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Reverse freeway cuts - MP
Carols coming in Mornington
LIBERAL MP for Nepean, Sam Groth has described the federal government’s decision to cut $75 million from Mornington Peninsula transport projects as being “bitterly disappointing and a kick in the guts” for motorists using the Mornington Peninsula Freeway”. The “blow” to southern peninsula residents means the cancellation of both the Jetty Road, Rosebud overpass and sound barriers on the freeway (“Budget cuts end travel plans” The News 21/11/23). Groth said the previous federal coalition government had committed money for both projects in 2019. “Locals have long called for a solution to the chronic congestion at the end of the Mornington Peninsula Freeway, which is at its worst during the summer peak,” Groth said. “Late last year the Victorian Liberals and Nationals announced a plan to deliver a $175 million upgrade of the Mornington Peninsula Freeway between Jetty Road and Boneo Road, Rosebud if elected at the November 2022 state election. “This year I wrote to federal Infrastructure Minister, Catherine King on 30 January and again on 10 July urging her support for federal funding to fix this dangerous intersection. “Investing in this important project would mean a quicker and safer commute for families right across the Mornington Peninsula. Vital funding that this community has requested.” Groth said that after the announcement of the $75m cut he had again written to King asking her “reverse this harsh funding cut as it goes against the wishes of the community and this unjust decision shouldn’t go unopposed”. Groth said some residents had contacted him to voice their disapproval of the cut and asked, “why funding had been spent on interim measures at Jetty Road when an overpass was clearly needed and where has the funding been allocated to?”
CHRISTMAS carols both classic and modern will be sung at Peninsula Community Theatre, Mornington on Saturday week when Mornington Peninsula Chorale and Frankston Symphony Orchestra present Joy to the World afternoon concert. Led by conductors Thaddeus Huang and Tom Pugh, items will include Joy to the World, O Come All Ye Faithful, Carol of the Bells, Samuel Coleridge-Taylor’s Christmas Overture, and guest soloist, peninsula-based opera soprano Harmony Lee, singing Mary’s Boy Child. Details: Saturday 9 December, 2.30-4pm, Peninsula Community Theatre, 91 Wilsons Road, Mornington. Adults $30, concession $27. Children under 15 are free (Father Christmas will visit). Tickets at the door or book online at: trybooking.com/clcqs
THE Liberal MP for Nepean Sam Groth says that if elected in November 2022, the Liberal and National parties would have spent $175 million on Mornington Peninsula Freeway. Picture: Supplied
Scones being served
“I have also written to and strongly lobbied the state government in parliament for matching funding for a Jetty Road overpass and funding for sound barriers on the Mornington Peninsula Freeway at Safety Beach, Dromana, McCrae and Rosebud,” he said. “Both the state and federal governments have failed to deliver on funding for these crucial infrastructure projects. “It is most unfortunate that Labor has dropped the ball on these vital projects and continues to ignore families on the Mornington Peninsula.” Keith Platt
SCONES on Hastings will be held on Friday 1 December at the Hastings bowling club from 10am to 11.15am. There will be a lucky draw for Christmas prizes. All welcome. The $2 charge for scones helps pay for breakfast programs at Wallaroo and Hastings primary schools, as well as 16 awards for students for kindness and effort over the year, and also support the local play group. Money has also been given to some parents of senior school students for books.
Music in the park THE annual Music in the Park festival will be held on 9 December at Mornington Park as part of Always Live. The festival’s third consecutive year will include performances by The Veronicas, The Cat Empire, Budjerah, Kaiit and the Pierce Brothers.
Motorbike goes ‘off road’ POLICE from Rosebud responded to multiple calls on Sunday 20 November of a motorcycle being ridden dangerously in the Capel Sound area. Police were able to identify the offender and searched premises in Capel Sound early Monday morning. The 36-year-old suspect was found hiding under a bed and was arrested and charged with several driving related offences. He was bailed to appear at court at a later date and his Yamaha R1 motorcycle was impounded. Anyone with information about criminal activity is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersvic.com.au
Policing forum VICTORIA Police will hold a neighbourhood policing forum on Wednesday 6 December at the Mornington Golf Club in Tallis Drive. The forum is an opportunity to chat to Mornington Peninsula police about a variety of crime prevention and road safety, including young people, family violence, road policing and drugs and drug-related crime. Registration is essential. Those wanting to attend can register online at SD4-COMMSAFEMORNPEN-MGR@police.vic.gov.au. The forum runs from 9am to 12.30pm.
Law of the water BAD behaviour on the water was the target of an operation by Water Police on the Mornington Peninsula that saw 15 penalty notices issued on Saturday 18 November. Squad Senior Sergeant Lynden Blackley said the operation targeted water safety and compliance at several boat ramps. “As we head into warmer weather and the waterways get busier, our biggest focus is making sure boaties are prepared to return to the water by ensuring vessels are serviced and licenses are up to date,” he said.
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