strange world we live in. Stay Safe !!
16.01.2022 An update from our Portland & District Health CEO
15.01.2022 I am pleased to confirm I have put my hand up again to run for this election. In the leadup to the caretaker period this page will only be used for Council related matters not election advertising. I can still be contacted for your council related matters via this page or my mobile phone. "Alone we can do so little but together we can do much more". ... For more information on the elections please visit: www.vec.vic.gov.au
15.01.2022 Attention all Sporting Clubs: Please share !! Applications are now open for the latest round of the Victorian Government’s 2020-21 Sporting Club Grants Program. The grants provide clubs up to $1,000 for new uniforms and equipment, up to $5,000 for training coaches, officials and volunteers, and up to $5,000 to improve club operational effectiveness.... They help people of all ages and abilities take part in grassroots sport, no matter where they live and are a great boost for clubs who are looking to get back on track following coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions. For more information on the grants and how to apply, go to https://sport.vic.gov.au//our/sporting-club-grants-program
13.01.2022 Out for a walk to clear the mind and balance life.. hope you are all doing Ok!! #lovewherewelive
13.01.2022 When you want something, ask yourself if you can buy it from a local business.... Remember - local business' have been there for you, your clubs, your schools in the past - now it's your turn to be there for them ! #supportlocalbusiness
12.01.2022 Thank you to all those who completed our recent survey on Wattle Crescent Playground. ' : Imp...rovements to the playground must be easily maintained Top rated features were shade, seating, sports equipment, waste facillities and footpaths Perception of public safety : New play equipment aimed for younger kids Multi-use concrete area with basketball ring Undercover seating Water fountain New bin and dog waste facilities : From here, we anticipate to install the new equipment in April 2021, with the park ready for use by May 2021.
11.01.2022 Sporting Clubs will need help more then ever this coming season so get in touch with one of the below contacts in your region to find out more! A great way to meet people, get fit and earn a little income.
10.01.2022 This week we welcomed the Glenelg Shires newest Citizens. Congratulations and Welcome.
10.01.2022 A positive day with Premier Dan pre Covid times.
10.01.2022 Thankyou to all the front line health workers who front up every day to take care of our elderly, sick and vulnerable... It was back to good old fashioned handwritten letters for me and delivering to Portlands BUPA aged care. Hopefully this will brighten someone's day.
09.01.2022 Stay Safe - Be Kind - Look after yourself - look out for each other!!
08.01.2022 Goodbye Winter- Hello Spring... heres some inspiration....
07.01.2022 HEYWOOD PUMP TRACK UPDATE You may have visited the Heywood Skate Park lately and noticed the temporary fencing at the BMX site. The previous BMX track has re...cently been removed to make way for a brand new modular pump track. With the earthworks of the site now complete, construction of the track will begin in the new year. We anticipate the track will be ready for use in early 2021. To keep up to date with this project, or see what's happening in your township, please visit our dedicated YourSay Glenelg projects page: https://yoursay.glenelg.vic.gov.au/community-infrastructure
06.01.2022 HAVE YOUR SAY - PORTLAND DOG PARKS We've got an exciting update on our dog park funding - dog owners will soon enjoy not one, but TWO, dog parks in Portland f...or exercise and social interaction! The new parks will feature separate fenced areas for small and large dogs. Each fenced area will feature: lawn gravel pathways shade, seating double-gated entry landscaping a sand pit bins water fountains accessible pathways a range of surfaces from turf to crushed rock. What else should be included? We want to hear your ideas! Visit our YourSay Glenelg site to let us know what else should be considered in the concept designs: https://yoursay.glenelg.vic.gov.au/portland-dog-parks
04.01.2022 OUTDOOR DINING - EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Are you a local hospitality business and want to help shape outdoor dining? We are currently inviting Expressions of Interest from local hospitality venues to inform our installation of infrastructure to enhance outdoor dining during the summer months.... The installation of glass balustrade on footpaths to protect from the wind and/or provision of 'parklets' to increase footpath space are some of the options available. Submit your EOI by Friday 20th November
04.01.2022 FLINDERS PARK MASTER PLAN DEVELOPMENT UPDATE Thank you to the many sporting clubs, user groups and individuals who passed along their feedback about the future direction for Flinders Park. We hads more than 50 submissions, which was fantastic to see so much community interest! ... Where to from here: A summary of responses will be collated for the Project Control Group. The Project Control Group will then discuss the challenges and opportunities, based on the submission responses. This will then be presented back to the community.
03.01.2022 Thankyou Johnny Well done.
02.01.2022 WONDERFUL NATURE MORE: https://www.abc.net.au//whale-watching-citizen-sc/12306452
01.01.2022 Congratulations to all.
