Northern Grampians, VIC

Northern Grampians, VIC strengthens curb appeal of businesses with visual merchandising workshops

The council partnered with Melbourne-based A Creative Space for free monthly workshops. Local retailers learn how to design street-level windows and displays that turn interested parties into customers. These workshops highlight the importance of consistent visual design across online and brick-and-mortar shops. A Creative Space founder Jennie Kelly provides in-store consultations with workshop attendees implementing lessons from the workshops.

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Northern Grampians, VIC

Australia

Northern Grampians, VIC engages Halls Gap residents and businesses in a preparedness project

The Halls Gap Preparedness and Resilience Project mobilizes community resources against natural disasters. A survey asked residents about their concerns ahead of bushfire season. The council planned workshops for fire plan development by homeowners and businesses. A community-run resiliency group uses local experience and knowledge for improved disaster responses. Researchers from the University of Melbourne will assist with the Fuel Reduction Research project.

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Northern Grampians, VIC

Australia

Northern Grampians, VIC protects health and safety of public spaces with Work for Victoria team

The council will hire up to 26 temporary cleaners and maintenance workers for six-month contracts. Each project worker is unemployed or financially diminished by the COVID-19 outbreak. Cleaners ensure that frequently touched surfaces in public spaces are sanitized to prevent community transmission. Repair teams are tasked with fixing outdoor benches, replacing inefficient lights and water fixtures, and renovating public buildings.

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Northern Grampians, VIC

Australia