GREATER SHEPPARTON: Closure of Dhurringle Prison
Euroa MLA Annabelle Cleeland (pictured) says that she cannot understand how the Allan Labor Government closed Dhurringile Prison overnight on August 31.
“This was a highly successful low-security prison that not only helped reintegrate people into the community, but also contributed more than $20 million every year into our local economy,” Ms Cleeland said
“ Thankfully, groups like @destination
goulburnvalley aren’t willing to let this site sit idle. They’re putting forward a bold plan to transform it into an event space, accommodation, a venue, and even an equine facility.
“It’s a vision that honours its historical significance while delivering jobs and opportunity back to our region.
“[The] $20 million ripped out of our economy overnight must be returned to where it belongs: right here in our region,” Ms Cleeland said.