Maroondah, VIC

City in Victoria

Australia

117.5k population • AU$122.2m budget

Websitemaroondah.vic.gov.au

Maroondah, VIC works with neighboring councils on ConnectUs portal for young residents

Youth services teams from Maroondah, Knox, and Yarra Ranges developed the easy-to-use portal. ConnectUs maps recreation events, community services, job centers, and other resources for residents aged 10 to 25. The website includes a basic search bar as well as advanced search filters by location, age, gender, and spoken language. Providers use the Add Service button to place their services in front of young residents, guardians, and community organizations.

Intergovernmental Cooperation+3

Maroondah, VIC

Australia

Yarra Ranges, VIC

Australia

Maroondah, VIC improves resident experiences with exercise using Maroondah Leisure App

The council-developed app allows residents to automatically track progress in their exercise routines. Users can work through pre-set routines or customize their fitness experiences. Current members of Aquahub, Aquanation, and the Croydon Memorial Pool can book fitness courses through the app. Maroondah Leisure App uses activity leaderboards to incentivize regular exercise while generating data on recreational facility use.

Parks and Recreation+3

Maroondah, VIC

Australia

Verified Projects

Knox, VIC leads feasability study on reusable sanitary products with neighboring councils

Knox and five Melbourne-area councils are surveying local residents about sanitary and incontinence products. The survey asks about product types in use and past experiences with reusable items. Council officials are seeking insights into why participants may be reluctant or inconsistent with their reusable product use. The study will produce best practices for council efforts to reduce the 15% of landfill waste composed of single-use items like diapers and pads.

Surveys+5

Knox, VIC

Australia

Maroondah, VIC

Australia