NEWS DESK
Green light for intersection works
The bond of water
Buses are currently replacing trains between Mordialloc and Frankston. The line is expected to reopen on 22 November, with new stations at Edithvale, Chelsea, and Bonbeach set to open as well. There have been six level crossings removed on the southern end of the Frankston line in Carrum, Seaford, and Frankston in the last three years.
KINGSTON and Frankston councils have linked up to advocate for the establishment of more recycled water initiatives. In a joint press release, the two councils said that new ways of sourcing water for food producers and parklands must be found because “valuable drinking water supplies are becoming increasingly scarce.” Kingston mayor Steve Staikos said “more efficient water use and alternative water sources are needed to ensure the long-term sustainability of the local food production industry, not only in Kingston but also in the entire South East region.” “Here in Kingston, we have been working to progress two water recycling pipeline proposals – the Dingley, Sandringham and Cheltenham Recycled Water Scheme that would deliver recycled water to some of the state’s most highprofile golf courses, sporting fields and green wedge open spaces; and the Patterson River Recycled Water Scheme, a smaller but no less critical project for our community,” he said. “Water recycling represents a key opportunity for Kingston and Frankston to work together to advocate for state and federal support for critical water recycling projects that will safeguard our valuable drinking water supplies for future generations. “Both the City of Kingston and Frankston City are working on innovative water recycling projects with South East Water that would provide cost-effective and sustainable solutions to our water issues, but we need state and federal government support to make these proposals a reality.” Frankston mayor Kris Bolam said that a little more than half of the water used by Frankston Council in the last year was recycled, around 163 million litres. “Council’s target to increase the use of alternative, sustainable water sources to 60 per cent by 2026 relies on the Victorian Government investing in recycled water infrastructure,” he said.
WORK to install new traffic lights on Armstrongs Road and Railway Parade in Seaford has been completed. The new lights have been switched on. They were built as part of level crossing removal works in the area. Before the lights were installed, motorists had to stop at a stop sign before crossing onto Railway Parade from Armstrongs Road. Carrum MP Sonya Kilkenny said she was glad to see the lights turned on. “It was fantastic to see these traffic lights switched on at Seaford — a moment I know the community has been eagerly anticipating, which in addition to level crossing removals will make the area safer for drivers, cyclists and pedestrians,” she said. “The upgrade will be especially welcomed by families during the morning and afternoon peak.”
TRAFFIC moving through the new lights at Armstrongs Road and Railway Parade. Picture: Supplied
MONTEREY Reserve. Picture: Supplied
Monterey Reserve plans PLANS are being drawn up to improve Monterey Reserve. A master plan is being worked on for the Frankston North reserve. The last master plan was finalised in 2004. The reserve currently houses grassed open spaces, play equipment, a skate park, a sound shell, a free roam area for dogs, and facilities for the Pines Soccer Club. The soccer pavilion is being upgraded at the moment. The master plan will outline other ways to improve the site in the future. Frankston councillor Steven Hughes encouraged residents to give feedback. “As part of our commitment to deliver a well-planned and liveable city, we are updating the Monterey Reserve Master Plan developed in 2004,” he said “We are asking our community to share with us what they like and dislike about the Monterey Reserve and most importantly, how we can improve it to make it a better space for everyone to use in the future. The Monterey Reserve Master Plan will improve facilities on site and create better links from the soccer fields to the aquatic centre, where the play space and skate park are located.” Cr Sue Baker said that recommendations for the site “are likely to include more exciting district level play opportunities, a greater variety of recreation facilities, increased lighting around the whole reserve for increased safety and usage, improvements to the skate park and better use of the community sound shell.” A survey on the plans for the site is open until 7 November. To make a submission visit engage. frankston.vic.gov.au/monterey-reserve-master-plan
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