Community News

Diamond Valley Athletics Club

The Diamond Valley Athletic Club invites students - & their parents - interested in a season of Cross Country running with Athletics Victoria, to register their interest with DVAC Registrar, Lyn Davis on mob: 0409 005 406 or email: ldavis_20@bigpond.com

Competition age groups for girls and boys are Under 14, Under 16, Under 18 and Under 20. As well, the competition is available to Open age, 40+ & 50+ age categories. Training sessions are conducted on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons at Willinda Park from 5:00pm as well as on Saturday mornings.

The season of Cross Country running with AV commences on Saturday 1st May with Cross Country relays at Jells Park, Wheelers Hill. Junior athletes run a distance of 3km & senior athletes run legs of 6km.

Come along to an Information Session at Willinda Park, Greensborough from 5:00pm on Thursday 22nd April 2021. Meet with DVAC Coaches & club representatives to find out more about the season of Cross Country running with AV and training sessions.

Bring your running attire to join in a training session.

The 2021 Winter season offers a mixture of Cross Country & Road running to cater for all abilities.

For further information, contact DVAC Secretary, Max Balchin on 0409 350 280 or check the websites valleyaths.org or athsvic.org.au

Buses replacing trains - Mernda Line

I wanted to reach out to you as we have received information from the Level Crossing Removal Project team about upcoming changes to the way passengers travel on the Mernda line.

From Wednesday 5th of May to Tuesday 11th of May, buses will replace trains along the Mernda line. It is suggested that passengers allow additional time for their travel. Please see the attached flyer for additional information.

For more information about these works and level crossing projects taking place across Melbourne, please visit the Level Crossing Removal website and the Metro Trains planned works page.

Also, a reminder that our Community Education Unit offers free rail safety presentations to schools and community groups. If you would like to book a rail safety presentation for your students, please visit our Community Education Unit webpage and complete the online booking form.

Kind regards

Kelli WilliamsCommunity Education Officer, Community Education Unit | Corporate AffairsM – M 0427 830 345

Level 14, 700 Collins Street

Melbourne, VIC, Australia 3000