Whittlesea, VIC

Whittlesea, VIC Disability Network Hub opens online channels for accessibility discussions

The Disability Network Hub features a community feedback form with questions about public spaces, services, and program ideas. A Service Providers form asks carers and specialists about how Whittlesea can improve service delivery. Council officials ask stakeholders for ideas on hub improvements and participation in conversation threads. This new platform was introduced on the International Day of People with Disabilities as part of Whittlesea's efforts at a place for all by 2040.

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Whittlesea, VIC

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Whittlesea, VIC It's All Here campaign supports local businesses with incentives and awareness

City officials approved a $150,000 AUD fund for incentives to consumers who buy local. Each purchase of $50 AUD or more from a Whittlesea business is eligible for a 25% rebate. It's All Here incentives are available while funding lasts with a $100 AUD maximum rebate per person. The program's website shows the percentages of available and paid incentives. Whittlesea produced a series of eight videos with local business owners to support the campaign.

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Whittlesea, VIC

Australia

Whittlesea, VIC amplifies eco-friendly practices with Supply Chain Sustainability School

Suppliers to the City of Whittlesea are encouraged to complete the school's free virtual training. An in-take assessment uses responses to statements on sustainable practices as benchmarks for future evaluation. Participants are provided industry-specific action items that address environmental impacts, production waste, and labor practices. The Supply Chain Sustainability School issues Bronze, Silver, and Gold memberships based on supplier participation.

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Whittlesea, VIC

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Whittlesea, VIC consults with young residents on gambling harm reduction campaign

Residents aged 16 to 25 were asked to participate in collaborative workshops with council staffers. The weekly workshops are opportunities for participants to shape social media, in-person, and traditional media outreach on gambling's negative effects. Whittlesea recruited participants from diverse communities to maximize campaign impacts. Workshop attendees receive $25 AUD per hour to help the council achieve goals set in its 10-year Gambling Strategy and Action Plan.

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Whittlesea, VIC

Australia

Whittlesea, VIC amplifies local businesses during COVID-19 with Still Here 4 You campaign

The council uses the Whittlesea Unites Facebook page to highlight resident support for local shops. A weekly theme leads to user comments and videos about their experiences in shopping local during the pandemic. Whittlesea and Plenty Valley FM fund a weekly drawing among participants for $50 AUD toward the winner's favorite business. The Still Here 4 You initiative includes an online business directory with updated service information.

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Whittlesea, VIC

Australia

Whittlesea, VIC quantifies daily life through Smart Cities pilot

Whittlesea placed sensors on garbage cans and city vehicles to track the usage of public assets. Eight air quality monitors and five water level sensors provided glimpses of environmental conditions. Twenty-one sensors placed in high-traffic areas counted pedestrians for improved traffic management policies. The city council worked with La Trobe University, RMIT University, and neighboring cities to analyze data for future action.

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Whittlesea, VIC

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