October in the City of Marion | |
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This month, grab the family and get out to explore exciting events, programs and activities in the City of Marion.
Dive into another season with Marion Outdoor Pool, explore the school holiday activities at our facilities, come along to Touch a Truck with the kids, visit the Marion Community Expo, read how we're embracing a green city and more.
Have a great October!
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Dive into another season at MOP! | |
We're thrilled to share that the Marion Outdoor Pool 2023/2024 season is officially open and will be open for 30 weeks of the year!
Just a reminder, bookings are no longer required for casual visits.
However, memberships, family and multi-visit passes, swim school, swimming lanes, aqua aerobic classes, and birthday parties can now all be booked online.
For more information and to see pricing, click below.
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Touch a Truck - tomorrow! | |
Touch a Truck is happening tomorrow at the Mitchell Park Sports and Community Centre.
The day will have a variety of emergency vehicles, City of Marion outdoor vehicles, and electric vehicles... and will include the legends behind the wheels that keep our community turning!
You'll get to see our community trucks up close with music, food trucks, coffee and more. From the first rev of the engines to the last note of the music, there's non-stop fun and discovery for everyone.
We can't wait to see you there.
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Neighbourhood Centres Term 4 program open! | |
Our four Marion Neighbourhood Centres - Glandore, Mitchell Park, Cooinda, and Trott Park offer a large range of workshops, programs, services and events for locals.
You’ll get to enjoy programs such as Pilates, indoor bowls, art, sewing, woodwork, meditation, yoga, and more.
To find a program at your nearest neighbourhood centre, click the button below.
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School holiday fun for the family | |
School holidays are in full swing, and we've got you covered with our go-to guide for things to do with your children during the October school holidays.
From nature-based adventures and crafty fun, to sporting sessions and stimulating workshops - there's something always happening near you to keep the kids, big or small, entertained.
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We're thrilled to announce our new edition City Limits is on its way to your letterbox and is also available online.
In this edition, you'll read about our exciting Touch a Truck event on this Friday, dive into another season of Marion Outdoor Pool, learn how we're taking climate action, and much more!
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At the City of Marion, our people, our community and our outcomes are our priority.
If you’ve ever considered
a career in local government,
we invite you to come and learn a little bit more about our staff and what it’s like working
with us.
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Marion Community Services Expo | |
An initiative of the Marion Community Forum, this Expo
will showcase a variety of community services available
to support you and your family
in City of Marion.
You’ll get to meet the friendly staff from City of Marion and
a variety of local service providers and receive the
latest information.
Thursday 19 October
at 9 am to 3 pm.
Westfield Marion – Centre Court (ground floor in front
of the food court escalators).
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$15 Senior Saturday Specials | |
Mitchell Park Sports and Community Centre Bistro are now offering $15 lunch specials for seniors.
Choices include:
- Roast of the day
- Beer battered fish & chips
- Salt and pepper squid
- Moroccan spiced roasted vegetable salad
- Pasta of the day
- Chef's curry
- Chicken schnitzel
Walk-ins welcome or phone to book on 7420 6499.
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Marion Celebrates returns this November | |
After a four-year hiatus, the free, biennial Marion Celebrates festival kicks off at Glandore Community Centre, with the theme: ‘Many Cultures, One Earth’.
Along with family-friendly activities like face painting, children’s storytelling, line dancing, and chalk drawing, the main stage includes Sun of Africa Drum & Dance Ensemble, the Cartel Afinke Latin Band,
and more.
Grab a bite to eat or drink from a fabulous variety of food trucks.
Sat 18 Nov - 1.30pm to 5pm
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Enjoy the Vista in Seacombe Heights | |
Have you seen our new telescopic sculpture in Seacombe Heights?
It’s out of this world! Come along to the Vista Street Reserve to see the newly installed artwork and take a happy snap while you’re there.
Tag us at #cityofmarion #thebigtelescope and we’ll share out favourites to our Instagram stories this week.
Artwork credit: Monica Prichard and Glen Duncan.
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Celebrating our trees
Join us for the Love our Trees campaign community celebration on Saturday 14 October at 11am
to 2pm.
We’ve got lots of free activities for adults and kids to help you learn, play and celebrate.
You'll get to chat with an arborist, enjoy nature craft activities and games, explore community tree artwork and story displays, and enjoy a free sausage sizzle and coffee cart.
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In Marion we want to see our streets and parks lined with healthy trees that provide shade and cool our streets and are habitat for birds and wildlife.
By 2040 our tree canopy will increase by 20%. To help, we're planting 3,900 street trees each year and 2,000 reserve trees over the next 5 years.
View our interactive map to see how many trees are in your street, how much water our trees require, future planting locations, species planted and more.
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Photo of the month
Our photo of the month goes
to @gensjourneys who captured this spectacular shot of Hallett Cove beach.
Want to be featured on our Instagram? Don't forget to tag us
or use the hashtag #cityofmarion.
We love to see all of your pictures.
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Your Council
Our Council Members play an essential role in representing and leading their communities. They advocate for residents, contribute to decision-making, and collaborate to help improve the wellbeing and development of their local ward areas.
If you would like to get in touch with your local Council Members, please visit our website for details.
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