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Cr Sky @Cr_Sky@urbanists.social · Jul 30, 2026

Many Australians believe that motorists “pay their way” to enjoy a transport culture designed primarily around personal car use. A new Australian study finds that drivers carry only about half the cost, with the rest borne by the public whether they drive or not: https://thefifthestate.com.au/columns/spinifex/car-owners-pay-around-half-the-costs-that-they-incur-taxpayers-pick-up-the-rest/

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Cr Sky @Cr_Sky@urbanists.social · May 23, 2026

Such a lovely evening last night at the annual dinner celebrating volunteers' contributions to the town. They do so much to build community ❤️

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Cr Sky @Cr_Sky@urbanists.social · May 21, 2026

I had a great time joining the Lathlain Primary School Bike Bus this morning!

I spend time all over the Town, but I'm making an extra effort to get over to Banksia Ward during the budget process to ensure I have a good understanding of that area as well as my own Ward.

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Cr Sky @Cr_Sky@urbanists.social · May 19, 2026

"Australia is wasting more than $1 billion each year building off-street car parks that end up sitting unused and unwanted"

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-19/grattan-institute-calls-for-abolition-of-parking-minimums/106698234

#Parking

@parkingreform@urbanists.social

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Cr Sky @Cr_Sky@urbanists.social · May 18, 2026

#TownofVicPark

It would be lovely to see you at the 2026 Community Planting Days: https://www.victoriapark.wa.gov.au/about/strategic-direction/strategic-programs/urban-forest-strategy/2025-planting-season-events

My kids love cycling past the areas we planted and seeing 'their' urban forest grow <3

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Cr Sky @Cr_Sky@urbanists.social · May 17, 2026

Today is the International Day Against LGBTQI+ discrimination. In WA, gender-diverse and queer people still lack important legal protections that are available to others.

Take the time to write to your MP and call for equality here: https://rainbowfutureswa.good.do/saferwa/mp-letter/

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Cr Sky @Cr_Sky@urbanists.social · May 15, 2026

This morning was the second cultural burn at the Hillview bushland, and it was beautiful I have trouble fully putting my feelings into words.

Country needs care from people, and I am so grateful that Ronnie, Simon, and other Noongar people from the Mindeera group and beyond are willing to share their knowledge with us.

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Cr Sky @Cr_Sky@urbanists.social · May 11, 2026

A lovely reflection on the history and importance of public benches. It's US-centric but with useful lessons for elsewhere: https://placesjournal.org/article/the-disappearance-of-the-public-bench/?cn-reloaded=1

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Cr Sky @Cr_Sky@urbanists.social · May 09, 2026

Did you know that Mother's Day has its roots in feminist anti-war activism? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mother's_Day_Proclamation

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Cr Sky @Cr_Sky@urbanists.social · May 09, 2026

Over in Vic Park we've made significant headway towards electrifying our fleet. Especially for areas like the rangers, which drive a lot and don't need specialised vehicles, it's a win in so many ways. Much cheaper running costs, and a little less local pollution. Strange to see Belmont so behind! https://www.perthnow.com.au/wa/perth/central/city-of-belmont-called-out-for-lack-of-evs-while-backing-push-for-climate-change-support-c-22221391

#ElectrifyEverything

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Cr Sky @Cr_Sky@urbanists.social · May 08, 2026

We're away this weekend so I'm going to miss Creatures on Campus - such a pity, since it looks amazing! https://www.curtin.edu.au/events/creatures-on-campus/

#PerthEvents

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Cr Sky @Cr_Sky@urbanists.social · May 05, 2026

Replying to @redezem@aus.social

@redezem@aus.social it's always good for getting a sense of just how much local government does!

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Cr Sky @Cr_Sky@urbanists.social · May 04, 2026

Replying to @Cr_Sky@urbanists.social

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staff collaboration with the new East Victoria Park Neighbourhood Watch Group;
delivery of $32,716.65 in funding for community initiatives;
planning underway for a 2026 cultural burn at Hillview bushland;
the first stage of planting has been planned for the Kent St Sand Pit Restoration Project,
a new playground has been ordered for Parnham Park,
designs are being finalised for the Shepperton and Miller Intersection...and more!

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Cr Sky @Cr_Sky@urbanists.social · May 04, 2026

Replying to @Cr_Sky@urbanists.social

** Item 15.5 Corporate Business Plan Quarter 3 Progress Report (January - March 2026) ** As always, I love seeing these reports! Reading through attachment 15.5.1, you can see a breakdown of what Town staff have actually achieved in different areas. It's 45 pages long, so I won't try to summarise all of it, but it includes...

