Central Ranges : The Murrindindi Shire Committee

The Murrindindi Shire Committee

Murrindindi Launches LLEN Sub-Committee

Mayor, Deputy & Chair

The Board of Directors is proud to announce the confirmation and launch of the Murrindindi Shire sub-committee today in a brief but very constructive ceremony in the Murrindindi Shire Council board-room in Alexandra.

Mayor of Murrindindi Shire, Cr. Mike Dalmau officially launched the new committee. Mayor Dalmau outlined the important role strong leadership and support from the Shire can play in assisting and improving educational outcomes for all the communities in the Shire. He indicated a genuine willingness and support for integrating the skills needs of communities across the shire, as well as working closely with local businesses and industry leaders to ensure a 'better fit' and 'whole of community' approach.

Deputy Mayor, Cr. Graeme Brown outlined the many opportunities available to communities within Murrindindi, and saw immediate opportunities to engage with groups such as the 'phase 3' group from Marysville, involving retired and semi re-tired community members and possible mentoring or support roles for local education and training providers.

Mr Gerard Hard , Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Central Ranges LLEN and Area Manager for The Apprenticeship Factory , outlined the importance of coordination of planning, stating that as recently as two weeks ago, the LLEN executive had met with Aquaculture training specialists to discuss how to improve access to education and training services that will directly support an important industry in the region.

Meeting in progress Representatives from townships and communities across the shire attended a small morning tea to witness the launch and contribute feedback.

Over the coming months, the sub-committee plans to meet at least twice, to begin the process of advocating for and informing the planning for educational provision and business/community partnerships.

Handshake seals the deal!

Mayor Dalmau [left] and CRLLEN Chair, Gerard Hard confirm the deal with a handshake!