A CONTROVERSIAL proposal to prevent Kingston residents from building gates to public parks and foreshore areas on their own properties has been scrapped.
Kingston Council passed a swathe of new local laws at their most recent public meeting. The laws have been under consideration for months, and received 800 submissions during the consultation phase.
The passed motion deleted a proposal to restrict the construction of new gates to access public parks and foreshore areas, and removed the existing restriction on access points to the foreshore. New proposed rules on storing boats, trailers and caravans on public roads were also adjusted, with a permit now required after 14 days rather than 7 days.
Kingston mayor Georgina Oxley said “the feedback we received was invaluable, and the final Community Local Law reflects the priorities, values and practical needs of the people who live and work here and visit our city.” “We are really grateful to everyone who took the time to share their views. This process shows the strength of local democracy – people engaged, raised concerns, and helped us find a way forward together,” she said.
“This is about setting up Kingston for the future. “We want our city to remain safe, welcoming and liveable, and the new local law helps us achieve that. And just as importantly, we’ll continue listening and adapting as our community’s needs evolve.”
First published in the Chelsea Mordialloc Mentone News – 3 September 2025