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Cr Sky @Cr_Sky@urbanists.social · May 04, 2026

Replying to @Cr_Sky@urbanists.social

Item 11.3 May 2026 Policy Review ** There are a number of policies up for review in this batch, including the Community Funding policy. Changes to this will further limit who can apply, and add a new category of Community Events Grants.

** Item 13.1 TVP/25/31 - Administration Building Refurbishment ** The proposed works will upgrade key customer facing and staff areas to improve accessibility, functionality, and compliance.

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Cr Sky @Cr_Sky@urbanists.social · May 04, 2026

Replying to @Cr_Sky@urbanists.social

** Item 11.2: 11.2 Response to the Elizabeth Baillie Investigation Report **

This report (with a staff response in attachment 11.2.1) notes that the unauthorised tree removals happened in the parkland, and "did not arise from a single decision or action. Rather ... reflected a combination of systemic factors that, over time, reduced the effectiveness of oversight and control."

https://www.victoriapark.wa.gov.au/council-meetings/agenda-briefing-forum/agenda-briefing-forum-05-may-2026/1191/documents/11.2.1_executive_response_to_the_elizabeth_baillie_tree_removal_investigation_report.pdf

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Cr Sky @Cr_Sky@urbanists.social · May 04, 2026

#TownofVicPark

At tomorrow night's Agenda Briefing Forum, elected members and the public will have opportunities to ask questions and make statements related to upcoming items. Decisions on these items will be made two weeks later, at the May Ordinary Council Meeting.

As always, I'll highlight a few items of interest but consider reading the full agenda to get all the details: https://www.victoriapark.wa.gov.au/council-meetings/agenda-briefing-forum/agenda-briefing-forum-05-may-2026/1191

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Cr Sky @Cr_Sky@urbanists.social · Apr 25, 2026

This ANZAC Day, I'm reflecting on the horrors of war. Many commemorations of war slip into talking about glory, bravery, and just causes.

I think that the best we can do for those who have suffered through war, as both combatants and civilians, is to face our history unflinchingly.

To be able to see the complexity of war, including the fact that it has frequently served those in power rather than deeper values of freedom and justice.

Lest we forget.

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Cr Sky @Cr_Sky@urbanists.social · Apr 23, 2026

Replying to @Bumblefish@mastodon.scot

@Bumblefish There's some video in this news story: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/australind-train-resumes-wa-government/106594204

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Cr Sky @Cr_Sky@urbanists.social · Apr 23, 2026

Join the global city nature challenge!

If you're in #boorloo / #perth you can sign up here: https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/city-nature-challenge-2026-metropolis-perth

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Cr Sky @Cr_Sky@urbanists.social · Apr 23, 2026

Replying to @freakboy3742@cloudisland.nz

@freakboy3742 I BELIEVE IN US! WE CAN DO BETTER! WE WILL DO BETTER!

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Cr Sky @Cr_Sky@urbanists.social · Apr 23, 2026

Hey, friends in #WesternAustralia!

Do you want to help name the new Australind train sets?

https://www.mysaytransport.wa.gov.au/australind-naming-and-first-train-competition

#TRAINS

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Cr Sky @Cr_Sky@urbanists.social · Apr 21, 2026

One of the problems with being on council is that I'm both much more aware of all the cool stuff happening locally, and have way less time to do it all.

On this Sunday alone, I desperately want to go to:
* The Jambo Africa Festival at Burswood: https://perthisok.com/events/jambo-africa-festival-2026/

* The Vic Park Collective's Community Movie Night!

* Westcycle's Glow Bike Night: https://westcycle.org.au/wc-event/glow-quest-bike-the-night-long-park/

* A collaborative game, Pass it On, run as part of the Vic Park Arts Month: https://www.victoriapark.wa.gov.au/events/pass-it-on/1760?c=122

#Perth

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Cr Sky @Cr_Sky@urbanists.social · Apr 16, 2026

The City of Adelaide is considering pop-up bike lanes as a way to help more people ride safely through the fuel crisis: https://www.indailysa.com.au/news/just-in/2026/04/14/pop-up-bike-lanes-mooted-for-adelaide-streets

“a pop-up cycleway gives people who otherwise may not feel confident or safe cycling an opportunity to come into the city and feel safe while doing so ...

“The important part is that they’re flexible by design, so that means the infrastructure can be tweaked and refined over time to get towards an optimised outcome."

#BikeTooter

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Cr Sky @Cr_Sky@urbanists.social · Mar 13, 2026

The Sweltering Cities report on people's experience of extreme heat is out, with a call on all levels of government to take action: https://swelteringcities.org/2026/03/12/report-released-summer-survey-2026/

Local government in particular is called to climate-proof suburbs with heat-aware urban planning and shaded transport networks, and by mainstreaming heat safety to prevent heat-related harms.

#ClimateAction #ExtremeHeat

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