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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
WhitehorseWhitehorse
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93-year-old tennis club “deleted”: Eastern suburbs sport groups push back against plans for $17 million redevelopment of Walker Park

93-year-old tennis club “deleted”: Eastern suburbs sport groups push back against plans for $17 million redevelopment of Walker Park

Construction won’t begin on Nunawading’s new gymnastics and sports centre until July 2031.

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
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Knox Scouts set to end four-year wait for new lease after $3,000+ agreement

Knox Scouts set to end four-year wait for new lease after $3,000+ agreement

About 2,500 locals and 700 children are involved with the Knox District Scouts group.

Matthew Sims
PoliticsPolitics
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$60 billion over the next 30 years: How could new bus and tram services help connect Melbourne’s east?

$60 billion over the next 30 years: How could new bus and tram services help connect Melbourne’s east?

Stressed commuters facing long wait times are among those who could benefit from new proposals to support a more connected Melbourne.

Matthew Sims
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Plans finalised for $60 million facelift of Boronia station

Plans finalised for $60 million facelift of Boronia station

The new-look station is set to open before the end of 2026.

Matthew Sims
PropertyProperty
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How do Ringwood’s locals feel about upcoming proposed three-to-six storey developments?

How do Ringwood’s locals feel about upcoming proposed three-to-six storey developments?

Ringwood’s population is set to increase by more than a third over the next 20 years – but are buildings up to six storeys the answer?

Matthew Sims
KnoxKnox
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Childcare wage fight continues as Knox Council says no to 15% boost

Childcare wage fight continues as Knox Council says no to 15% boost

Parents were disheartened to hear council staff respond to their questions during this week’s council meeting with a flat refusal to consider the extra pay bumps – arguing it already pays workers above the award rate.

Matthew Sims
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Are these the twilight months of Covid-era outdoor dining in Knox?

Are these the twilight months of Covid-era outdoor dining in Knox?

Works to ensure outdoor dining spaces are compliant must be carried out before next March.

Matthew Sims
WhitehorseWhitehorse
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WATCH: Nunawading church sale shines spotlight on hidden heritage lists

WATCH: Nunawading church sale shines spotlight on hidden heritage lists

How did the sale of Whitehorse Uniting Church in Nunawading highlight a lack of transparency with Whitehorse Council's proposed heritage protections?

Matthew Sims
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“Another hurdle”: How will Yarra Ranges’ proposed erosion overlays impact the housing market?

“Another hurdle”: How will Yarra Ranges’ proposed erosion overlays impact the housing market?

“It cuts down the appetite to live in these high-risk areas."

Matthew Sims