Fight against ferals
Stray and feral cats are an ongoing problem in Victoria as they breed quickly, creating litters of unwanted kittens. Stray cats also hunt and kill wildlife. Residents are asked to help Whittlesea council solve the feral cat problem by not feeding strays or cats you don’t own – either take full ownership of the cat or contact the council to request a free cat-trap. It is advised cats are desexed from three months of age so they don’t breed. Register and microchip cats so they can be identified and returned if lost – the pound too often receives cats without collars or tags. And remember, adopt your next kitten or cat from recognised shelters, such as RPSCA Pets Place, Lost Dogs Home, Cat Protection Society or a pet/vet shop that’s associated with a shelter, such as Petbarn or Best Friends.
■ Whittlesea council’s 24-hour ranger contact: 9217 2170
Sorry Day
Whittlesea Reconciliation Group members and councillors will head the annual Sorry Day Walk around the civic centre today from 10am until noon. The walk will pass the new Sorry Space created by Glenn Romanis, Brodie Hill and Aboriginal community members. The guided walk acknowledges the separation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples from their families and communities, known as the Stolen Generations.
Tai Chi for all
Dianella Community Health runs weekly Tai Chi classes for people of all ages and abilities. Classes are held every Tuesday at 10.30am and 8.15pm, and on Thursdays at 10.30am, at Craigieburn Leisure Centre. Cost $4. There are classes for people with arthritis at Meadow Heights.
■ 9302 8888 or www.dianella.org.au
Tap the motivation app
From traditional swordsmanship to indoor soccer for ladies, from belly dancing to power walking, Whittlesea’s Team Up program has more than 100 sporting clubs and fitness activities listed and more than 28,000 people have already downloaded the TeamUp app. This free app can be downloaded to phones or computers to link people to physical activity clubs and classes nearby. You can even use it to find a walking buddy or running pal.
■ iTunes or www.teamup.com.au
