Celebrating Local Government Week 2008
28 July - 3 August
 Local Government Week is an opportunity for councils to promote the importance of local government, and show the community how they can be part of their council's day-to-day activities.
The theme 'Over the Fence' relates to developing relationships with our neighbours, and to the character of our area, what sets it apart, extending the notion of the individual backyard, to the whole community. As a diverse, vibrant and innovative community, with colourful main streets, plenty of green space and a culturally diverse population, Marrickville has plenty to be discovered just over your fence.
Marrickville Council is celebrating Local Government Week 2008 with a program of special events. Join in and celebrate the Marrickville local government area - your 'backyard'!
On the website this week
- Online Photography Exhibition
A fascinating exhibition giving a glimpse into the history of Marrickville Council's operations.
- Local Government Week Competition (now closed)
Marrickville Council's Local Government Week competition closed at 5pm on Wednesday 30 July 2008. Winners for the two $50 book vouchers will be announced on the morning of Thursday 31 July at 10:30am. Thanks to everybody that entered!
Activities throughout the week
- Bus Tour - Monday 28 July, 10am-12:30pm
View the rich history of our local government area with a free bus tour. The tour will start and finish at Council's Administrative Centre, 2-14 Fisher Street, Petersham. Places strictly limited - please phone 9335 2252 to reserve your seat.
- Community Morning Tea - Wednesday 30 July, 10:30am-12 noon
Morning tea at Tom Foster Community Centre, 11-13 Darley St, Newtown. Places are limited - please phone 9335 2252 to reserve your seat.
- School Visits
The kids take over Council Chambers! "What kids want in their backyard"
- Storytime - Tuesday 29 July, 11am at Stanmore Library and Wednesday 30 July, 10:30am at Marrickville Library.
Special Local Government Week-themed Storytime reading.
- Photographic exhibition - A photographic history of local government in the Marrickville area, expanding further on the themes of the online exhibition linked above. On exhibition at Council's Administrative Centre, 2-14 Fisher Street, Petersham.
- Magic Yellow Bus - Special Local Government Week gifts and activities
Getting involved in local government
- Citizens' Panel - Do you want to be more involved in local government in Marrickville? Join our Citizens' Panel to participate in consultation mechanisms such as focus groups, functions and surveys.
- Information on 13 September local government elections - Your opportunity to have your say on who will represent you at Council for the next four years.
Local government issues
If you are interested in discussions on the role of local government in Australia today, as well as issues such as long-term financial sustainability, we recommend you visit the following websites:
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