City of Mitcham

Nature should be easily accessible for everyone. Which is why we are thrilled to support 'Opening the Door to Nature', a project creating more accessible experiences in our local parks. Last week, Glenthorne National Park hosted disability leaders from South Asia, showcasing this initiative, which includes all-terrain assisted e-trikes, the MT Push, now available for hire at Belair National Park. The MT Push will enable individuals to easily navigate a range of terrains, from gravel to grass, mud and uneven pathways. This project is a collaborative effort led by the Cities of Yankalilla and Mitcham, the Legatus Group, and National Parks and Wildlife Service SA, and funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services. Learn more → https://bit.ly/4960T2m

Tis the season… for disaster preparedness. With the extreme weather season upon us, we’ve been busy assisting councils to prepare for their roles in emergency response. Today we were with City of Mitcham running a joint Business Continuity Plan and emergency management exercise.  It was a semi functional exercise that explored a scenario that impacted council service delivery, as well as requiring additional support to the community and the Control Agency. Shout out to Leanne McCartney from the LGFSG for the injects that brought a real world perspective to the day. Yesterday we facilitated training and an exercise for Adelaide Hills Council’s commanders and admin officers. This was a back to basics day focused on testing equipment, communication and decision making processes, and the use of checklists, risk assessments and templates. These are great examples of councils keeping their emergency management skills up to date - and building confidence and finding gaps through the process. Michael Arman Karla Billington

City of Mitcham and Flinders University have announced a strategic partnership, bringing together cutting edge research with award-winning sustainability initiatives, in a bid to boost disaster resilience and preparedness. ➡️ Find out more: https://bit.ly/4fOg9mE

We're seeking a dedicated and agile Business & FOI Support Officer to join our team. Applications for this permanent part-time role close Sunday 24 November. ➡️ Find out more and apply: https://bit.ly/4eygGYG

Congratulations to Mayor Dr. Heather Holmes-Ross, who has been officially elected as the new LGA South Australia President. Having served as Mayor of Mitcham since 2018, Mayor Holmes-Ross has been appointed as the new President for the next two-year term and will represent the interests of South Australian councils. Mayor Holmes-Ross replaces outgoing President Mayor Dean Johnson. We thank Mayor Johnson for his dedication to the role over the past two years and we look forward to working with Mayor Holmes-Ross to strengthen the role of local government and help shape our communities’ future.   Mayor Holmes-Ross will officially commence in the role at LGA’s AGM on 22 November.   Visit: https://lnkd.in/gk8agn9v Dr. Heather Holmes-Ross Clinton Jury GAICD Dean Johnson City of Mitcham

City of Mitcham’s Immunisation Service Team enjoyed hearing from 2022 SA Australian of the Year and 2023 SA Scientist of the Year Professor Helen Siobhan Marshall AM at the SA Vaccinology Conference last week. The conference brought together immunisation providers, public health practitioners, GPs, nurses, obstetricians, midwives and Aboriginal health practitioners to hear the latest research and policy updates related to immunisation in Australia. City of Mitcham holds four regular public immunisation clinics each month, along with a school immunisation program, school catch-up clinics and worksite influenza clinics. In the last quarter, a total of 1,007 vaccines were provided to the community at the Civic Centre at Torrens Park and Tiwu Kumangka at Blackwood along with pop-up clinics at Pasadena Community Centre. Read more about the program → https://bit.ly/46buDsr

Mark Winders, our Local History and Cemetery Officer, has been awarded the Darren Leuders Customer Service Award for 2024 by the Cemeteries and Crematoria Association of SA. This prestigious award is given annually to an individual who has gone above and beyond in delivering exceptional customer service in the industry. Congratulations Mark! Mark has dedicated 24 years as a volunteer and officer, sharing his extensive knowledge of the Mitcham General Cemetery and the City of Mitcham as a tour guide, and helping countless families locate burial plots and uncover family histories. The Local History Centre at the Mitcham Cultural Village is open on Tuesdays to Thursdays from 9am to 1pm.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Manager Environmental Health and Community Safety to successfully lead our environmental health and community safety programs. This role will be offered as a full-time three year contract. Applications close Monday 11 November at 5pm.

Our Citizen of the Year Awards recognise individuals, organisations and event organisers who make a positive contribution to our community. Nominations close on Friday 15 November 2024 with awards being presented early 2025. To nominate visit → https://bit.ly/3TPxNgY

🎉 It's been 12 months since we opened our newest community facility, Tiwu Kumangka, at Young Street, Blackwood. A new home for the Blackwood Library, Blackwood Community Centre and Blackwood Toy Library, as well as new gallery and learning spaces, this facility has become a thriving hub for the community. Last October we had a huge turnout to our opening and the community support has continued. If you haven't visited, make time to stop in next time you're in Blackwood, and stay up to date with all the community events by following the @Tiwu Kumangka Facebook or Instagram pages or our website here: https://lnkd.in/gC5ij7dh