Brimbank News Monthly - Edition 7, 2021

A Message from Brimbank Mayor, Cr Ranka Rasic

Welcome to Brimbank News, your monthly update about what’s happening in Brimbank, and how you can get involved.

Apply for a Brimbank Community Recovery Grant

Local community groups, organisations and youth initiatives impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic can apply for a total of $600,000 in Brimbank Council Community Recovery Grants.

Start-ups and small businesses invited to apply for Brimbank Business Grants

A total of $200,000 is available to support local start-ups and small businesses to adapt to the impacts of COVID-19 and strengthen their businesses.

Reward local heroes, nominate now for We Are Brimbank Awards!

If you know of a project, organisation or community group that deserves to be recognised, don’t wait, nominate them for an award now!

Beware of SMS scams

Multiple scam text messages are being sent around by scammers.

While the message has many spelling mistakes and may be sent from anywhere in the world, clicking on the link will result in installing malware named FluBot on the mobile phone. Once installed, the malware can initiate a phone call without your permission, send text messages, and read your contact data.

Here are some tips to ensure you do not fall for scams like this:

Do NOT click on the link, and delete the SMS text message immediately
Do NOT call back the individual who sent the SMS as they are likely to be the scammer. Their device may be infected, or their number has been spoofed or misused.

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Business Grants

This Business Grants Online Information Session offers information on how to apply for grants available under the Brimbank Business Grants Program.

Bookings needed via Eventbrite.

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Creating Streets for People

Tell us how we can make our local streets more user-friendly and enjoyable for you. Your feedback will be used to develop a ‘Creating Streets for People Policy’ which will be used to guide street upgrades in Brimbank.

Have Your Say

Creating Better Parks Policy and Plan Review closes 29 August
Draft Community Services and Infrastructure Planning Major Policy 2021 – closes 20 September
Fix the Calder sign the petition
Melbourne Airport Rail in Sunshine and Albion sign the petition
Communications and Engagement ongoing

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For the latest information on restrictions visit www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au.

Check in with QR codes to keep Victoria safe

Using QR codes when you visit venues and facilities helps contact tracers contain COVID-19 outbreaks and keeps Victoria safe and open.

Got symptoms? Get tested

Find your local testing site and opening hours.

Get your COVID-19 vaccination

You’re encouraged to get vaccinated if you’re eligible. Book at a vaccination centre online or by calling 1800 675 398.

Visit a participating doctor, community health service or pharmacist.

For more info on COVID-19 vaccines, speak to your doctor or visit www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/about-covid-19-vaccines

Support is available

The Brimbank Community Connector Program can link you with support if you are in need of temporary food relief, Centrelink assistance, social connections like multicultural, social groups and activities.

Call the 24/7 Coronavirus Hotline on 1800 675 398 and press Option 4 or email where emails are monitored daily.

Councillor Trung Luu

This month we speak to Harvester Ward Councillor Trung Luu.

Cr Luu is proud of Brimbank’s rich cultural diversity and is passionate about creating a more liveable City.

You can contact Cr Luu on CrLuu@brimbank.vic.gov.au or 0437 826 450.

Want to know more about your Councillors?

It’s been almost 12 months since the current Council was elected to work with the community and the organisation in setting Council’s strategic direction.

Check out these video messages to find out more about our Brimbank Councillors and what they want to achieve for Brimbank.

Breathing life into the art and soul of Brimbank

Brimbank Council has a history of support for the arts, long forged into shape by an arts and culture focus dedicated to creating a community with a thriving cultural vibrancy.

Young voices making waves @ Brimbank Live

Have you tuned in to Brimbank Live? This radio channel produced by young people launched last year on Live FM.

Immunisations are available at various locations
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The lockdown has meant Council has had to make changes to the way it delivers services.

Find out more about impacts on Council services and what support is available locally.