Vale Neale Daniher AO.
As a Melbourne supporter, Neale gave me so much joy through the late 1990s and early 2000s. He brought belief, passion and pride back to the Demons, and took us on a wonderful ride.
But what he achieved beyond football was even greater.
When Neale was diagnosed with motor neurone disease, he was told he may have around three years to live. He lived for 13 years, a decade longer than expected. That alone is a testament to the strength, courage and determination of the man.
Through FightMND, he turned his own devastating diagnosis into hope for others, raising awareness and vital funds to help fight this cruel disease.
A great Demon. An extraordinary Australian. An inspiration to us all.
My condolences to his family, friends and the entire FightMND community.
Rest in peace, Neale.
⭐️🙏💙
Rest in peace a legend and such an inspirational personxx
🚀 Innovation in Monash, with a junior Mayor in tow!
Had a great night at the Monash Precinct Network Innovation Networking Night, bringing together founders, business owners, investors and industry partners from across the Monash Precinct.
Zoe came along and very quickly decided that she should be the one wearing my Mayor badge for the night. She also loved meeting the Melbourne RoboCats, an all-girls community robotics team based here in Monash, and is now very keen to get involved. 🤖
It was terrific to hear from Ed Wilson, Managing Director of Wilson Transformer Company. Founded by his grandfather Jack in 1933, the company bought its Glen Waverley site in 1948. Ed spoke about why Monash became home for the business, why the family has stayed, and why they continue to invest here.
Monash is a serious economic engine:
• 25,641 businesses
• 133,490 local jobs
• $20.17 billion in Gross Regional Product
• The largest concentration of jobs in Victoria outside the Melbourne CBD
Great to see so many Monash businesses in the room, together with our own Economic Development team, building the relationships and collaborations that help our local economy grow.
Our draft Economic Development Strategy 2026–2030 is now open for feedback until 10 June. Whether you own a business, work in the City of Monash or simply care about our economic future, have your say through Shape Monash (link in comments)
Have your say on our draft Ecodev strategy: shape.monash.vic.gov.au
🏡 Meet the Mayor #6!
This one was in Wilson Street, Oakleigh, as I continue working my way through Hughesdale, Oakleigh and Huntingdale.
Thanks to everyone who stopped for a chat and raised local issues, mainly road and traffic related this time around.
A few more sessions to go. Check my Facebook events or your letterbox for details of upcoming locations. 😊
Today is Breast Cancer / Pink Lady day at the Oakleigh District Football Netball Club on Princes Highway.
Pop down and support your local footy club and support the fight against Breast Cancer.
🏉 Great to spend the afternoon at the Mazenod Founders Day lunch with Lachlan.
Founders Day is always a special one for the Mazenod community, celebrating the connection between the College, the Old Collegians and the Panthers. Fantastic atmosphere around Central Reserve, plenty of familiar faces, and great to toss the coin before the senior game.
Thanks to everyone for the warm welcome and hospitality. A terrific afternoon. 👏
🎶 Looking for something to brighten up winter and get away from the freezing cold?
Monash's Winter Series is back, with live music and performances across our city from June to August.
From string quartets reimagining pop classics, to Celtic music and dance, French favourites and West African rhythms, there's something for everyone. Many events are free or low cost.
It's a great way to support local venues, enjoy a night out, and experience the incredible range of arts and culture on offer here in Monash.
Check out the program and grab your tickets via the QR code below. 🎟️
Today I was elected Vice President of the Australian Local Government Association.
When I was first elected to Monash Council in 2016, I never imagined the journey would lead here. Serving our local community has been a privilege, and that experience has reinforced just how important local government is in shaping the places where people live, work and raise their families.
Councils across Australia are facing growing challenges. Rising costs, ageing infrastructure and increasing community expectations are placing significant pressure on local government finances. One of my key priorities will be advocating for the long-term financial sustainability of local government, so we can continue delivering the services, facilities and infrastructure our communities rely on.
I look forward to working closely with ALGA President Mayor Matt Burnett, the Board and colleagues from across the country to advocate for stronger local communities and a stronger local government sector.
Thank you to my fellow Board members for their support and confidence. I’m also grateful to Jennifer Anderson for her encouragement, support and leadership.
I’m proud to represent the City of Monash, Victoria and the Municipal Association of Victoria (Vic Councils) on the national stage, and I look forward to securing better outcomes for local communities across Australia.
Congratulations Stuart!
Well done Stuart
Congratulations Stuart, well done
Congratulations mate well done. Well deserved.
Councils truly do not give a damn about ratepayers. Frankston council anyway. If they did they would everything in their power to reduce rates and wastage of costs.
Wow! Congratulations Stuart! You with ALGA and Josh with VLGA ... go Monash! ✅️🙏🙏🙏
Congratulations! Well deserved and great that you have support from the Board members. Thanks for representing Monash and wishing you job satisfaction and success in your new role
Congratulations Stuart.🥳
Well done and congratulations Stuart.
