Mayor Cuc Lam
As we head into the cooler weather, there is still so much to do in Maribyrnong.
This week is Neighbourhood House Week, a time to honour the invaluable contributions of our seven neighbourhood houses and community centres. These important spaces offer our community a safe, inclusive and accessible place to meet and connect.
Under the theme ’Stronger together,’ we invite you to celebrate with us at any of the events planned across the municipality, from family morning teas to home decluttering workshops, there is something for everyone. For more information, visit maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/nhw
Meanwhile, our home grown Setting Sun International Film Festival is now in its eleventh year, showcasing stellar works from independent filmmakers across Australia and beyond. Don’t miss the opportunity to explore diverse cinematic experiences from now until May 20.
The remainder of the program will take place at Kindred Studios in Yarraville and The Greek Centre in Melbourne. For tickets and program details, visit settingsunshortfilmfestival.com.au
Looking ahead, Maribyrnong is gearing up for its inaugural Living Future Expo this June. This celebration of sustainability is a free and family-friendly expo which will showcase a range of Council initiatives, community exhibits, workshops, and interactive experiences designed to educate and motivate attendees. Learn more about this exciting event at maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/living-future expo
At our recent council meeting, we had the honour of hosting members of the Les Twentyman Foundation and his family. We proudly announced the renaming of the Youth Leadership Award in his memory. Raised in Braybrook, Les Twentyman was a beacon of hope – a local hero, youth advocate, and community stalwart. His legacy, embodied by the foundation bearing his name, continues to transform the lives of young Victorians and their families.
The newly named ’Les Twentyman Youth Leadership Award’ serves as a tangible tribute to his extraordinary impact, inspiring future generations to embody his spirit of service and compassion. Les embodied the best of humanity, and his absence will be deeply felt.
