By Jackson Taylor
I hope everyone had a restful Easter break and no doubt by the time you’re reading this, we’ve likely well and truly moved into much colder weather – so make sure to rug up and keep warm.
Some big news you may have missed was the Melbourne Airport Rail project will soon be underway – which I know is music to the ears of many (many) people.
I also want to take this opportunity to thank our local RSLs for putting on moving Anzac services to remember and thank our former and current service men and women – I was proud to lay wreaths on behalf of our community and the State Government.
Construction on Bayswater South Primary kicks off
This is what an upgraded Bayswater South Primary will soon look like (pictured)!
Major construction works are about to kick off, which will see all classrooms upgraded across the school with works spanning three blocks.
Another commitment of mine being delivered – and I can’t wait to see the finished result for this wonderful school community.
Knoxfield Homes one step closer
We’re progressing plans to transform unused land in Knoxfield into a new community at the corner of Burwood Highway and Scoresby Road!
Approximately 400 homes will be delivered – close to jobs, transport, hospitals and schools.
The project will also enhance the health of local waterways with an improved, open-water wetland ideal for local wildlife.
With a diverse range of housing options to choose from, we’re getting ready for the sales office to open later this year to help locals find their new home.
In Other News
– Don’t forget to claim the remainder of your School Saving Bonus – and we’ve recently banned school logos moving forward on school items like pants, skirts and socks to save you money.
– New Knox Athletics track and precinct major upgrade complete. Proud the State Government partnered with Council to deliver.
– If you’re a trade apprentice using your car for work, you may be eligible to get 100 per cent off your registration renewal.
– Three of the five new Metro Tunnel stations have had their keys handed over to train operator Metro in preparation for the new tunnel opening before the end of the year.
– RSV immunisation will be free for all newborns if their mother wasn’t vaccinated during pregnancy and eligible infants aged up to two years who are vulnerable to severe RSV disease will be protected thanks to a dedicated catch-up program.
Works Continue at Alchester Village
This project has entered a new phase recently which sees interim traffic signals now being used at the site.
As part of the work to add the extra significant capacity to the intersection there will be restricted traffic movements, so please pay attention to on-road signage and take care when moving through the intersection.
There will also be occasional lane closures, and these will be notified to the community through on-road side signage, as well.
Please continue to get around the local businesses in this precinct, I know they appreciate the community continuing to support them during construction.
And of course, thanks for all your patience while this work has kicked on.
The new lights and intersection are still on track for completion mid this year.
Shout-out
Remember to get your annual flu vax to protect yourself and others as we head into winter – chat to your doctor for more info.
Also, a huge shout out to all the emergency services for responding to the Montrose fire recently, a big thank you from all of us!
