tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86848768729602753692011-04-22T06:15:14.701+10:00Standing up for our community- Lauren FernandoLauren Fernandohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09540569383658559561noreply@blogger.comBlogger221100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8684876872960275369.post-50636353153458826412008-12-19T14:32:00.002+11:002008-12-19T16:17:01.971+11:00

Data taken as per distribution report from the VEC.The final numbers are deemed as correct by the VEC and have other transfer values added which can be confusing.The total ballot papers for Lightwood: 18566Formal ballot papers total: 17164Informal ballot papers total:1402Quota: 4292On First preference votesCHEA, Youhorn 6588 - First elected- achieved quota.________________________________________

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Although I ran a fairly good campaign, I was not successful this time around. Here are the first preference results from the VEC.First preference votesCHEA, Youhorn 6588DAVIS, James 1180EVANS, Simon 655TRUONG, Loi 3594HERRING, Yvonne 2750FERNANDO, Lauren 1938WILLIAMS, Franklyn 290CISNEROS, Cesar 169I will post the final results as they come

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Well it has been a hectic last couple of days with Pre Poll ( I've been out at Springvale Council Offices) and we've had close to 2000 early votes for Lightwood.For those of you yet to vote, I hope you get a chance to read this. I've been positive about the campaign so far, and remain to be, yet I want to expose the "dirty tricks" that the alleged "independents" have been playing.I feel it only

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Couple more days to go and the Election office at Dandenong is getting busier. Here are some answers to some FAQ's.On votingI've recently moved house, I haven't changed my address but I still want to vote. What can I do?The Roll closed on the 3rd of October. If you're still on the roll, you can vote from your old address. There will be no absentee voting available. If you need a postal vote, it

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Our thoughts and actions cause an effect. It is the nature of our those thoughts and actions that make the difference.I have chosen to do my campaign with positivity. I trust the residents of Lightwood figure out what kind of community they want and which candidate best represents them.I have chosen to envisage a community that has the capacity to grow, change and adapt to the current climate.

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Almost one week to go! Thank you to the amazing network of people who have helped out with getting my material into all the letterboxes. Major thanks to "Superman". You know who you are!Generally all has been good so far, except for two things that happened this week. ( But not all bad, because we found the funny side of it.)1. This week one of my corflutes was removed from Springvale Station.

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Thanks to all the people who have volunteered to do letterbox drops of my flyers. There is much to cover and lots of walking to do within the next week!It has been an interesting journey so far, discovering and learning more each day.I sincerely hope residents log onto here and check out my blogs. If you're reading this, please say hi!Cheers,Lauren FernandoALP Candidate for Lightwood WardCity of

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If you are unable to attend on the 29th of November, you can cast an early vote:at the VEC’s election office, Unit 6, 119-123 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong (the old Supa Lighting store) from: * 9am - 5pm, Wednesday 29 October to Wednesday 26 November * 9am - 8pm, Thursday 27 November * 9am - 6pm, Friday 28 NovemberSo far 110 residents have voted already, mostly those from Red Gum and

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View my How to Vote card here:

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My How to Vote card has been officially registered and a sample is contained in the flyer. Most of the other candidates have registered their how to votes across the municipality and its sad to see some current councillors who have stacked wards with "dummy" candidates. That is people that stand for election on a basic or no platform and hand over their 2nd preference to the "real"

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(This blog title to borrow from the Neighbours theme song. ;))This evening, I hit the streets with my dedicated family to letterbox drop my campaign pamphlets in the Springvale South/ Noble Park area. We managed to cover just under 2 CCD's. 48 to go. There is a certain sense of pride in doing things yourself and meeting the people. And I don't mean that to be pompous or over the top, just honest

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This blog title is from one of my favourite John Farnham songs. Yes, anyone who has ever known me knows that if ever I had any regrets, it would be that I never saw the Last Time tour. But who knows, he was former Dandenong resident, would love to see him perform here again!But this blog isn't about John Farnham, it's about being a independent voice that's loud and clear. Therefore I'm gonna post

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Hi there,Over the next two weeks, you should receive a copy of my flyer. In the meanwhile, here is my policy platform.Community* Improving our libraries and community educational services Springvale Library is in need of an upgrade- not just external face lift, but needs new facilities and equipment. Community education in total needs to improve. By this I mean workshops and forums and a positive

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Hi there,This weekend is the Dandenong Show! I've been involved over the past 3 years with the Exhibition Pavillion as a steward for the Cake Decorating section, which includes open, novice and students. The stewards have been busy over the last couple of days setting up the Exhibition pavillion and its looking awesome as always.A nice suprise this year was a former Greater Dandenong resident who

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Hi everyone,I've been hitting the campaign trail and come across some concerns which I'll outline here.I came across the term Dutch Uncle while reading "The Last Lecture" by Randy Pausch (If you haven't read it, I strongly encourage it- Thank you Kristian for my copy!)It means someone who gives you honest feedback and it seemed like a good title for this particular post.Since word of my

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We've got 9 polling booths in Lightwood.All have got wheelchair access. Springvale Town Hall397-405 Springvale RoadSpringvaleHeatherhill Primary School959 Heatherton Road SpringvaleSpringvale Heights Primary School32-52 Wareham StreetSpringvaleMinaret Preschool73A Whitworth AvenueSpringvaleSpringvale South Primary School 159-167 Athol RoadSpringvale SouthCoomoora Secondary College15-39 Coomoora

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Hi there!Well we're all set and raring to go! Lightwood ward has a total of 8 candidates and a total of 40 candidates running all up.The ballot order was drawn yesterday afternoon and I came in 6th spot. So don't forget to number 1 in the box right there for me. :)These are the names of all the candidates that are running in Lightwood ward. Mr CHEA, Youhorn Mr DAVIS, James Mr EVANS, Simon

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Well, it's officially on!Today I popped in to the VEC's office in Dandenong and handed in my nomination.So far we've got 22 candidates running in the City of Greater Dandenong. Tomorrow afternoon we will have the final numbers and names.Will keep you posted!Cheers,LaurenLauren FernandoALP Candidate for Lightwood WardCity of Greater Dandenong

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For those of you who don't know me, and see me as a relatively newcomer on the local scene, want to know what exactly my 'political' or 'community' background is, I've included a short list of items. I feel that it is only right that people know exactly who I am and the influences that have shaped me as a person.Education wise; I attended Lightwood Road Kindergarten, St. Joseph's Primary School,

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The results of yesterday's ALP Candidate preselection are as follows in order of election:Lightwood WardYouhorn CheaLoi Van TroungLauren FernandoCesar Cisneros HuezoSilverleaf WardNaim MelhamThank you to everyone that supported me and who were able to vote. We managed to get a respectable voter turnout despite everything.Thank you to the Returning Officers for their professionalism.And a very

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ALP Local Members Plebiscite*ALP MEMBERS IN THE LIGHTWOOD WARD.ALP Local Members PlebisciteSunday 12th OctoberFrom 10am-6pmatCarwatha College P-1243-81 Browns RdNoble Park North 3174The ballot will be in the gym.ALP members in the Lightwood Ward, I require your vote to become one of 4 supported ALP candidates in Lightwood Ward.

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Email: lauren4lightwood@gmail.comMobile: 0400569976Website: laurenfernando.blogspot.comIt is important that everyone in Lightwood Ward gets their say on local issues.I would like to hear from you all.Lauren FernandoCandidate for Lightwood WardCity of Greater Dandenong

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