The Glenferrie Times

24/09/2024

For the upcoming Councillor Meet-up the candidates for the Glenferrie and Riversdale Ward have been invited:

Councillor Candidate Meet-up
Thursday 26 September
4:00-5:00pm
Beswicke Square, 350 Burwood Road,Hawthorn

Glenferrie Ward candidates Wes Gault and Sam Aldemir have confirmed their attendance. Riversdale Ward candidate Rob Baillieu will also attend and Priscilla Duncan is an apology due to a prior commitment.

Please drop by to meet your local candidates and have a chat.

10/09/2024

From 21 September 2024, a brand new destination in Hawthorn is gearing up to celebrate both the nostalgia of early communication technology in Australia and beyond, as well as showcase the cutting-edge technologies that will connect us in the future. Through innovative displays, the National Communication Museum (NCM) promises to explore the relationship between humanity and technology, and how technology has shaped us.

From 20 September 2024, a brand new destination in Hawthorn is gearing up to celebrate both the nostalgia of early communication technology in Australia and beyond, as well as showcase the cutting-edge technologies that will connect us in the future. Through innovative displays, the National Communi...

08/09/2024

This October, all eligible Boroondara residents are required by law to submit a postal vote for the 2024 Council elections.

This October, all eligible Boroondara residents are required by law to submit a postal vote for the 2024 Council elections.Statewide, Councils spend over $8 billion annually to provide over 100 different services to communities. Councils are responsible for land use, building controls, public health...

07/09/2024

Expo 24: Electrify Your Life

Sunday 8 September 2024, 10am-4pm Hawthorn Arts Centre, 360 Burwood Rd, Hawthorn

Sunday 8 September 2024, 10am-4pm Hawthorn Arts Centre, 360 Burwood Rd, HawthornElectrify Boroondara are hosting their second expo with a diverse range of stalls offering a comprehensive insight into electrification and home energy efficiency from rooftops solar and batteries to home design and tran...

29/08/2024

Federal Government, independent member for Kooyong, Dr Monique Ryan MP has been hosting ‘pop-up offices’ around Kooyong. Locals are welcome to come and have a chat. Dr Ryan will be ready to answer questions, take on any feedback or discuss policy issues.

Saturday 31 August 2024, 9am-10am

Coles, 689 Glenferrie Road, Hawthorn

Saturday 31 August 2024, 9am-10amColes, 689 Glenferrie Road, Hawthorn Federal Government, independent member for Kooyong, Dr Monique Ryan MP has been hosting ‘pop-up offices’ around Kooyong. Locals are welcome to come and have a chat. Dr Ryan will be ready to answer questions, take on any feedba...

27/08/2024

All local residents and businesses are invited to attend, have a chat and share their ideas and thoughts for the Glenferrie and Riversdale Ward. The August Meet-Up will include Cr Wes Gault (Glenferrie Ward).

Thursday 29 August 2024
4:00 - 5:00pm
Kurtosh; Lido Arcade, 673-681 Glenferrie Road, Hawthorn

All local residents and businesses are invited to attend, have a chat and share their ideas and thoughts for the Glenferrie and Riversdale Ward. The August Meet-Up will include Cr Wes Gault (Glenferrie Ward). For the September Meet-Up, in view of Council Elections in October 2024, the Glenferrie and...

23/08/2024

Coming up to Spring, traditionally many people begin to think about having a thorough Spring clean at home. But getting organised with a simple 'how to' guide can help take the grind out of the process.

By Rohit Chand from Keen To Clean 319A Burwood Rd, Hawthorn Coming up to Spring, traditionally many people begin to think about having a thorough Spring clean at home. But getting organised with a simple 'how to' guide can help take the grind out of the process.What is a good starting point for your...

21/08/2024

The face of our retail strips is forever in a state of flux as consumer demands evolve with changing needs and tastes for goods and services. While half a century ago coffee shops were an obscure site in Melbourne, they have become an essential component of any retail mix. Now, a new kind of retail boom looks set to equal cafes in sheer volume in Glenferrie Hawthorn.

The face of our retail strips is forever in a state of flux as consumer demands evolve with changing needs and tastes for goods and services. While half a century ago coffee shops were an obscure site in Melbourne, they have become an essential component of any retail mix. Now, a new kind of retail....

18/08/2024

Hawthorn based Pip McIlroy is Founder & Director of boutique consultancy Checking for Understanding, which upskills healthcare professionals in the basics of good teaching and training so they can pass on their expertise effectively. Pip is an experienced educator and facilitator who has worked in health and aged care and the community sector.

By Pip McIlroy It is a common reality across many sectors that those who are most experienced and skilled at the ‘frontline’ role inevitably become the managers and trainers of those who are newer to the job. Think of the experienced social worker who becomes the coordinator, the seasoned teache...

15/08/2024

Judging by how many followers have ‘liked’ local Facebook community groups, these services have proved overwhelmingly successful. In fact, in Glenferrie Hawthorn, digital micro communities are thriving with locals connecting, sharing and informing by the hundreds every day from their keyboards.

Judging by how many followers have ‘liked’ local Facebook community groups, these services have proved overwhelmingly successful. In fact, in Glenferrie Hawthorn, digital micro communities are thriving with locals connecting, sharing and informing by the hundreds every day from their keyboards.O...

13/08/2024

Many of our readers may know that this publication is the brainchild and passion of Leon Pezzimenti. As a prominent local character, his recent passing leaves a considerable hole in the local community. And what a character Leon was.

Many of our readers may know that this publication is the brainchild and passion of Leon Pezzimenti. As a prominent local character, his recent passing leaves a considerable hole in the local community. And what a character Leon was. Leon was a local resident of Hawthorn for 60 years, making his mar...

13/08/2024

Our August/September 2024 edition is live now and will be delivered and ready for pick up at your local Glenferrie cafes, Hawthorn Arts Centre, Hawthorn Libarary, HALC and Coles later this week.