Allison Bitar

Councillor Alice Springs Town Council | Fmr Deputy Mayor | Liveability & Sustainability | Cultural Heritage Management | Business Owner | views my own

[Allison Bitar @allisonbitar]

Many people have told me that the pool is cost prohibitive for families in Alice Springs. At the September Council meeting, Council supported my motion to write to the NTG to fund the pool for free over summer. The NTG have agreed - free pool for the school holidays

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Cake lovers unite. Last Friday, the Mayor held the annual cake auction to raise money for the McGrath Foundation. Cakes of all shapes and sizes were snapped up for a small fortune, in an epic effort for a worthy cause.

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New to Alice Springs? Come grab a New Residents Pack from our reception filled with helpful info and exciting offers from the Town Council!
https://t.co/O4dMDPpY3K

#liveability

[Allison Bitar @allisonbitar]

The wait is over, the Adventure Park and Mini Golf at the Alice Springs Aquatic and Leisure Centre is open 🎊
1399 people came on Saturday to test out the Adventure Park and I think it got the seal of approval.

[Allison Bitar @allisonbitar]

🚔 The Police and Neighbourhood Watch held a safety expo, I've asked that Council explore partnering with them to hold it in a more visible location next time to increase attendance.

[Allison Bitar @allisonbitar]

At the Ordinary Council meeting last week:

♻️ Kerbside Recycling business case will go out to consultation in the next month

🛒 Retailers have been put on notice about abandoned trolleys.

[Allison Bitar @allisonbitar]

☀️ Due to heat risks, the Citizenship Ceremony in January will be held at the convention centre. We are welcoming our most new citizens ever!

[Allison Bitar @allisonbitar]

Did you know you can ask a question of Council at the beginning of our Council meeting? Meetings start at 9. If you can't make it, you can email the question and it will be addressed at the meeting.

#accountability #goodgovernance

[Allison Bitar @allisonbitar]

Want to know more about irrigation? "Irrigation Made Easy" with Bruce Simmons! 💦🌱
This workshop is a collaboration between ALEC, ASTC & the Alice Springs Community Garden. Free | Places limited bookings essential 👇👇
https://t.co/OodFbhN04r #sustainability

[Allison Bitar @allisonbitar]

Since being elected to Council, I've called for a progress report on our municipal plan's objectives. Today's Council meeting agenda includes an update on our progress. Check it out here: https://t.co/YyAaOn5u2C #localgovernment #governance

[Allison Bitar @allisonbitar]

Council was recognised for promoting inclusivity, earning the 2024 Cohesive Communities award at the National Awards for Local Government for the fabulous Diwali Night Market and is featured in the Spring issue of Council Magazine. https://t.co/YKv91rBu0n #alicesprings

[Allison Bitar @allisonbitar]

Infrastructure just got a whole lot cooler! The incredible artwork by Ewyenper Atwatye Artists is breathing new life into our city's landscape 💙
Love seeing public spaces transformed into stunning works of art!
#StreetArt #InfrastructureRevamp #Alicesprings

[Allison Bitar @allisonbitar]

‘voted against an amendment proposed by Yolŋu elder and independent politician Yiŋiya Guyula that 10 to 11 year olds would not be sentenced to a juvenile detention centre’ Kids & their families need intensive support, not prison.

https://t.co/9uZ8k2ZP4x

[Allison Bitar @allisonbitar]

Transparency is key! Did you know that you can watch the Council meetings online? It's one of the ways council maintains transparency and accountability in governance
#GoodGovernance #Transparency #Accountability

[Allison Bitar @allisonbitar]

Have you seen the new artwork by @houseofdarwin at the brand-new @intersportalicesprings store? Amazing.

#supportlocal #territorytough

[Allison Bitar @allisonbitar]

Should you have to get permission to prune trees on your own property? This Council thinks so. https://t.co/4ifahlyBQa

#governance

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Game, set, and serve! Alice Springs now has the Northern Territory's ONLY synthetic turf tennis courts! Opened last week, just in time for the Master Games.

#liveablility #tennisNT #alicesprings

[Allison Bitar @allisonbitar]

Stay tuned to see which park is next for a glow-up.

[Allison Bitar @allisonbitar]

We’re committed to upgrading neighbourhood parks! Each year Council budgets for two park upgrades and this year Oleander Park was the first to be finished.

[Allison Bitar @allisonbitar]

With new equipment, shade, tables and water, our neighbourhood parks help foster community and make our town more liveable 🛝

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Today the Labor Govt passed laws to increases pay and rights for workers. Super to be paid on paid parental leave & better rights for anyone experiencing sexual harassment at work. Great job @unionsaustralia & everyone who worked for this