I hope you are all managing to stay warm as we are now well and truly in the midst of winter.
Some much warmer news though in that it’s official – the new build at the Angliss Hospital is topped out!
It was great to get down today to check on the progress with the Minister for Health Infrastructure, Melissa Horne MP and local Member for Monbulk, Daniela De Martino MP.
More beds. Allied health and outpatient capabilities. More car parking. And a bunch more – right here in our neighbourhood.
Cheers to the hard working team at Eastern Health for helping get this one done!
Alchester Finished
Major construction on the new Alchester Village intersection is complete!
The lights are operational – including the safer pedestrian crossings.
A big thanks to all locals for your patience as we got this done – and, of course, to all those that helped make this happen.
Please make sure to continue to support our legendary local traders down there.
Bayswater Library Makeover
We’re chipping in over $57,000 to help make the new Bayswater Library even better.
Everyone loves their local library – they’re so much more than books.
So I’m stoked that the State Government is contributing $57,244 to help with the new Bayswater Library redevelopment, through the Living Libraries Infrastructure Program.
Cheers to Knox Council for delivering this project.
Power Saving Bonus Back for those who need it most
Announced in the Budget recently was the $100 Power Saving Bonus – which is a one-off $100 payment to provide direct support to Victorian households with an eligible concession card.
More details on the program released soon here, compare.energy.vic.gov.au/psb-faq
You can also call 1800 000 832 for more information.
Free PT
Another big win in the State Budget was free public transport for eligible users.
Starting January 1, 2026, under 18’s with a new youth myki will be able to travel anywhere in Victoria every day for free and it will be free for all Senior Card holders on weekends anywhere in Victoria.
In Other News
Works wrapped up on Wantirna College’s new facilities and set to officially open soon.
Major works at Boronia Station set to start late 2025 and opened in 2026.
Works have started on the new Wantirna Reserve Dog Park and playground and due to finished by the end of the year.
Tripling the capacity of the Virtual Emergency Department in the recent Budget to allow more people to get the care they need from the comfort of their home.
Shout-out
I was proud to take part in the ice barrel challenge to support Fight MND.
Thanks to legend Jason Bounds, a young family man from The Basin who is fighting MND who made it possible.
Jason, you’re an inspiration mate.
Your courage in the face of ‘the beast’ is nothing short of incredible.
Thanks also to Jason’s wonderful family and to The Basin Football and Netball Club for your support of this family and a great cause.
Please consider donating if you can to help find a cure for this insidious disease.
