Surf Coast Times
Tuesday 8 June 2010
VOL 8. No 23
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CREEK SAVIOUR Armstrong Creek set to provide jobs and investment boom for the region
BY NATHAN HALE ARMSTRONG Creek has the ability to provide the answer to the region’s chronic shortage of housing affordability, according to State Member for South Barwon, Michael Crutchfield. Speaking following last week’s gala unveiling of the final approval for the new suburb’s first residential precinct, Crutchfield said Armstrong Creek will provide affordable living in a desirable location. “Today is a great day for the future growth and prosperity of this region,” he said. “Armstrong Creek will become a highly soughtafter location for living, working and recreation. “The development of Armstrong Creek will also address housing choice and affordability issues in the region and provide community facilities and
public transport services.” The Armstrong Creek growth area – which will start just north of the Mount Duneed roundabout – is the largest continuous growth area in Victoria, consisting of 2,500 hectares of developable land and will be home to up to 60,000 people within the decade. In unveiling the plans last week, Premier John Brumby said Armstrong Creek would provide an injection of jobs and investment never seen before in the region. More than $3billion in investment and 13,000 jobs will be created through the construction of a major new business precinct and more than 20,000 new homes and community facilities. “The Geelong, Surf Coast and Bellarine Peninsula region is growing and thriving and our government is making the right investments in transport, in
schools and in health services to secure the lifestyles of Victorians living and working in this great part of our state,” Brumby said. “Investments such as moving the TAC to Geelong, the Geelong Ring Road which received a further $76.9 million in this year’s State Budget, the Geelong Performing Arts Centre, our support for Ford’s Geelong plant and our plans for a second Geelong hospital will drive growth and prosperity in this region. “Armstrong Creek will become part of the economic and social fabric of the Geelong and Surf Coast region with its own distinct character. It will provide jobs opportunities, boost housing and involve a diverse mix of housing, retail, business and industrial space as well as new natural and cultural features. “This significant milestone comes ahead of our
Regional Blueprint which I will release in coming weeks. This blueprint will set out our government’s vision for managing growth in our regions and securing the lifestyles regional Victorians love and want to protect.” Planning Minister, Justin Madden, said he had approved amendments to the City of Greater Geelong Planning Scheme to put in place Precinct Structure Plans which will enable sub-division to commence quickly. “The first release of land is expected to take place later this year when the first of 500 lots will go on the market,” Madden said. “These masterplans include an extensive network of on and off-road walking and bicycle paths, primary and secondary schools, supermarket, a separate local activity centre and retail and community facilities.” Victorian Premier John Brumby and State Planning Minister, Justin Madden, joined Member for South Barwon, Michael Crutchfield, to announce the final approval for Armstrong Creek’s first residential precinct, Warralily, last week. Photo: ALISON MARTIN
Photo: ALISON MARTIN
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Geelong Clinic Provides Treatment for Snoring Most Australian joke about it but the fact is that snoring can have many detrimental side effects. Socially it can be a severe embarrassment and a major irritation to the snorer’s partner. In fact recent studies by the Mayo clinic in the USA found the partner of a severe snorer can lose two hours sleep every night. As a result, separate room sleeping arrangements become a way of life for many snorers and their partners. “This doesn’t surprise me” said Dr Klein of My Sleep Clinic, “given that many studies show that snoring can often exceed 80 decibels which is equivalent to the sound of a passing train.”
Snoring can be a symptom of sleep apnoea and also lead to tiredness and other health related problems including, poor memory and concentration, reduced energy levels diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, depression and lack of libido. “Snoring is more than just a nuisance,” said Dr Klein, “ because of the serious impacts on health, wellbeing and relationships, it should be treated rather than tolerated.” Sleep experts are very concerned about the growing number of ineffective and unproven treatments that are available.
They are seeing many patients who have tried sprays, strips, nasal inserts and breathing techniques which have had no benefits what so ever in treating their snoring or tiredness. A majority of people affected by snoring are unaware that there are proven solutions available and they don’t have to put up with the problem anymore.
The team at My Sleep Clinic includes a sleep physician, dentists specialising in dental appliances, a sleep scientist and a sleep psychologist. To make an enquiry or to book an appointment call My Sleep Clinic on 5273 4644
“To date, our treatment has provided immediate relief in over 93% of the patients treated. Patients report better sleep and improved energy levels almost immediately – for themselves and their partner” said Dr Klein.
Phone 5273 4644 www.mysleepclinic.com.au