NEWS DESK
New zones aim to stop boats
Jobs on agenda Brodie Cowburn brodie@baysidenews.com.au
NO-BOATING zones are set to be expanded in areas across Port Phillip Bay. The zones will be expanded at Carrum, Chelsea, Aspendale, Hampton, and Elwood. Works in Carrum will increase the area to align with Progress Avenue, and expand the area around Patterson River. Carrum MP Sonya Kilkenny said “after a review and community feedback, no-boating zones will be expanded in the bay, and clearer signage and navigational aids will be installed to make the areas clear for anyone visiting the bay.” “Works will also continue north along the bay to increase the area zoned for swimmers and make it easier for boaters to avoid accidents,” she said. “Safer beaches is what makes Carrum a great place to live and visit. “These changes to swimming and boating zones along the bay will make it safer and easier for everyone to enjoy a day at some of our most popular beaches.” Works at Carrum to add new signage and navigational aids are scheduled to begin in May. More information at parks.vic.gov. au
FRANKSTON Council has agreed to call for a report outlining “any opportunities to be further investigated regarding changes to processes, strategic position and policy that could aid with the creation of more employment opportunities”. The move was ticked off at council’s most recent ordinary meeting. Debate about the motion divided councillors, with discussion quickly turning to the recent decision to reject a move to open up Green Wedge land in Carrum Downs. The proposal, backed by lobby group Committee for Greater Frankston, would have allowed for the expansion of the industrial estate. Former Frankston councillor Christine Richards made a submission to council on behalf of the Committee for Greater Frankston. She said that the committee had “taken Carrum Downs off the agenda”. “You have made a decision and that decision will be respected,” she said. Cr Colin Hampton, who supported the move to open up the Green Wedge, said “council has passed a resolution which will stymie jobs in Carrum Downs.” “Because of what has happened in Carrum Downs, we need to make sure we can find jobs elsewhere.” Cr Glenn Aitken said “this motion comes at the tail end of a divisive and controversial debate about the Green Wedge.” Cr Steve Toms said “I find it eery that this comes on the back of that hotly debated issue.” The report will come back to council in April.
EXPANDED no-boating zones will be implemented at Carrum, Chelsea, and Aspendale. Pictures: Gary Sissons
What’s on in regional Victoria It’s been a tough start to the year for many of us, especially in regional Victoria. So, what can we do to help? It’s simple. Go on a regional road trip to visit your favourite town. Dine at a mouth-watering restaurant, explore some breathtaking art or plan the ultimate festival weekend. Collectively, we can get regional Victoria back on its feet. Because a short stay goes a long way.
Plan your next trip at visitvictoria.com/whatson
8 March
13 -15 March
15 March
Lemonade Music Festival
River Folk Festival
Opera by the Lakes
Bringing big city festival style to Gippsland, the line-up includes Hilltop Hoods, SAFIA, Wafia, Art vs Science and more.
The three day festival features amazing local, regional, national, and international folk music performers, playing across multiple venues and stages throughout the town.
Listen to international and local opera singers in a natural amphitheatre as you indulge in a delicious boxed picnic along with a glass of wine.
Warburton, Yarra Valley
Nungurner, Gippsland
Sale, Gippsland
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