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The Werribee RSL Sub-branch will host a series of Anzac Day-related events for the first time since COVID restrictions were introduced. Sub-branch president Daryl Ryan said“commemorative services are held to say thanks to “the men and the women and the dogs and the horses” that didn’t come home. “People have only got to look at the names that are on the Cenotaph, of all those from Werribee that died in the first world war from this community,” Mr Ryan said. “It’s because of their sacrifice and those in the second world war, that we live in the freedom that we’ve got today.” Mr Ryan invites residents to “come along and enjoy the camaraderie”. He said the sub-branch will host a pre-Anzac Day march along Watton Street, Werribee, on Sunday, April 24, starting at the cultural centre at 2pm and finishing at the Cenotaph. “On Anzac Day itself we have a dawn service commencing sharply at 6.30am. After the dawn service we have breakfast available in the community centre alongside the RSL,” he said. A sausage sizzle has been organised for 11am, and tours will be conducted throughout the afternoon. Werribee RSL Sub-branch president Daryl Ryan, and veteran Lyle Raison.
Tower troubles residents Wyndham council’s plans to grant a permit enabling the development and use of an Optus telecommunications facility in Hoppers Crossing has drawn opposition from residents. Located at 599 Sayers Road, the proposed site is on privately owned land and was one of multiple location options presented to council. A total of 30 objections were received, relating to the appearance of the tower, potential noise impacts, effects on the local
environment, and residents’ perceived negative health effects. At a planning meeting on April 12, ccouncillors heard from residents who voiced their concerns. Jaspreet Singh said he was against the construction of the tower and he uses WiFi to solve poor reception issues. “I don’t think there is any need for a mobile tower when everybody has their internet,” Mr Singh said. “They [Optus] can use another company’s
mobile tower, they can share with them as well.” Council officers stated in a report to councillors that there were no suitable co-location opportunities and existing facilities were “simply too far away” to achieve the required improvements. Other residents raised concerns about health impacts, despite confirmation from Optus that the tower complys with strict regulations that limit the exposure of the public to electromagnetic energy.
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A spokesperson for Optus said investing in new networks was for the “benefit of our customers”. “The health and safety of the community is our priority,” the spokesperon said. “The new tower in Hoppers Crossing will increase the quality of coverage and capacity for residents and businesses across Wyndham City Council.” Councillors voted to carry the motion and a Notice of Decision to Grant a Planning Permit will be issued.