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MELBOURNE: Metro 2 needed to develop Bend

Tuesday, September 9, 2025

Southern Metropolitan MLC Katherine Copsey (pictured) says public transport is the key to the future of Fishermans Bend.“Fishermans Bend needs Melbourne Metro 2. Planned to become a home to 80,000 people and a host to 80,000 jobs and a university campus, Fishermans Bend does have the potential to be a crucial part of our city,”…

YARRA RANGES: 200 can switch from septic

Almost 200 households in Lilydale can now switch from septic tanks to piped sewerage, saving maintenance hassles and benefiting the environment, thanks to works completed by Yarra Valley Water. The project is part of the water corporation’s Community Sewerage Program, which provides households in Melbourne’s outer northern and eastern suburbs with the option to connect…

NORTH-EAST: McLeish queries cutbacks

Eildon MLA Cindy McLeish (pictured) says the State Labor Government continues a program of funding cutbacks.“We have had $8 million slashed from primary prevention, with $24 million from service delivery,” Ms McLeish told Parliament.“One of the things that bothers me greatly is that the Allan Labor Government have failed organisations that do a good job.“Now…

STRATHBOGIE: Potholes query from MLC

Northern Victoria MLC Wendy Lovell (pictured) has asked about fixes for potholes in Nagambie.“ My question is for the Minister for Roads and Road Safety. When will the horrendous potholes on Vickers Rd, Nagambie, be properly repaired with a full pavement replacement?” Ms Lovell asked.“Constituents have contacted me about the terrible condition of Vickers Rd,…

MONASH: Invitation to Glen Waverley

Glen Waverley MLA John Mullahy (pictured) has asked Suburban Rail Loop Minister Harriet Shing to join jim in meeting with the traders of the Kingsway precinct, to discuss the impacts of the Suburban Rail Loop East works and the support available throughout this period.“I want to acknowledge the many businesses that continue to serve our…

KNOX: ‘Crime crisis’ in Rowville

‘ Rowville MLA Kim Wells (pictured) says there is a “crime crisis’ in the region.“When will the Minister and the State Labor Government fix the current crime crisis, particularly the brazen youth crime spree exploding right across our televisions and smartphones each day, leaving many of myRowville electorate constituents living in fear and believing that…

BAYSIDE: Highett crossing call

Sandringham MLA Brad Rowswell (Ipictured) has told State Parliament: “For quite literally years I have been working with our local community and calling for the Government to remove the level crossings at Wickham Rd and Highett Rd in the suburb of Highett in my constituency.“These level crossings are a hazard to my community and cause…

DAREBIN: Concerns about Preston squatters

Preston MLA Nathan Lambert (pictured) has again raised the issue of the former Housing Commission flats on Eric St in Preston.Mr Lambert says there are ongoing local concerns about the condition of the site and the safety of squatters, young people and others who are accessing it.“There are some shortterm steps underway, but I think…

MELTON: Sustainability Festival at Aintree

Monday, September 8, 2025

Kororoit MLA luba Grigorovith (pictured) attended the sustainability festival and tree planting day as part of National Tree Day in Aintree. “After seven years this local event has become an absolute highlight on the community calendar, with this year being the biggest – more than 5000 native plants were planted by hundreds of passionate volunteers,”…

MELTON: Busy schedule for MP

steve McGhie (pictured), Melton MLA, has told of attending “three incredible events” across the local area, “each showcasing the spirit, dedication and achievements of our community”.“The weekend kicked off with the Kerala Muslim Cultural Centre soccer tournament in Kurunjang, a vibrant celebration that brought the community together for a day of fun, activities, delicious food…