Remember seeing this?

This prize-winning hat was seen at the 2014 Celebrate Mooroolbark festival. Mark up your diary now for 2015. We'll celebrate together on March 21. This year's theme is: My Favourite Story Book.

Looking forward to sharing the day with you!

Sculptor Jonathan Leahey installs the crested pigeon - one of five new sculptures gracing Hookey Park, where the annual Carols by candlelight and Twilight Picnic recently took place.

Not too long ago - close to Remembrance Day, we witnessed the unveiling of new plaques in the War Memorial.

And moving away from Hookey Park - following an eight year process the new Station precinct was opened - witnessed by a small crowd of local community members, Shire and State government employees, and representatives of the construction company. Particular thanks go to Lisa Whitehouse from the YRC (pictured far left) for her diligent staying power throughout the planning and consultation processes followed by the construction and delivery.

Oh go on! You can manage a free brekky!

Thursday 20 November saw World Champion Paralympian Don Elgin spend a day in Mooroolbark to participate in the fourth Annual Town Forum hosted by the Mooroolbark Umbrella Group.

Don's presentation was inspiring, funny and totally engaging, as he drew from his life experience - rising above the obstacles that being born with a disability might have presented.

In the morning in an intimate setting he worked with a group of 40 local secondary students. In the afternoon a large group of 230 primary school students emjoyed his presentation at the Mooroolbark Community Centre, and again in the evening, Don shared his story at the Forum, including assisting with the awarding of the 2014 Quiet Achiever medallions which were presented to long-time contributors to our community. Arline Myers of the Mooroolbark Theatre Group, Marion Stott of the Mooroolbark History Group, Peter Giddings from the Mooroolbark Lions Club and Haemish Gaines - Kids Hope Aus mentor at Manchester Primary School were honoured. Deputy Mayor Cr. Maria McCarthy opened the evening Forum and also assisted in presenting the awards.

A group of students from Yarra Hills SC with Don

Make sure you hear one of the most humourous, interesting and inspiring speakers you're likely to come across!

Don Elgin - world champion paralympian who tells his story of courageous triumph over adversity!

7.30 pm Mooroolbark Community Centre, Thursday 20 November. Gold coin donation. More information 0425 716 655 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

See you there!

See you there!

Partial closure of Brice Avenue car park – October 2014

From Monday 6 October until late October 2014, part of the station car park on Brice Avenue next to Mooroolbark Station will be closed while the project team undertakes works to create new disabled parking spaces and a temporary drop off zone.

During this time, the one hour parking spaces on the northern side of the car park will be used as a construction site. The nine parallel parking spaces next to Brice Avenue will remain open.

Temporary closure of footpath next to Brice Avenue car park – October 2014

From Monday 6 October until late October 2014, the footpath next to the car park on Brice Avenue will be closed while work is carried in the car park.

During this time, directional signage will be in place to guide pedestrians from the level crossing on Manchester Road along Brice Avenue toward the new station entry.

Customers using the car park on the northern side of Mooroolbark Station are advised to allow an extra five minutes to access the station entrance. For your safety, please follow the signs and allow extra time to walk to the station, bus interchange and taxi rank.

Please note there may be changes to the start and completion date of these works due to circumstances beyond our control such as inclement weather. We will notify you if there are any changes to the scheduled works.

We thank you in advance for your patience and understanding during these works.

If you would like further information, please visit ptv.vic.gov.au/mooroolbarkstation, call 1800 800 007 (6am – midnight daily) or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Temporary closure of pedestrian crossing on Brice Avenue from Monday 22 September 2014

From Monday 22 September until early October 2014, the pedestrian crossing on Brice Avenue opposite Mooroolbark Station will be closed while the project team works alongside the road edge.

During this time, directional signage will be in place to guide pedestrians to the crossing at the intersection of Brice Avenue and Manchester Road. For your safety, please follow the signs and allow extra time to walk to the station, bus interchange and taxi rank.

Please note there may be changes to the start and completion date of these works due to circumstances beyond our control such as inclement weather. We will notify you if there are any changes to the scheduled works.

We thank you in advance for your patience and understanding during these works.

If you would like further information, please visit ptv.vic.gov.au/mooroolbarkstation, call 1800 800 007 (6am – midnight daily) or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Gorgeous spring continues!