How to use this site

The City of Monash website has been developed to display correctly on all commonly used browsers, including text browsers.

The majority of website users use Internet Explorer 7.x and above, and Mozilla Firefox 3.x and above.

The site functions without the use of JavaScript. Exception: "Monash Maps", "Create a Map", "Victorian Business Information" and the Monash Council 'search box', powered by Google Inc ("Google").

Browser Requirements for Monash Maps and Create a Map

Please Note:
  • Cookies must be enabled on your web browser;
  • Popups must be allowed - this is for Map Printing in Create a Map, and the Help System;
  • Active X and JavaScript must be allowed by your security settings;
  • The browser must support the display of images.
Recommended Browser Requirements
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 6+ and Mozilla Firefox 1.5.+;
  • 1280x1024 screen resolution;
  • 32bit True Colour.
Minimum Browser Requirements
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 and above;
  • 800x600 screen resolution;
  • 16bit True Colour.

Screen Display

The site has been designed to appear best on a screen configured for 1024 x 768 or 1280 x 1024 display using 32bit True Colour.
For instructions on changing your desktop settings, refer to Help within your Browser.

The pages are using style sheets, but they display correctly without style sheets, if viewed through text browsers or screen readers.

Fonts

We are using relative size fonts, meaning you can change their size in your browser (make them bigger or smaller). E.g. Internet Explorer or Firefox toolbar - View, Text size.

How to change font size.

Screen Contrast

You can change site contrast by clicking 'Contrast' on the top right hand side.

Navigation

There are two main levels of navigation. The MAIN navigation bar appears at the top and the SECOND level of navigation is on the left hand side.

If you feel lost, you can see the navigation structure, showing you where you are above the page title on every page.

You are here : Home > Help > .

Website Search

A Site Map and an A-Z Index are provided to display the site layout and contents. Search functions enable different types of searches.

The search box on this website is powered by Google.

Keyboard Navigation

All major pages are accessible through the custom keyboard shortcuts developed for this site.

The TAB key can be used to move between other navigation links.

Acces Keys

  • [ H ]    Home page
  • [ C ]    Contact us
  • [ A ]    Help and Accessibility
  • [ M ]    Site Map

How to use Acces Keys

  • Mozilla Firefox 2 and 3 on Windows and Linux: hold Alt + Shift, press access key
  • Mozilla Firefox on Mac OS X: hold Ctrl, press access key
  • Internet Explorer 7: hold Alt + Shift, press access key
  • Internet Explorer 8: hold Alt, press access key (to follow a link, then press ? Enter)
  • Opera (all platforms): press Shift + Esc, then press access key (Shift-Esc will display the list of choices)
  • Google Chrome: hold Alt, press access key
  • Google Chrome on Linux: hold Alt + Shift, press access key
  • Google Chrome on Mac OS X: hold Ctrl + Alt, press access key
  • Safari on Windows: hold Alt, press access key

Viewing and Downloading PDF Files

Some documents within the site, such as application forms, permits or Council Reports, are saved in Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF).

You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader Software installed on your computer to read or print these brochures.

The Acrobat Reader can be downloaded for free at the Adobe website.

Problems

If you are having any difficulties please email mail@monash.vic.gov.au.

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Last updated: 16 June 2011

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