Congratulations to the following 16 local organisations that received Stronger Communities Grants in 2023. I can’t wait to see the projects you complete that will benefit our community. Badger Creek Scout Hall 1st Belgrave Scouts Caring Made Easy Inc, East Warburton Healesville Inter-Church Community Care Hoddles Creek Rural Fire Brigade Kallista Market Lilydale Community House…
Published in Star Mail News (05.12.2023)
The funding secured by the former Federal Liberal Government to widen Canterbury Road from two lanes to three between Dorset Road and Liverpool Road has been saved from Labor’s cuts, as well as the upgrade to Montrose roundabout. These projects were on the chopping block under the Albanese Labor Government’s “90-day” infrastructure review, however, I…
Published in Star Mail News (19.09.2023)
It isn’t fair that young girls have to choose between getting changed in the sporting club car park or the boys’ change rooms. That’s why a Coalition Government will commit $250 million in funding to update and improve community sporting infrastructure right across the nation. This package is aimed at improving sporting infrastructure right across…
Published in Star Mail News (04.07.2023)
Local charities have seen a surge in the number of families and individuals reaching out for support over recent months as the cost of living crisis continues to bite. Member for Casey, Aaron Violi MP has been raising the rising cost of living as a major issue in Federal Parliament. This week, Mr Violi invited…
In 2016, the former federal Liberal government committed $20 million to upgrade Montrose roundabout with traffic lights to improve traffic congestion and increase road safety. This project was due to begin in 2023, until the Albanese Labor Government implemented its ’90-day’ review of all planned infrastructure projects. Thanks to our strong community campaign, I can…
As a local community representative, I have worked with an organisation called Democracy Co to engage with the residents of Casey to understand their views and their questions about the Voice to Parliament. On Sunday 28 May, 58 people were randomly and independently selected across the electorate of Casey to match the demographics of our…
Congratulations to the following local residents who had their incredible service to our community recognised with an OAM in the 2023 King’s Birthday Honours. Thank you for your selfless dedication to making our community the best place to call home. Dr Diana Cousens – Upwey VIC – For service to the Buddhist community Ms Gaye…