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Greens and Socialists join Labor MP in push against Montrose quarry expansion

Greens and Socialists join Labor MP in push against Montrose quarry expansion

State member Aiv Puglielli urged Planning Minister Sonya Kilkenny to “stand up” to Boral.

Matthew Sims
EnvironmentEnvironment
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How warmer and wetter weather is worsening the eastern suburbs' blackberry weed problems

How warmer and wetter weather is worsening the eastern suburbs' blackberry weed problems

Blackberries may be sweet, but the weed is still running rampant in Melbourne’s east.

Justine de Jonge
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“Massive scar on the edge of Mount Dandenong”: Montrose locals rebel against planned ridge impact

“Massive scar on the edge of Mount Dandenong”: Montrose locals rebel against planned ridge impact

If approved, the project will result in the removal of about 21.7 acres of native vegetation.

Matthew Sims
ClimateClimate
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Is human interaction re-writing the Superb Lyrebird’s song in Sherbrooke Forest?

Is human interaction re-writing the Superb Lyrebird’s song in Sherbrooke Forest?

Locals have reported the native birds mimicking swearing or non-natural sounds like chainsaws. Is human impact re-shaping how these special birds speak to each other?

Justine de Jonge
ManninghamManningham
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How 376 old, leaking septic tanks in Manningham are contaminating Melbourne waterways

How 376 old, leaking septic tanks in Manningham are contaminating Melbourne waterways

Septic discharges and rising health risks have spurred on Manningham Council to plan a crackdown on properties not connected to the broader sewage system.

Matthew Sims
KnoxKnox
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Landslides “don't stop at our boundaries”: Knox Council zooms in on erosion risk to homeowners

Landslides “don't stop at our boundaries”: Knox Council zooms in on erosion risk to homeowners

Areas in Ferntree Gully, Upper Ferntree Gully and The Basin were flagged as potential landslip or mudslide risk zones.

Matthew Sims
Yarra RangesYarra Ranges
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Montrose locals in a dust-up over quarry expansion’s air quality concerns

Montrose locals in a dust-up over quarry expansion’s air quality concerns

Silica dust pollution is a major sticking point for those opposed to the proposed expansion of the pit.

Matthew Sims
Yarra RangesYarra Ranges
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“I fully support the local community”: Monbulk MP pushes for impact assessment of proposed Montrose quarry expansion

“I fully support the local community”: Monbulk MP pushes for impact assessment of proposed Montrose quarry expansion

Daniela De Martino said the fact schools and early childhood centres would be “incredibly close” to the planned pit boundary should trigger a deeper analysis.

Matthew Sims
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Quarry pushback goes postal: Yarra Ranges Council joins call for impact assessment

Quarry pushback goes postal: Yarra Ranges Council joins call for impact assessment

As the days count by and locals opposed to the pit’s growth wait in fear of a sudden greenlight for the expansion, Yarra Ranges Council has also joined the list of bodies hoping to be involved in the process.

Matthew Sims
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Adding 30 acres and 30 years: Montrose quarry expansion proposal draws ire from 2,000+ locals

Adding 30 acres and 30 years: Montrose quarry expansion proposal draws ire from 2,000+ locals

While Boral says the quarry is a key supplier of materials for the State Government’s Big Build projects, locals are telling them to source rock from other sites.

Matthew Sims
ClimateClimate
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How will higher landslide or mudslide risk impact insurance policies across the Dandenong Ranges?

How will higher landslide or mudslide risk impact insurance policies across the Dandenong Ranges?

“The vast majority of policies would exclude subsidence or land movement.”

Matthew Sims
ClimateClimate
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“More susceptible”: How will new development restrictions decrease Kalorama’s landslide risk?

“More susceptible”: How will new development restrictions decrease Kalorama’s landslide risk?

“Whilst we're able to work out where landslides can occur, we cannot predict when.”

Matthew Sims