MUMS Supporting Families in Need (MSFIN) is calling on the community to help provide pantry staples to families experiencing hardship this Christmas. MSFIN, a volunteer-powered charity based in Seaford, is inviting households, schools, workplaces and community groups to take part in its annual Reverse Advent Calendar. Throughout November, instead of opening an advent calendar and receiving something each day, households add one grocery item from a supplied list of 30 to make up a full tub. The completed hampers are then distributed through MSFIN’s network of welfare agencies to families who need them. Vice President Claire Donohue said the charity…
Author: Raia Flinos
THOUSANDS of properties will be removed from the interim Erosion Management Overlay (EMO7) after the state government approved a planning scheme amendment. The approval of Planning Scheme Amendment C314morn means the number of properties covered by the overlay will be reduced from around 33,000 to 6,000. The amendment ensures planning controls are targeted to areas of landslide susceptibility and will make planning requirements simpler for landowners undertaking minor buildings and works. Mayor Cr Stephen Batty said the changes delivered a fairer and more targeted approach while continuing to manage landslide risk responsibly. “Council understands the frustration experienced by many property…
A WALK to raise funds and awareness for those impacted by childhood-onset heart disease (CoHD) will take place at Ballam Park Primary School on 24 October. Two Feet & A Heartbeat will bring together the community to celebrate milestones, remember those whose lives have been lost, raise awareness, and vital funds. All funds will go towards HeartKids, a national organisation that provides information, support, connection, and advocacy to those impacted by CoHD. Among those participating will be Jade Moore and her three-year-old son Jackson. Jackson was diagnosed during pregnancy with double inlet left ventricle, hypoplastic aortic arch, and congenitally corrected…
AN application to expand an existing quarry in Langwarrin has been refused by the Minister for Planning. On 7 October, Minister for Planning Sonya Kilkenny refused a Development Facilitation Program planning application for a quarry expansion onto a site on Valley Rd, Langwarrin. Local community groups and residents have been advocating against the expansion, which was proposed on green wedge land, for years. The proposed quarry would have impacted a recognised wildlife corridor that links The Pines Flora and Fauna Reserve with Cranbourne Botanical Gardens. Elizabeth Cester, who lives in the area, said they first received notice about the proposed…
COMPLETION of works on Peninsula Link has been pushed out again. The Minister for Roads and Road Safety, Paul Hamer, confirmed the latest anticipated completion date for the final stage of roadworks on Peninsula Link is March 2027. Nepean MP Anthony Marsh asked for the scheduled completion date of the works in parliament on 13 August. In response, Hamer said the scheduling of the work will depend on a number of factors, including weather, resources, and other road works. “At this stage, the latest anticipated date of completion is March 2027,” said Hamer. “Closures will be scheduled in a way…