Congratulations!!! 👏👏👏 You’ll be great in that role. Hope you get to be pres one day 🙏
Great achievement Stu!!congrats and keep enjoying your journey!!💯🥰
Congratulations Stuart!
Congratulations. How Councils will get the funding to cope with climate change should be a live issue.
Congratulations Stuart, well deserved you have worked very hard. Great achievement.
🤝 National Volunteer Week.
Great to visit South East Volunteers with Deputy Mayor Cr Elisha Lee and help recognise the incredible contribution volunteers make across our community.
From supporting older residents, to helping people get to appointments, reducing social isolation and strengthening community connections, volunteers quietly make a huge difference every single day.
The numbers are incredible, but it’s the human impact behind them that really matters.
Thank you to every volunteer across Monash for the time, care and compassion you give to others. Our community is stronger because of you. ❤️
Volunteering matters. Sadly 😥 in Clayton areas we had a solid team for over 28 years. Due to some reasons 😌 it's All dissolved. Covid times & onwards. Council has gone quite in Clayton community centre 💲🤑💲🙏🌎
📈 Monash is the largest employment hub in Victoria outside Melbourne’s CBD, supporting more than 133,000 local jobs and generating over $36 billion in economic output every year.
Our draft Economic Development Strategy 2026–2030 sets out how we continue building a stronger local economy, supporting businesses, attracting investment, growing jobs, and creating vibrant local centres and innovation precincts.
From advanced manufacturing and medical research, to local traders, cafes and multicultural shopping strips, Monash plays a critical role in Victoria’s economy, and we want to make sure we continue creating opportunities for residents, workers and businesses alike.
Have a read and let us know what you think👇
Read the draft and provide your feedback here: shape.monash.vic.gov.au/eco-dev-strategy
Please keep the high-rise mini city out of Oakleigh central it will destroy our beautiful village!
💰 Want to pay more for a fourth bin during a cost of living crisis?
Have your say by 5pm Monday (25 May).
Monash is one of more than 30 Victorian councils calling on the Victorian Government to reconsider the rollout of a fourth glass recycling bin, and instead expand the already successful Victorian Container Deposit Scheme.
We estimate the cost of introducing an additional residential glass bin service would be $20–$24 million over ten years.
That’s why we’re working with other councils and encouraging residents to complete a short, anonymous survey on whether you want a glass bin.
Your feedback will help us advocate to the Victorian Government about what works best for households here in Monash and across Victoria.
Survey link in the comments 👇
🔁 You can help us by tagging someone who lives in Monash in the comments.
Do you want a glass bin? Have your say at forms.office.com/r/em2QJVtrnG
More background information: Closing soon: www.monash.vic.gov.au/About-Us/News/2026/Closing-soon-have-your-say-on-glass-bin-recycling
I would rather have the red bin every week. Glass is mostly recycled at the container deposit scheme anyway now.
NO to a glass bin. I would very rarely use it
No .. let me guess .. the recycler that’s pushing this is the same group that brought us the amazing $40million worth of machete bins ?
No to a glass bin, never need one
Seriously more rates increases if this goes ahead
Completed. I rarely have glass to throw out a whole new bin is a waste.
When you take the cans to be recycled, also take glass bottles.
Hell no
NO no more bins, no more costs thanks
If you live in a unit it's already difficult to store three bins. Absolutely nowhere to put a 4th one.
NEVER 🤬🤬
Experience shows that council and government really don't give a stuff. Or enough don't. Glass bins have already been forced on people in Frankston. Monash must be special.
Councils need to run councils, NOT the State government
If you really care about the voice of residents, how about stop your agenda, listen to us and bring back weekly red bin collection? After so many years since the change, your decision is still unnecessary and unpopular.
Should Victoria’s Container Deposit Scheme be expanded to include glass wine and spirit bottles? HOW ABOUT NO
Only in Victoria 😆🤷🏻♀️🤦 only have one recycle bin and one general waste bin each in Qld. And we make do why can't other states.
NO
No to these bins, we would not even have glass once every two months, haven't got room in the garage for another bin and waste of money. Why not have glass recycle at supermarket, recycle centre or in yellow bin. Swiss people drop them off at certain areas you just need to know where to drop it and keep in car when passing or go to drop off.
Most councils are saying it'll cost between $13 and $50 a year. It's insane you are fighting it.
Looks like someone is on the take introducing these nonsense when something else can be done far more cheaply . This is such a waste if money that’s how this country is near bankrupt
Replace all plastic with glass glass is recylable plasitics just poison every thing
Will not be accepting it, total waste of time
What’s the point? Council doesn’t listen to what the residents want anyway. Very few people wanted fortnightly red bin collection but it was done anyway
