Cr. Alison Champion, the mayor of Banyule Council shares her thoughts and conversations with community leaders and inspiring figures. Alison is committed to the idea that every person’s potential is achievable. Her intention is to be a positive role model and change-maker who empowers others to be the same.
Well the excitement is really building now with the grand opening of the new Rosanna Library next month. Considering the enormous success that the redevelopment of the Ivanhoe Library and Cultural Hub had on the local community in Ivanhoe, I think we can expect similar results in Rosanna and in years to come it will be seen as such an essential part of the community. In this episode we'll discuss; The journey that has been the new Rosanna Library, from concept to development. The...
25 Nov 2025
#53 : Christmas 2025
It's our last podcast of this year 🎉 and what a year it has been! For many of us it is time to take some time off, relax and spend some quality time with those we love. In this Champion Chat Christmas edition, we discuss; What Alison looks forward to at this time year What's on in Banyule, including council initiatives to help spread joy in this festive season, such as; ⭐ Music & art events ⭐ Community events, festivals and celebrations ⭐ Youth & senior events ⭐ Christmas Carols 13th...
14 Oct 2025
#52: Footpath & Road Maintenance
This month Carl and I discuss the process for maintenance of our city's roads, parks, footpaths and trails. Whilst roads and footpaths may not seem an exciting topic, it is probably the topic that is most at the top of residents thoughts along with rates and waste. Some of the areas we look at today are: - Which areas of council have responsibility for ongoing maintenance, both reactive and proactive, - Where does the funding come from (hint: it's not all out of the same bucket)? - Wha...
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