Merrivale Community Association Inc (MCA) is a not-for-profit membership based community organisation located in Warrnambool, Victoria, and represents the interests of Merrivale residents. MCA is run solely by volunteers and has an active committee. The Merrivale area boasts over 600 residential houses and links with the southern side of the Warrnambool industrial estate which accommodates a mix of small and large scale businesses. Celebrating 30 years as an incorporated association on 20 August 2022 the MCA acknowledges that local issues have long been a focus for residents. We advocate for the people and environment of Merrivale through community representation, projects and events that foster a connected community. Some of our recent community projects include: *. Development of Marrang Park as a community sanctuary. This park includes planting of species indigenous to the area and includes signage in English and the language of the Gunditjmara. * The highly successful Merrivale Sustainable Scarecrow Trail. For the last two years, MCA has organised and hosted this annual event. This interactive community art exhibition encourages residents to create and display scarecrows made of repurposed materials found around the home. Participation in the creation of scarecrows by residents is increasing each year (up from 29 to 36) with around 200 residents participating in the trail. * Collaborating with Warrnambool City Council on matters such as pedestrian and cyclist safety along Merrivale Drive. * Liaising with Midfield Meats regarding construction of Protein Plant and development of workers huts off Merrivale Drive. * Partnering with Merrivale Primary School to address and solve community concerns/interests such as pedestrian movement, environmentally sustainable projects.